20+ Tourist Spots in Capiz [And How To Get There]

This is our list of the best tourist spots in Capiz, a province in the Visayas known as the seafood capital of the Philippines.

Historical and natural, these are the types of destinations you will see in Capiz. Capiz is the province that has combined well the beauty of historical and old things with the sight of vibrant and natural things. The province is known for its historical sites, but it also has some natural site that shows a different side. With the many tourist spots in Capiz, we have narrowed down the list of the best ones.

7 Best Tourist Spots in Capiz, Philippinbes

Sta. Monica Church (Pan-ay Church)

One of the most beautiful historical landmarks you will see, Sta. Monica Church was built in the year 1774, although it was extremely damaged back in 1875 because of a typhoon. However, given it historical significance, it was restored back to its glory. Its age can clearly be seen but that is what gives it character.

Panublion Museum

Built from a water tank, Panublion Museum serves as a place that showcases different memorabilia and pieces that help its visitors understand the past and find a way to link it to the future. Each year, the number of its guests continue to increase because the local government has really promoted is one of the best tourist spots in Capiz.

Palina Greenbelt Eco-Park

This eco-park is the perfect example of what can happen when people work together to save something. Palina Greenbelt Ecopark lets guests appreciate the importance of mangroves and learn about the fishing ways of the province, given that Capiz is the seafood capital of the country. The food they serve here is really something, one you’ll never forget.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Shrine

Known to be the tallest statue of Jesus Christ in the country, built in the year 2015 the Sacred Heart of Jesus Shrine has been one of the most adored and visited tourist spots in Capiz. Standing at a height of 102 feet, the statue truly stands out and can be seen from afar. But it isn’t only the statue that looks grand, even its surroundings.

Marugo Lake

Get yourself some of that needed relaxation time as you stay inside one of the balsas and swim around the lake. It is very peaceful here, there are some resorts around the lake, but the serenity of the whole lake is still in tack. The developments around it did not stamper on the peacefulness of the area.

Patio Beach

Enjoy the cream colored and fine sand of Patio Beach. The beach is one of the cleanest beaches you will ever see. The locals truly take good care of it and make it a point to keep it maintained and cleaned. You can take lots of great photos here, swim around with your family, and maybe rent a cottage so you can have a light snack.

Cabugao Verdant Farm in Ivisan

An up close and personal look into the farm life of Capiz, Cabugao Verdant Farm has established itself to support the agritourism industry by having a bed and breakfast at a farm. Guests will be able to enjoy delicious food straight from the farm.

13 Notable Capiz Tourist Spots

Olotayan Island
Roxas City, Capiz

Suhot Cave and Spring
Old Iloilo – Capiz Rd, Dumalag, Capiz

Ancestral House of President Manuel Roxas
Roxas City, Capiz

Balisong Cave
Pilar, Capiz

Saint Martin of Tours Church
Old Iloilo-Capiz Road, Poblacion, Dumalag, Capiz

Capiz Ecopark and Cultural Village
Nagba, Cuartero, Capiz 

Mabaay Island
Ivisan, Capiz

Roxas City Plaza
Roxas City, Capiz

Museo de Santa Monica
Panay, Capiz

Immaculate Concepcion Metropolitan Cathedral
Roxas City, Capiz

Kapis Atbp
3 Tambis Street, Roxas City, Capiz

Banica Dried Fish Center
Roxas City, Capiz

Malinamon Falls
Inside Camp Peralta in Jamindan, Capiz

Provincial Capitol of Capiz
Roxas City

Must-Try Food in Capiz

• Different types of fresh seafood at Palina Greenbelt Ecopark or at Baybay Seafood Grills
• Baked Scallops at Cafe Pueblo in Roxas City
• Paella at Spanggo Cafe and Pasalubong Center in Roxas City
• Kagaycay soup or clam soup at Coco Veranda in Roxas City
• Oysters in the town of Ivisan is my personal favorite

Festivals in Capiz

• Ilig Festival in Dumalag, Capiz
• Guyum-Guyuman Festival
• Pagdayaw Festival in Dumarao, Capiz
• Hil-o-Hanay Festival in Sigma, Capiz
• Tilibyugan sa Talahong Festival in Sapian, Capiz
• Inilusan Festival in Mambusao, Capiz

Where to Stay in Capiz

Depending on where you plan to go in Capiz, the province has many hotels and hostels to accommodate every guest. The majority of the accommodations are located in Roxas City. Check out these hotels and hostels in Capiz or you may also consider staying at these Airbnb units in Capiz.

How to get to Capiz

The most convenient way to go to Capiz is by flying from Manila to Roxas City, the capital city of the province. Alternatively, you can fly to Iloilo and Kalibo then take a van or bus to Capiz. There’s also a RORO from Batangas to Culasi.

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