Tayo na sa Antipolo!
This city is one of favorite destinations outside Metro Manila because of two things: easy to travel to and cool weather. In fact it is just a few minutes away from Pasig and Marikina. In this guide, we feature 10 best things to do around Antipolo City in Rizal.
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ABOUT ANTIPOLO CITY
Antipolo is a city east of Manila in the Philippines, a 1st class city and the capital city of the province of Rizal, Philippines. |
| Map of Antipolo City |
Here are the 10 places to visit and best things you shouldn't miss in Antipolo:
1. Visit Antipolo Cathedral
First off, Antipolo City is known for being a Catholic city and thousands of people march here during the Holy Week and called it "alay lakad". It is also ideal to visit the church first because it's very accessible when you commute.
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| Antipolo Cathedral |
Address: Dela Paz St, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Mass Schedule:
- Sunday A.M. Session
- 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00
- Sunday P.M. Session
- 3:00, 4:00 (Children’s Mass), 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 (English Mass)
2. Appreciate Artworks at Pinto Art Museum
Pintô Art Museum is an exhibition space and contemporary museum located in the Philippines' historic pilgrimage city of Antipolo outside of Manila.
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| Pinto Art Museum |
A visitor says, "It's relaxing, it's a mind enrichment place with a beautiful atmosphere. People dress so nice for the photos.. food are okay . It's an excellent choice when u want to explore Antipolo. Art is definitely everywhere and so much.. I just wish I have money to buy those lamp.. Hello!!"
Address: 1 Sierra Madre St, Grand Heights Subdivision, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Hours: 9AM to 6PM Tuesday to Sunday
Phone: (02) 8697 1015
Hours: 9AM to 6PM Tuesday to Sunday
Phone: (02) 8697 1015
3. Relax at Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens & Spa
The best place in Antipolo for relaxation, unwinding, and relieving stress? Luljetta's is a top choice in Antipolo City.
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| Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens & Spa |
Located in: Loreland Farm Resort
Address: Sitio Loreland, Barangay, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Hours: Open today·10am–9pm
Phone: (02) 8570 2532
4. Cross Cloud 9’s Hanging Bridge
What about a 360 view of the city of Antipolo with a thrill? Cloud 9’s Hanging Bridge has become famous spot here since it gives you a breathtaking view of the city's green area.
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| Cloud 9 Antipolo |
Cloud 9 Sports and Leisure Club
Address: Bgy. Sta. Cruz, Sumulong Hwy, Antipolo, 1870
Phone: 0917 800 4324
Check out my list of 10+ Best Antipolo Resorts (Public & Private Swimming Pools)
5. Amazed With Mystical Cave
Mystical Cave is a show cave with guided tours through stalactites, stalagmites & other intricate limestone formations. It is maintained by Inday Nelly.
You can see here many religious and holy stalagmite and stalactite formed by water. From the name itself, "Mystical" because of the holy images found inside the cave. The water and stone inside the cave is said to be precious because it can heal sick people and can protect you from harm. They believe that the stone inside the cave can be your "anting-anting".
You can see here many religious and holy stalagmite and stalactite formed by water. From the name itself, "Mystical" because of the holy images found inside the cave. The water and stone inside the cave is said to be precious because it can heal sick people and can protect you from harm. They believe that the stone inside the cave can be your "anting-anting".
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| Mystical Cave |
This place is said to be religious, because of the rocks that forms different images of Jesus, Adam and Eve, Nazarene, Mama Mary, Pieta, Holy Trinity, St. Peter, St. Bernadette and many more. And of course the holy water and precious water that drips of to the cave can heal people.
This place is famous for the other filmmakers. This place was used from the movies like, Enkantadia, Pedro Penduko, Spirit Warriors, Dyesebel, Marina and Asian Treasure are some of the movies that are filmed inside the cave.
6. Re-discover Hinulugang Taktak
Chasing waterfalls? No problem, Antipolo is known for having a lot of it. One of the famous spots and easy to travel to is Hinulugang Taktak. It is located near the road so you won't need to walk or trek for hours just to see this.
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| Hinulugang Taktak |
Hinulugang Taktak Protected Landscape, also known as Hinulugan Taktak, is a protected area located in Rizal, Philippines. Initially assigned as a recreation area, the waterfall area has been designated as a national park by virtue of Republic Act No. 6964 in 1990.
Address: Taktak Rd, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Opening hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Sunday
7. Visit Bosoboso Church
The Nuestra Señora de la Annunciata Parish Church, also known as Bosoboso Church or Boso-Boso Church, is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Sitio Old Boso-Boso, Barangay San Jose in Antipolo, Rizal, Philippines.
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| Bosoboso Church |
The Jesuits eventually took over the mission and the church in 1741. It was turned over to the seculars in 1768 when the Jesuits were expelled from the Philippines.
Appreciate Mount Purro Nature Reserve
Mt. Purro Nature Reserve was built on the humble lands of Antipolo by the heart and hands of the Dumagat Tribe. |
| Mount Purro Nature Reserve |
This place and the movement to plant more trees in the balding mountains of Sierra Madre was inspired by Toto Malvar’s dream to save the environment, create sustainable livelihoods, and share their stories.
Address: Barangay Calawis, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Phone: (02) 8542 3005
Address: Barangay Calawis, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Phone: (02) 8542 3005
Where to Stay in Rizal?
- Cocotel Punta de Fabian - Check Rates and Availability
- LeBlanc Hotel and Resort - Check Rates and Availability
- Onea Bed and Breakfast - Check Rates and Availability
- The Citywalk Suites Apartment Inc. - Check Rates and Availability
- Date and Dine Resort - Check Rates and Availability
- Loreland Farm Resort - Check Rates and Availability
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Klook.com9. Buy Pasalubong Antipolo City
There are many delicacies in Antipolo like Kasoy, Suman, Mangga, Balimbing, Coco Jam, Latik, Kalamay, Adobong Kasoy and many more. Many people buy in Antipolo some "pasalubong" after the mass at Antipolo Cathedral. |
| Suman sa Antipolo |
Where to buy: there are stalls that sold suman and other kakanin near Antipolo Cathedral
What about a beautiful view to end the day? Antipolo is blessed with an overlooking view of Metro Manila and has a vantage point of sunset.
10. Watch The Sunset
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| Overlooking Manila |
Here are the 10 things you shouldn't miss in Antipolo:
- Visit Antipolo Cathedral
- Appreciate Artworks at Pinto Art Museum
- Relax at Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens & Spa
- Cross Cloud 9’s Hanging Bridge
- Amazed With Mystical Cave
- Re-discover Hinulugang Taktak
- Visit Boso Boso Church
- Appreciate Mount Purro Nature Reserve
- Buy Pasalubong Antipolo City
- Watch The Sunset
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