PALAWAN ITINERARY: Things to Do in Puerto Princesa, Tourist Spots and Places to Visit (Travel Guide Blog 2024 for First-timers)

Looking for top things to do in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, tourist spots and best places to visit? Read on this Puerto Princesa Travel Guide Blog with sample Palawan itinerary, where to stay (best hotels and resorts) and recommended tours to help you plan an Ultimate Palawan Adventure this 2024!

Puerto Princesa, officially the City of Puerto Princesa is the capital of the Province of Palawan. As one of the top tourist destinations in the Philippines, it is home to the Puerto Princesa Underground River (PPUR), which is UNESCO World Heritage Site and dubbed as "New 7 Wonders of Nature". Puerto Princesa is famous for its natural attractions, many tourist spots, exciting activities and things to do. Certainly, travelers and nature enthusiasts will have an amazing trip to Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, all-year round!

What to see and do in Puerto Princesa? From natural attractions, beaches, waterfalls, heritage sites, caves, amazing hotels and resorts, and so much more! Are you ready to explore Palawan? Be sure to read this Puerto Princesa City Travel Guide Blog!

SAMPLE PUERTO PRINCESA ITINERARIES for 3, 4, 5, 6 Days Tour or More + Tourist Spots to Visit this 2024!

Planning an amazing Puerto Princesa getaway this 2024? If you don't know where to start, here are some sample Puerto Princesa City itineraries to give you an idea on the top things to do, best tourist spots and attractions in Puerto Princesa, Palawan.

The tropical island paradise of Palawan is far too beautiful not to be included in your bucket list when exploring the Philippines. In fact, it has been hailed several times as "one of the best islands in the world" by many international travel magazines and travel websites. A much-deserved accolade, I must say.

Located southwest of mainland Luzon, a quick one-hour flight from Metro Manila or Cebu will bring you to Puerto Princesa City. It is the seat of government and the capital city of Palawan province, which is dubbed as the "Philippine's last frontier." As a highly urbanized city, it serves as a convenient gateway to some of the best tourist destinations in the province such as the lovely El Nido and Port Barton in San Vicente in the north and the Balabac group of islands in the province's southern part. But if you do not plan to travel far from the city, Puerto Princesa also offers a lot if interesting things to do, amazing tourist spots and attractions, thrilling adventures, delicious food, and so much more!

From its bustling city center to its nearby beautiful islands, Puerto Princesa is blessed with wonderful natural wonders that every tourist will surely enjoy and have an unforgettable vacation. Do you want to visit Honda Bay or the world-famous and UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park? Read on. These sample Puerto Princesa City itineraries will help you plan your trip.

Puerto Princesa to El Nido Van and Bus Schedule and Fare Rates (Complete Travel Guide 2023)

How to get to El Nido, Palawan? What are the shuttle van and bus schedules and how much are the fare rates from Puerto Princesa City?

El Nido is one of the top tourist destinations in beautiful islands of Palawan. Known for its pristine white sand beaches, lovely islands, picturesque lagoons, and rich underwater marine life, it is frequented by local and foreign tourists wanting to experience a memorable tropical getaway. There are several ways on how to get to El Nido. You can go there via a direct flight from Manila to Lio Airport. But since it is a small airport and could only accommodate small planes, airfare tends to be much expensive. A more economical way to get to El Nido is by taking a plane from Manila to Puerto Princesa City, and then take a shuttle van or bus to El Nido. Here are some of the options to choose from.

EATING TAMILOK: A Must-try Exotic Delicacy in Palawan!

As we always say "It's more fun in the Philippines!" Your trip to the Philippines will never be complete without trying the local dishes! One of them is the slimy Tamilok of Palawan!

Among the many appealing facets of Palawan – from the beauty laden set of lush nature to the white sandy beaches, breathtaking islands, and amazing natural wonders – the province also offers exotic and must-try locals delicacies that every traveler should experience.

The Best Philippine Travel Spots to Visit after the Pandemic

Photo Credit: Binga Beach Resort

It has been months since the rapid spread of the coronavirus disease was officially declared as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). It has also been months since the state of travel as we once knew it last was.

For more than half a year, travel to many parts of the world has either been shut down or restricted. While we don’t mind staying in for the sake of public health and general welfare, we can’t wait to travel again as soon as this is all over. Here are the best places in the Philippines to visit after the pandemic:

We Will Fly Again Soon: Where do I Plan to Travel after this Pandemic?

One of the best travel experiences that I’ve had were my travels to Palawan. It captured my heart and left me in awe as I saw a glimpse of what heaven would look like if it was here on earth. Vividly colored with so many memories and different hues, it is definitely another place to go back to once this pandemic is over. I’m currently planning out adventure trips in the near future, hopefully by end of the year or by early next year.

I’m planning an ultimate Palawan adventure, to discover more islands and places I haven’t been to and go back to the places I visited in the past to relive and recreate wonderful memories.

Best Hotel In Puerto Princesa, Palawan: Princesa Garden Island Resort and Spa

Puerto Princesa City is home to the ethereal Puerto Princesa Subterreanean River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The best island in the world also boasts a hidden sanctuary for those who want to stay longer and enjoy the crisp, fresh air of Palawan.

ASTORIA PALAWAN: "An Eco-Friendly Resort in Puerto Princesa City"

Looking for hotels and resorts in Puerto Princesa, Palawan?

Palawan is known for its spectacular beaches, thriving wildlife and natural hot spots. No wonder, it is hailed several times as one of the "World's Best Islands" by international travel magazines. More to that, it is also home to some of the best hotels and resorts ideal to make your vacation truly memorable.

ASTORIA PALAWAN: Your newest ‘WorkPlays’ in Puerto Princesa

The seamless integration of business and leisure is Astoria Palawan’s newest philosophy as it celebrates the completion of two facilities: the much awaited 1-hectare Palawan Waterpark and the world-class Mangrove Convention Center. These developments usher Astoria Palawan’s bid to become Palawan’s top-of-mind venue for business travelers who seek a balance between work and play.

Palawan named "Best Island in the World" again (July 2016)

Once again, Palawan was hailed as "World's Best Island" by Travel + Leisure Magazine. The island first received the coveted top spot in the list in 2013 and "it’s little surprise that the island is back at the top," wrote Travel and Leisure on its website.

Awesome Pasalubong Ideas in Cebu Pacific’s Local Destinations

It is natural for us Filipinos to be thoughtful and always eager to share to our loved ones the joy of our travels. That is why, aside from great memories and awesome photos of our travels, we always want to bring home "something" from that memorable trips we had. Travelers often find it easy to load up on the usual and common "pasalubongs," like ref magnets of tourist destinations or key chains with the name of the city in cursive font. But that has always been the "usual pasalubong," that someone might already given to an office-mate, a friend or relative.

Palawan - Shop, Dine, Relax and Enjoy at Robinsons Place Palawan in Puerto Princesa City

Together with other travel bloggers, we visited Puerto Princesa City to checkout Robinsons Place Palawan as well as to see and experience the natural wonders they are most proud of. Built on a 16-hectare property, Robinsons Place Palawan is the largest and first full-service mall in Palawan that cater to the needs of Palaweños as well as travelers visiting Puerto Princesa City. It's my first time to be here and I am quite excited to see what's in store for us in the so-called "City in a Forest".

HOTELS IN PUERTO PRINCESA, PALAWAN: Go Hotels, A Place for Every Juan in Puerto Princesa!

Now, there's every place for every Juan in Puerto Princesa! Go Hotels, a chain of budget accommodation offers a decent, affordable and "feel-like-home" ambiance is our home for 3 days in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Located beside Robinson's Place Palawan, it is just 15-20 minutes away from the airport. Together with other travel bloggers we stayed here during the whole duration of our Puerto Princesa trip last week.