Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to the Philippines.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Boracay Island's stunning White Beach to sinking into a blissful swimming hole at Anuplig Falls, and gawking at the emerald-green rice terraces in and around the villages of Banaue and Batad.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Philippines travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips


• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate the Philippines and connect experiences together with ease


• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions


• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the rice terraces at Banaue and Batad; Jaro Cathedral; and Pagsanjan Falls


• Special features on picking your ideal island, Manila walking tour, activities guide


• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more


• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel


• Connect with Philippines' culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions


• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps


• Covers Manila, Around Manila, North Luzon, Southeast Luzon, Mindoro, Boracay and Western Visayas, Cebu and Eastern Visayas, Mindanao, Palawan

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• Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience


• Seamlessly flip between pages


• Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash


• Embedded links to recommendations' websites


• Zoom-in on maps and images

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Philippines.