Iligan Metropolis is named the Metropolis of Majestic Waterfalls. It’s not a declare based mostly on air. This metropolis south of the Philippines boasts a complete of 23 waterfalls in its neighborhood, making it one of the engaging vacationer locations in Mindanao, each for backpackers and vacationers alike.
Positioned within the province of Lanao del Norte, it’s the industrial middle of the south. Its title is derived from the Higaonon phrase Ilijan. The title of town initially means fortress of protection, being the location of frequent pirate and Muslim assaults throughout bygone eras. The world was initially settled by sea dwellers earlier than being invaded by Visayan migrants from the island of Panglao within the sixteenth century, making Iligan one of many earliest Christian settlements in Mindanao.
HOW TO GET TO ILIGAN CITY
Iligan Metropolis is situated within the province of Lanao del Norte in Mindanao. Though there are not any operational airports within the metropolis as of this writing, it’s nonetheless fairly accessible to vacationers wanting to go to its many waterfalls.
There are quite a few methods into attending to Iligan Metropolis.
VIA CAGAYAN DE ORO
Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Zest and PAL Specific flies to Cagayan de Oro from Manila, Iloilo, Davao, Cebu and Bacolod every day (1hour 20mins). From there, one can take a 1.5-hour bus trip (₱90.00) from Bulua Terminal that might immediately land you in Iligan Metropolis.
VIA OZAMIZ CITY
Cebu Pacific and PAL Specific has every day flights from Manila and Cebu to Ozamiz (1hour 20mins). From Ozamiz, one can board a two-hour ferry from Cokialong Delivery Traces (₱200.00) that might immediately dock in Iligan Metropolis.
VIA CEBU CITY
There are quite a few flights to Cebu from everywhere in the world every day. From Cebu, one can then board an in a single day ferry from Cokialong Delivery Traces (₱880.00) that might drop by Iligan Metropolis.
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SPEAK ILIGAN CITY
Iliganons, because the folks of Iligan Metropolis are referred to as, use Cebuano as their native dialect. However since Iligan can be a mixture of folks from completely different areas—as is the case in most cities within the Philippines—there are those that are additionally fluent in Maranao, Hiligaynon, Ilocano, Chavacano and Waray. Most locals can converse in Filipino (Tagalog) and English. 
Thank You – Salamat
Good Morning – Maayong Buntag
Good Night – Maayong Gabii
How A lot? – Tag-Pila?
The place Is… – Aha… / Hain…
HOW TO GET AROUND ILIGAN CITY
Jeepneys, taxis, tricycles, habal-habals (single bikes) and karitelas or tartanillas (horse-drawn carriages) are the primary modes of transportation in Iligan Metropolis.
Minimal fare for jeepneys is Php8.00 whereas tricycles begin at ₱7.00, relying on the place you wish to get dropped. Habal-habal’s are primarily used for going out of the best way locations, haggle with the motive force earlier than boarding. Fares often begin at round ₱25.00 upwards relying on the gap you’re gonna go.
Karitelas are often present in Poblacion and in Barangay Pala-o and Tambacan. They’ve a hard and fast route however it’s enjoyable to expertise using one. Minimal fare is at ₱5.00 to ₱7.00 per particular person.
WHERE TO STAY IN ILIGAN CITY
There aren’t that many lodgings and lodging in Iligan Metropolis. There are not any large fancy motels, most are easy inns and lodging homes that are often frequented by folks transacting enterprise within the metropolis. In a single day lodgings often begin on the Php300.00 vary, which is ideal for funds touring.
GO HOTELS ILIGAN 
Deal with: Robinson’s Place Iligan Complicated, Brgy. Tubod
Contact Quantity: (063) 224-9599
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.218689, 124.240517 
RENE’S PENSION HOUSE / B&C PENSION HOUSE
Charges: Begins at ₱350.00 (2pax)
Deal with: Andrada Compound, Roxas Ave. Ext., Brgy. Mahayahay
Contact Quantity: (063) 221-3701, (063) 221-8360
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.224294, 124.240798 
THE LOFT HOTEL
Deal with: Aguinaldo cor. Ubaldo Laya St., Brgy. Pala-o
Contact Quantity: (0977) 812-9774
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.226156, 124.249188
WHERE TO EAT IN ILIGAN CITY
Whereas Iligan Metropolis isn’t actually often called a meals vacation spot, it does provide all kinds of eating places and quick meals chains that almost all cities of its measurement have. In addition to the same old Jollibees and McDonalds, there are quite a few eating places the place vacationers can attempt native dishes and specialties. Don’t overlook to attempt the quite a few durian stalls alongside the highway too.
ARUMA COFFEE LOUNGE
Sort: Cafe; Espresso, Pizza, Pasta, Sandwiches
Opening Hours: 10:00AM to 7:00PM, Every day
Deal with: Preface Constructing, De Leon cor. Burgos St., Brgy. Poblacion
Contact Quantity: (063) 221-7913
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.229359, 124.238016 
DELECTA DINER AND CAFE
Sort: Diner, Cafe; Espresso, Salad, Steaks, Rice Meals
Opening Hours: 9:00AM to 9:00PM, Every day
Deal with: 16 Aguinaldo St. Ext. Palao, Poblaction
Contact Quantity: (063) 221-3397
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.227898, 124.240581 
EL CANTO GRILL AND SEAFOOD HOUSE
Sort: Restaurant, Grill Home; Rice Meals, Scorching Dishes
Opening Hours: 11:00AM to 11:30PM, Every day
Deal with: Zamora cor. Lluch St., Poblacion
Contact Quantity: (063) 221-6905
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.229661, 124.240031 
FLAMOO
Sort: Burger Home; Burgers, Fries
Opening Hours: 11:00AM to eight:00PM, Every day
Deal with: The Strip, Quezon Ave. Extension, Brgy. Pala-o
Contact Quantity: (063) 302-6503
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.226745, 124.249463 
JACKO’S KAN–ANAN
Sort: Restaurant; Rice Meals, Filipino Dishes
Opening Hours: 8:00AM to 9:00PM, Every day
Deal with: Nationwide Freeway, Hinaplanon
Contact Quantity: (0917) 716-8773 | (063) 222-4610
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.246246, 124.262730 
TITA FANNIES LIEMPO & CHICKEN HAUS
Sort: Restaurant; Rice Meals, Lechon Dishes
Opening Hours: 9:00AM to 11:00PM, Every day
Deal with: Zamora St., Brgy. Poblacion
Contact Quantity: (063) 223-1899
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.229668, 124.239850
WHAT TO SEE & DO IN ILIGAN CITY
Iligan Metropolis is house to the nation’s arguably most well-known waterfall, the Maria Cristina Falls. However in addition to this big of a waterfall, it’s also house to 22 different falls which can be additionally to not be missed. Town isn’t dubbed because the Metropolis of Majestic Waterfalls for nothing.
Town additionally has a few different sights that vacationers and backpackers would discover attention-grabbing, like its church, the nation’s former presidents’ ancestral home, museums, some parks and chilly springs.
With extra time, one can even discover the close by coastal city of Linamon, if one is inclined to go beaching. For the braver souls, the Islamic Metropolis of Marawi can be simply an hour trip away by way of fastened route vans.
CENTENNIAL PARK
Deal with: Butuan-CDO-Iligan Street, Sitio Mapalad, Brgy. Dalipuga
Opening Hours: 8:00AM to 9:30PM, Every day
Entrance Charge: Free
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.320084, 124.247993 
HINDANG CAVE
Deal with: Brgy. Hindang
GPS Coordinates Map: 
ILIGAN CATHEDRAL
Deal with: Quezon Avenue, Brgy. Poblacion
Contact Quantity: (063) 221-5325 | (063) 221-3285
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.229298, 124.239465 
MACAPAGAL-MACARAEG ANCESTRAL HOUSE
Deal with: Brgy. Buruun
Opening Hours:
Contact Quantity: (063) 223-6992
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.191245, 124.178911 
MONTANER BEACH
Deal with: Brgy. Mago-ong, Linamon
Entrance Charge: Free
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.185341, 124.156700 
TIMOGA SPRINGS
Deal with: Sitio Timoga, Brgy. Buruun
Contact Quantity: (063) 223-6993
Entrance Charge: ₱50.00
Opening Hours: 6:00AM to 10:00PM
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.191261, 124.179791 
DALIPUGA FALLS
Deal with: Sitio Kalubihon, Brgy. Dalipuga
Entrance Charge: Free
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.309556, 124.275358 
DODIONGAN FALLS
Deal with: Brgy. Digkilaan
Entrance Charge: Free
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.271956, 124.313459 
HINDANG FALLS
Deal with: Brgy. Hindang
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.306739, 124.340963 
KALUBIHON FALLS
Deal with: Sitio Kalubihon, Brgy. Dalipuga
Entrance Charge: Free
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.301818, 124.275002 
MARIA CRISTINA FALLS
Deal with: NPC Nature’s Park, Maria Cristina
Opening Hours: 9:00AM to 4:00PM, Every day
Entrance Charge: ₱25.00 Children | ₱35.00 Grownup
Contact Quantity: (063) 221-3988 | (063) 221-9032 to 33
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.183349, 124.194256 
MIMBALOT FALLS
Deal with: Purok 3, Mimbalot Buru-un
Contact Quantity: (0926) 422-4206
Entrance Charge: ₱50.00
Opening Hours: 7:00AM to five:00PM, Every day
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.180352, 124.170405 
PAMPAM FALLS
Deal with: Sitio Kalubihon, Brgy. Dalipuga
Entrance Charge: Free
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.309137, 124.278200 
TINAGO FALLS
Deal with: Agus River, Brgy. Ditucalan
Opening Hours: 7:00AM to five:00PM, Every day
Entrance Charge: ₱30.00
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.159290, 124.185992 
MARAWI CITY
Deal with: Marawi Metropolis, Lanao Del Sur
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.003094, 124.285078
Iligan Metropolis shouldn’t be as touristy as a few of the extra well-known vacationer locations within the Philippines. There are only some shops promoting souvenirs however one can nonetheless deliver house a bit of Iligan Metropolis via its native delicacies.
CHEDING’S PEANUTS
Deal with: 25-A Sabayle St., Iligan Metropolis
Opening Hours: 8:00AM to five:00PM
Contact Quantity: (063) 221-5164
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.231056, 124.235389 
PINAKURAT VINEGAR
Deal with: Greengold Gourmand, 5 Sparrow Rd., Isabel Village, Brgy. Pala-o
Contact Quantity: (063) 222-0809
GPS Coordinates Map: 8.227150, 124.256463
FESTIVALS IN ILIGAN CITY
Iligan Metropolis has an annual pageant within the type of Diyandi Pageant. Celebrated each September, it’s a month-long celebration devoted to town’s patron, St. Michael. Anticipate commerce festivals, avenue dancing, live shows and different occasions resulting in the ultimate pageant week.
DIYANDI FESTIVAL
Location: Quezon Avenue, Iligan Metropolis
Schedule: Each September
ILIGAN CITY TOURIST SPOT MAP
ILIGAN CITY SAMPLE ITINERARY
The same old three-day trip is sufficient to cowl many of the vacationer spots in Iligan Metropolis. However it might be best if one may keep for at the very least 5 days to unfold one’s waterfalling adventures far more thinly. Visiting town’s waterfalls often comes with a good quantity of climbing and it does get tiring if one plans to visits greater than three falls in a single day.
DAY 1
Morning arrival in Iligan by way of Cebu, Ozamiz or Cagayan de Oro
Test in at Lodge (go away your baggage on the foyer if early test in shouldn’t be allowed)
Breakfast at any close by Carinderia or Restaurant
Go to Maria Cristina Falls and Nature Park
Lunch at any close by Carinderia or Restaurant
Go to Tinago Falls
Go to Mimbalot Falls
Dinner at Tita Fannies Liempo and Rooster Home
DAY 2
Breakfast at any close by Carinderia or Restaurant
Go to Dalipuga Falls
Go to Pampam Falls
Go to Kalubihon Falls
Late lunch at any close by Carinderia or Restaurant
Afternoon and Sundown at Centennial Park
Go to the Iligan Cathedral
Dinner at Jacko’s Kan-Anan
DAY 3
Early Lodge Test Out – I recommend you permit your baggage the foyer first
Breakfast at any close by Carinderia or Restaurant
Go to Dodiongan Falls
Go to Macapagal-Macaraeg Ancestral Home
Go to Timoga Scorching Spring
Late lunch at any close by Carinderia or Restaurant
Depart from Iligan Metropolis END OF 3-DAY ITINERARY
DAY 4 – EXTENDED ITINERARY
Early Lodge Test Out – I recommend you permit your baggage the foyer first
Breakfast at any close by Carinderia or Restaurant
Go to Linamon Seaside
Depart for Marawi Metropolis
Go to KM Zero
Go to Mindanao State College
Lunch on the Mindanao State College
Go to Aga Khan Museum
Go to the Capitol Mosque
Go to Padian Market
Go to the Darangen Dolls Retailer
Go to the Mindanao Islamic Heart Mosque
Return to Iligan Metropolis earlier than 5PM
Dinner at any close by Carinderia or Restaurant
Depart from Iligan Metropolis END OF 4-DAY ITINERARY
UPDATED AS OF OCTOBER 25, 2022
