Tourist info
Things to see
There are several annual events that you can see in this city, including Pagdayao Festival which is a celebration of gratitude and prayer dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua and is held annually on June 13th. There is also Lapay Bantigue Dance Festival held every September 30th. Not less interesting to watch is the Masbateno Rodeo, the only rodeo show in Asia. This event is usually held in April. Rodeo is cowboy riding farm animals show, one of which is a horse. Pawa Mangrove Ecosystem and Wildlife Park is a place offering panoramic beauty and bird watching. Before walking to explore Masbate, you should visit The Masbate City 's Coastal Resource Management Interpretive Center where you can see all the info about the wealth of Masbate from the waters to culture.
Things to do
There is a natural water reserve that can be visited, such as Buntod Sand Bar and Marine Sanctuary which is the first water reserve in the city where there are various sea corals adorning the underwater scenery. There is also Bugsayon Marine Sanctuary where you can see beautiful underwater scenery containing a wide variety of marine life. Pawa Mangrove Ecosystem and Wildlife Park is also an ideal spot for fishing and spending time with family for a picnic. If you want to stay while looking and playing at a beach, you can come to Bituon Beach. Sail to Ticao Island where you can spend time to swim and dive to enjoy the underwater surge.
Things to eat
As a region surrounded by water, you can find a lot of fresh seafood processed dishes such in this city. The city is also known for its livestock wealth. Delicious mozzarella cheese is made in this city. The food you must taste while you're in town is Carmelado and Molido. Carmelado is similar to porridge lunkhead in Indonesia, but the food is made from buffalo milk and sugar mixture. Molido is made from potatoes and pili nuts that has sweet flavor. Feel the melting sweetness of Molido inside your mouth that will surely arouse your taste buds. Enjoy various menus in the floating restaurant can also be an option for your culinary tour. You can find this floating restaurant in Masbate Bay.
Getting to Masbate
Flying to Masbate: Masbate is served by Moises R. Espinosa Airport. Moises R. Espinosa Airport is located about .5 km southeast from Masbate. Read more about Moises R. Espinosa Airport or look for flights to Masbate
