What are the best things to do in Roxas?
Top picks in Roxas include Ang Panublion Museum, Santa Monica Parish Church, Roxas City Plaza, Baybay Beach. See the full list and itinerary on this Roxas travel guide.
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Photo: Patrickroque01 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Roxas
Travel guide for Roxas, Philippines — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Roxas is a stop in Philippines, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise Ang Panublion Museum, Santa Monica Parish Church, Roxas City Plaza instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 30–90 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Roxas
1
Ang Panublion Museum
2
Santa Monica Parish Church
3
Roxas City Plaza
4
Baybay Beach
5
Palina Greenbelt Ecopark
Budget travel
Free things to do in Roxas
Santa Monica Parish Church
Roxas City Plaza
Baybay Beach
Palina Greenbelt Ecopark
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Roxas itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Ang Panublion Museum
- Visit Santa Monica Parish Church
- Visit Roxas City Plaza
- Eat at Katara Café Samgyupsal Roxas City
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Baybay Beach
- Visit Palina Greenbelt Ecopark
- Eat at Mang Inasal
Budget
Roxas trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 30–90
per person / day
Luxury
USD 105–170+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Roxas, Philippines. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Roxas
Estimated total (USD)
$1,760
≈ $880 per person · $251 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $55/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Roxas mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 30–90 · luxury 105–170+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Katara Café Samgyupsal Roxas City
Mang Inasal
Zugbao Bar and Resto
The beachbarandhouse
Coco Veranda
Dinersbakers Bar and Restaurant
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Halaran Plazza Hotel
Capiz Lodge
Casa Purita Hotel
Altacosta Beach Hotel
Alunsina Hotel and Spa
Shopping
- Unitop Department Store
- Robinson's Place Roxas
- Gaisano Grand City Roxas
- SM City Roxas
- CityMall Arnaldo, Roxas
- Puregold Roxas Avenue 2 Branch
Nightlife
- Mang Kape
- Palm Coast Coffee
- Feeka Coffee + Bistro
- The beachbarandhouse
Museums & culture
- Ang Panublion Museum
- Santa Monica Parish Church
In pictures
Roxas gallery
Photos: Patrickroque01, Townsend, Henry S., InLocoMagistra, Steve Kret, I created it. — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Roxas travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Roxas?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Roxas?
Plan at least 2 days in Roxas for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Roxas?
Popular stays in Roxas include Halaran Plazza Hotel, Capiz Lodge, Casa Purita Hotel. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Roxas cost?
On the ground in Roxas (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 30–90, and luxury about 105–170+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Roxas, Philippines. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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