About the 82 Provinces
Exploring all 82 provinces of the Philippines is more than just ticking destinations off a list—it's a journey through a tapestry of cultures, landscapes, histories, and stories that make this archipelago unlike any other. From mist-covered mountains and white-sand beaches to centuries-old churches and vibrant local festivals, each province offers a unique identity shaped by its people and heritage. Traveling across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao reveals the true soul of the Philippines: diverse, colorful, welcoming, and endlessly surprising. Whether you're a backpacker, culture chaser, adventure seeker, or history lover, discovering all 82 provinces is the ultimate way to experience the heart of the nation one destination at a time. Click each province below to explore its hidden beauty.
82 Provinces in the Philippines Checklist
- Ilocos Norte
- Ilocos Sur
- La Union
- Pangasinan
- Batanes
- Cagayan
- Isabela
- Nueva Vizcaya
- Quirino
- Abra
- Apayao
- Benguet
- Ifugao
- Kalinga
- Moutain Province
- Aurora
- Bataan
- Bulacan
- Nueva Ecija
- Pampanga
- Tarlac
- Zambales
- Batangas
- Cavite
- Laguna
- Quezon Province
- Rizal
- Marinduque
- Occidental Mindoro
- Oriental Mindoro
- Palawan
- Romblon
- Albay
- Camarines Norte
- Camarines Sur
- Catanduanes
- Masbate
- Sorsogon
- Aklan
- Antique
- Capiz
- Guimaras
- Iloilo
- Negros Occidental
- Bohol
- Cebu
- Siquijor
- Negros Oriental
- Biliran
- Eastern Samar
- Leyte
- Northern Samar
- Samar
- Southern Leyte
- Zamboanga del Norte
- Zamboanga del Sur
- Zamboanga Sibugay
- Bukidnon
- Camiguin
- Lanao del Norte
- Misamis Occidental
- Misamis Oriental
- Davao de Oro
- Davao del Norte
- Davao Oriental
- Davao del Sur
- Davao Occidental
- North Cotabato
- Sarangani
- South Cotabato
- Sulta Kudarat
- Agusan del Norte
- Agusan del Sur
- Dinagat Islands
- Surigao del Norte
- Surigao del Sur
- Basilan
- Lanao del Sur
- Maguindanao del Norte
- Maguindanao del Sur
- Sulu
- Tawi-Tawi
