Rough Guides Philippines: Travel Guide with eBook: 2026 Insider Tips Must-See Sights Maps & Itineraries Covers: Manila, Palawan, Cebu and more

Rough Guides Philippines is a comprehensive travel guide designed for independent travellers exploring the Philippines' islands, beaches, cities, rice terraces and coral reefs – from Manila and northern Luzon to Palawan, Cebu, Bohol, the Visayas and Mindanao.

It brings together everything you need in one place - from must-see sights and hidden gems to ready-made itineraries, in-depth sightseeing coverage, full-colour maps, transport advice, a handy phrasebook and a free eBook.

Plan your perfect trip with a guide that combines in-depth regional coverage with an online trip planner that generates a trip draft before you travel.

This travel guide to the Philippines covers:

• Manila and around – Historic Intramuros, museums, food districts, nightlife and nearby heritage towns.
• Northern Luzon – Rice terraces, mountain villages, surf beaches, colonial streets and dramatic landscapes.
• Palawan – El Nido, Coron, island-hopping lagoons, limestone cliffs and outstanding snorkelling.
• Cebu and Bohol – Spanish heritage, beaches, waterfalls, chocolate hills and island wildlife.
• The Visayas – Boracay, Siquijor, Negros, diving sites, festivals and laid-back island towns.
• Lesser-known Philippines – Mindanao, Camiguin, remote islands, volcanoes and off-the-beaten-path adventures.

The complete Rough Guides package – print edition, free eBook and online trip planner – helps you plan a trip that fits your style. Expertly curated and locally informed, it gives you the tools and insights to explore the Philippines with confidence.

Start planning your next adventure with Rough Guides Philippines.