Top 10 Must-Visit Destinations in Rizal: Your Perfect Getaway Near Manila
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1. Pinto Art Museum – Antipolo City
📍 Location: 1 Sierra Madre St., Grand Heights Subd., Antipolo💸 Entrance Fee: ₱250 (Regular), ₱125 (Students), ₱100 (Senior/PWD)
🕰️ Hours: Tue–Sun, 10 AM to 6 PM
Why Go?
This art museum is a favorite among creatives and couples. With Mediterranean architecture, sprawling gardens, and inspiring galleries, every corner is Instagrammable.
Highlight: Tranquil gardens and contemporary Filipino art.
2. Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens Spa – Antipolo City
📍 Location: Loreland Farm Resort, Brgy. San Roque, Antipolo💸 Packages: Starts at ₱1,150 (includes hydrotherapy pool access, locker, snacks)
🕰️ Hours: 9 AM to 6 PM
Why Go?
Pamper yourself with outdoor massages, jacuzzi baths, and nature therapy while enjoying views of Metro Manila and Laguna de Bay.
Highlight: Infinity pools with a scenic overlook.
3. Mt. Daraitan and Tinipak River – Tanay
📍 Location: Barangay Daraitan, Tanay💸 Registration Fee: ₱100/person | Guide Fee: ₱500–₱1,000/group
Why Go?
Perfect for hikers and nature lovers. After the hike, reward yourself with a dip in Tinipak River's turquoise waters surrounded by marble rocks.
Highlight: Limestone rock formations and riverside camping.
4. Pililla Wind Farm – Pililla
📍 Location: Brgy. Halayhayin, Pililla💸 Entrance Fee: Free
Why Go?
Feel the breeze and take in the view at Rizal’s version of Bangui. The windmills are scenic and environmentally inspiring.
Highlight: Sunset selfies with towering turbines.
5. ArtSector Gallery & Chimney Café 360 – Binangonan
📍 Location: Eastridge Ave., Binangonan💸 Entrance Fee: ₱200
🍽️ Dining Budget: ₱300–₱600/head
Why Go?
A stunning cliffside gallery and café in one. Ideal for a chill afternoon of art appreciation and food with a panoramic backdrop.
Highlight: Rooftop deck with 360° views and perfect golden hour lighting.
6. Cloud 9 Antipolo – Antipolo City
📍 Location: Sumulong Highway, Antipolo💸 Entrance Fee: ₱100 (View deck + Hanging Bridge access)
🛏️ Rooms: Starts at ₱2,500/night
Why Go?
This destination has stood the test of time with its rustic charm, iconic hanging bridge, and hilltop restaurant.
Highlight: The hanging bridge that leads to a 360-degree view deck.
7. Treasure Mountain – Tanay
📍 Location: Sitio Maysawa, Brgy. Cuyambay, Tanay💸 Entrance Fee: ₱200 (Day Tour), ₱500 (Overnight w/ Tent)
🏕️ Accommodation: ₱1,000–₱2,500 (Tent, Kubo, or Room)
Why Go?
Enjoy a relaxing mountain experience without the intense hike. Expect sea of clouds at dawn and cool mountain breezes.
Highlight: Beginner-friendly “sea of clouds” experience.
8. Mt. Purro Nature Reserve – Antipolo City
📍 Location: Brgy. Calawis, Antipolo💸 Day Tour: ₱475/person (with lunch & amenities)
🛏️ Overnight Stay: ₱2,500–₱4,000/night (includes breakfast)
Why Go?
Connect with nature while supporting eco-tourism and indigenous communities. Offers forest hikes, cultural immersion with Dumagat tribe, and peace from digital noise.
Highlight: Eco-therapy in a forest sanctuary.
9. Casa Santa Museum at Jardin de Miramar – Antipolo
📍 Location: 276 San Jose Ext., Antipolo💸 Entrance Fee: ₱325/person
Why Go?
Whether it's December or June, feel the Christmas spirit all year round with over 3,700 Santa figurines from all over the world.
Highlight: Kid-friendly and whimsical Santa wonderland.
10. ATV Adventures Rizal – Antipolo City
📍 Location: Sapinit Road, Antipolo (near Hinulugang Taktak)💸 Rates: Starts at ₱1,500 per person (ATV trail ride for 1–2 hours)
🕰️ Booking: By reservation
Why Go?
If you're craving adrenaline, this is the place to rev up! Go on rugged forest trails, mud paths, and scenic hill climbs with professional guides.
Highlight: Get down and dirty with mud-splashing ATV fun through Rizal’s hidden terrain.
Rizal isn’t just a stopover—it’s a destination. Whether you’re after nature, art, or a dose of adrenaline, these 10 spots offer something unforgettable just a couple of hours from Metro Manila. Perfect for barkada getaways, romantic retreats, or solo escapes.
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