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2025/08/17

Top 10 Must-Visit Destinations in Rizal: Your Perfect Getaway Near Manila

8/17/2025 03:08:00 PM


Just a short drive from Metro Manila, Rizal Province is filled with scenic landscapes, vibrant art spaces, and nature escapes perfect for weekend getaways. Whether you're craving adventure, a romantic view, or soul-soothing nature therapy, here are the Top 10 destinations in Rizal you shouldn't miss.

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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