Baclayon Church
About
One of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines, founded by Jesuits in the 1590s and built from coral stone. Heavily damaged in the 2013 Bohol earthquake, it has been carefully restored, and its museum keeps centuries-old religious art and vestments. It's a short ride from Tagbilaran and a staple first stop on countryside tours for history lovers.
- 45 minTime to spend
- MorningBest time to go
- About ₱50 per personSulit · Great value
- About 15-20 minutes by car from Tagbilaran.Getting there
Why it’s gala-worthy
- Good for history trip, museum visit, photo walk and family trip
- Heavily damaged in the 2013 Bohol earthquake, it has been carefully restored, and its museum keeps centuries-old religious art and vestments.
- It's a short ride from Tagbilaran and a staple first stop on countryside tours for history lovers.
Know before you go
Parking near the church plaza.
Church is free; small museum fee.
Where it is
Poblacion, Baclayon, Bohol
By commuteAbout 15-20 minutes by car from Tagbilaran.
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FAQ
Gaano kaluma?
The parish dates back to the late 1500s; the stone church was built in the early 1700s.
Na-restore na ba after the earthquake?
Yes, after extensive restoration.
Dress code?
Modest clothing inside the church.