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Masbate is a province in Bicol Region, Philippines, made up of 21 cities and municipalities and 427 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 706,616. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0600310000. This directory documents 288 attractions, 1 festivals, 297 restaurants, 4 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Masbate.
About Masbate
Masbate is an island province in the Sibuyan Sea, one of three island provinces of the Bicol Region. Masbate City serves as the provincial capital. The province is known as the Rodeo Capital of the Philippines, hosting the Masbate Rodeo Festival every April, the only rodeo festival in Asia featuring cattle round-ups and cowboy competitions reflecting the province's cattle ranching heritage. Masbate is also known for the Buntod Reef Marine Sanctuary and Sandbar, a protected white sandbar near Masbate City, Halea Nature Park, and the scallop and seashell processing industry. Gold mining operations in Aroroy municipality make Masbate one of the significant gold-producing provinces in the country.
Masbate is a province in Bicol Region, Philippines. It is composed of 21 cities and municipalities covering a total of 427 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
This directory covers 288 attractions including 2 beaches, 1 festivals, 4 hotels and accommodations, 297 restaurants, 69 local dishes, and 0 activities across Masbate.
Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Masbate, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.
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Masbate Business & Tourism Directory
Province-wide listings across 21 cities and municipalities, covering 427 barangays.
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| Category | Top Listing | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Attractions | Buho,Sitio Loroy,Mataba, Aroroy, Masbate | 288 |
| Beaches | Tinigban Beach | 2 |
| Festivals | Rodeo Masbatenio | 1 |
| Activities | No listings yet | 0 |
| Hotels | Treasure Island Hotel | 4 |
| Restaurants | Puro Aroroy Masbate | 297 |
| Rentals | HAPPY CAR | 38 |
| Local Food | Bulalo (Masbate Style) | 69 |
| Businesses | PNB Securities, Inc. | 2,848 |
Top Cities & Municipalities
Most active destinations in Masbate based on total directory listings.
Administrative Index
All Cities & Municipalities of Masbate
Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.
| City / Municipality | Type | Barangays | Population | Listings |
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| Aroroy | Municipality | 41 | 89,154 | 73 |
| Baleno | Municipality | 24 | 28,787 | 50 |
| Balud | Municipality | 32 | 40,236 | 63 |
| Batuan | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Cataingan | Municipality | 0 | - | 51 |
| Cawayan | Municipality | 37 | 68,510 | 47 |
| Claveria | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Dimasalang | Municipality | 20 | 25,054 | 41 |
| Esperanza | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Mandaon | Municipality | 26 | 44,177 | 49 |
| Masbate City | Component city | 30 | 104,011 | 41 |
| Milagros | Municipality | 27 | 57,362 | 48 |
| Mobo | Municipality | 29 | 41,199 | 31 |
| Monreal | Municipality | 11 | 25,843 | 25 |
| Palanas | Municipality | 24 | 28,133 | 21 |
| Pio V. Corpuz | Municipality | 0 | 23,641 | 24 |
| Placer | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| San Fernando | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| San Jacinto | Municipality | 40 | 29,458 | 29 |
| San Pascual | Municipality | 51 | 44,641 | 41 |
| Uson | Municipality | 35 | 56,410 | 25 |
| Province Total | 427 | 706,616 | 697 |
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Planning a Trip Across Masbate
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Masbate. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.
Getting Around
Buses and shared vans typically connect the 21 cities and municipalities of Masbate, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.
Where to Base Yourself
Aroroy is among the most active destinations in Masbate by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.
What to Explore
Masbate has 288 documented attractions, including 2 beaches and 1 festivals across its cities and municipalities. Open a city directory for the full list.
Local Food
The province documents 69 local dishes alongside 297 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Masbate.
About Masbate in the Philippine Administrative System
Masbate is a component province of Bicol Region under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) classification system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Provinces serve as the primary political subdivisions of the Philippines, each governed by an elected governor and a provincial board.
The 21 cities and municipalities of Masbate collectively cover 427 barangays, the smallest administrative units in the country. Each barangay is governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council responsible for community-level services, dispute resolution, and local peace and order.
People Also Ask About Masbate
How many cities and municipalities are in Masbate?
Masbate has 21 cities and municipalities, comprising 1 cities and 20 municipalities, with a total of 427 barangays.
What is the capital of Masbate?
The provincial capital of Masbate is the seat of the provincial government. Browse the cities and municipalities index to explore the province's administrative centers.
What are the top attractions in Masbate?
Masbate has 288 documented attractions across its 21 cities and municipalities, including 2 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.
What festivals are held in Masbate?
Masbate hosts 1 documented festivals across its cities and municipalities, ranging from religious fiestas honoring patron saints to cultural and harvest festivals unique to specific communities within the province.
What is Masbate known for?
Masbate is a province in Bicol Region, Philippines. It is known for its 21 cities and municipalities, 288 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 69 documented local dishes.
Where is Masbate located?
Masbate is located in Bicol Region, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0600310000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.
Are there businesses and service providers listed in Masbate?
Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Masbate, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.
Geographic and administrative data for Masbate follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →