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Donsol is a municipality in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, made up of 51 barangays with a 2020 census population of 51,781. It is registered under PSGC code 0506207000 and uses ZIP code 4715. This directory documents 27 attractions, 28 restaurants, 3 places to stay, and 60 verified businesses in Donsol.
About Donsol
Donsol is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 51 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 51,781 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0506207000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4715.
Visitors and residents can explore 27 attractions, 28 restaurants, 3 accommodations, 1 festivals, 2 local dishes, and other places throughout Donsol.
azifind also lists 60 verified businesses based in Donsol, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Donsol.
Municipality
Classification
Sorsogon
Province
Bicol Region
Region
51,781
Population
51
Barangays
4715
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Donsol is located in Sorsogon within the Bicol Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 51 barangays.
Donsol sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Sorsogon, including Barcelona, Bulan, Bulusan, Casiguran.
Best Places to Visit in Donsol
Donsol has 27 documented attractions in this directory. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 51 barangays in Sorsogon, with a full index linked at the end of the section.
Donsol River Firefly Tour
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5 activities recorded in Donsol.
Festivals and Events in Donsol
1 recorded festivals and events in Donsol.
Cultural
April
Butanding Festival
An eco-tourism festival heralding the annual arrival of the Butanding (whale sharks) and thanking them for bringing global tourism to the town.
Local Food in Donsol
Culinary specialties documented in Donsol and Sorsogon.
Bicol Express (Sorsogon Style)
Distinguished by the use of "Balaw" (fermented tiny shrimp) instead of just bagoong, providing a deeper, more complex umami kick.
Ginataang Kuhol
Large rice-field snails simmered in spicy coconut milk, often cooked with a generous amount of siling labuyo for a slow-building heat.
Restaurants in Donsol
28 places to eat are listed across Donsol, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 2 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Sorsogon.
Roberto's Restobar
Barangay, Donsol, 4715 Sorsogon
Yanina's Snackbite Restaurant and Bar
Hernandez St., Bororan Barangay 1 Donsol, Sorsogon Province, R05 Donsol, Sorsogon Province, R05, Donsol, 4715 Sorsogon
Caridad RestoBar
003, Rawis, Donsol, Sorsogon
Café 66
066 M E. Hernandez Street, Bororan Barangay 1, Donsol, 4715 Sorsogon
Siramsana Restaurant & Amoritos Bar
WHFH+46R Donsol to Pio Duran, Coastal Road, Donsol, Sorsogon
KawnKita
WH9J+GR, Coastal Road, Donsol, Sorsogon
Cyann's Foods and Services
WH4W+3JG, Donsol, Sorsogon
AGM Beachfront Resort and Resto
Donsol to Pio Duran road, Barangay Dancalan, Donsol, 4715 Sorsogon
Nay's Mamihan
Seawall, Donsol, 4715 Sorsogon
Where to Stay in Donsol
3 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Donsol. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Sorsogon.
Barangays in Donsol
Donsol is divided into 51 barangays under PSGC code 0506207000.
Alin
0506207001
Awai
0506207002
Banban
0506207003
Bandi
0506207004
Banuang Gurang
0506207005
Baras
0506207006
Bayawas
0506207007
Bororan Barangay 1
0506207008
Cabugao
0506207009
Central Barangay 2
0506207010
Cristo
0506207011
Dancalan
0506207012
De Vera
0506207013
Gimagaan
0506207014
Girawan
0506207015
Gogon
0506207016
Gura
0506207017
Juan Adre
0506207018
Lourdes
0506207019
Mabini
0506207020
Malapoc
0506207021
Malinao
0506207022
Market Site Barangay 3
0506207023
New Maguisa
0506207024
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Travel Tips for Donsol
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel. Check local weather before planning a trip to Donsol.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
What to Explore
Donsol has 27 documented attractions. Browse the places section above for the full list.
Where to Eat
28 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 2 documented local dishes.
Where to Stay
3 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Donsol in the Philippine Administrative System
Donsol is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0506207000. This code is used by national agencies including the Philippine Statistics Authority, the Commission on Elections, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government for census reporting, electoral mapping, and administrative tracking.
As a Local Government Unit (LGU), Donsol is governed by an elected mayor and a Sangguniang Bayan or Sangguniang Panlungsod responsible for local ordinances, the annual budget, and local services. The LGU is composed of 51 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Donsol is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Sorsogon in Bicol Region.
People Also Ask About Donsol
What is Donsol known for?
Donsol is a municipality in Sorsogon, Bicol Region. It is documented with 27 attractions, 1 festivals, 2 local dishes, and 60 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Donsol located?
Donsol is located in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0506207000.
How many barangays does Donsol have?
Donsol has 51 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What are the best places to visit in Donsol?
Notable attractions include Firefly Watching Tour, Donsol River Firefly Tour, Tuba Falls. Browse the places section for all 27 listings.
What food is Donsol known for?
Documented local dishes include Bicol Express (Sorsogon Style), Ginataang Kuhol.
What is the population of Donsol?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Donsol has a recorded population of 51,781.
What is the ZIP code of Donsol?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Donsol is 4715.
What cities or municipalities are near Donsol?
Nearby localities in Sorsogon include Barcelona, Bulan, Bulusan, Casiguran.
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Administrative and geographic data for Donsol follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. Business and place listings are sourced from publicly available data. About azifind.com →