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Gubat is a municipality in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, made up of 42 barangays with a 2020 census population of 61,095. It is registered under PSGC code 0506208000 and uses ZIP code 4710. This directory documents 20 attractions, 27 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 49 verified businesses in Gubat.
About Gubat
Gubat 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 42 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 61,095 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0506208000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4710.
Visitors and residents can explore 20 attractions including 2 beaches, 27 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Gubat.
azifind also lists 49 verified businesses based in Gubat, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Gubat.
Municipality
Classification
Sorsogon
Province
Bicol Region
Region
61,095
Population
42
Barangays
4710
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Gubat is located in Sorsogon within the Bicol Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 42 barangays.
Gubat has documented coastal areas, with 2 beaches recorded in this directory. Coastal barangays support activities such as fishing, beach tourism, and marine recreation.
Gubat sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Sorsogon, including Barcelona, Bulan, Bulusan, Casiguran.
Best Places to Visit in Gubat
Gubat has 20 documented attractions in this directory, including 2 recorded beaches. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 42 barangays in Sorsogon, with a full index linked at the end of the section.
SeaΓÇóclusion Beach Resort
Gubat, Sorsogon
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Gubat, Sorsogon
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Gubat, Sorsogon
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0 recorded festivals and events in Gubat.
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Local Food in Gubat
Culinary specialties documented in Gubat 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.
Lauya (Sorsogon Style)
A pork-based soup boiled with root crops (like sweet potato or cassava) and local greens, making it a very hearty "one-pot" meal.
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 Gubat
27 places to eat are listed across Gubat, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 3 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Sorsogon.
Linda's Halo-Halo Bakeshop & Eatery
W4CF+CJP, Quezon St, Gubat, Sorsogon
Cobox Fusion Cafe
W4CG+98W, Mabini St, Gubat, Sorsogon
Greenhouse Restobar
Boulevard, Gubat, 4710 Sorsogon
SAIKO Donburi, Rolls & Ramen
127 Hwy 59, Gubat, Sorsogon
BicolBite Restobar
Bicolbite Restobar, Luna St, Luna-Candol, Gubat, Sorsogon
Baragat Dampa sa Gubat
W4CC+GX4, Gubat, Sorsogon
Geco's Beach House in Buenavista with Free Breakfast
V4VF+5JP, Barcelona Road, Gubat, 4710 Sorsogon
Manda's Café
Brgy, Luna St, Gubat, 4710 Sorsogon
Foo Boo
873 Bonifacio St, Gubat, Sorsogon
Barangays in Gubat
Gubat is divided into 42 barangays under PSGC code 0506208000.
Ariman
0506208001
Bagacay
0506208002
Balud Del Norte
0506208003
Balud Del Sur
0506208004
Benguet
0506208006
Bentuco
0506208007
Beriran
0506208008
Buenavista
0506208009
Bulacao
0506208010
Cabigaan
0506208011
Cabiguhan
0506208012
Carriedo
0506208013
Casili
0506208014
Cogon
0506208015
Cota Na Daco
0506208016
Dita
0506208017
Jupi
0506208018
Lapinig
0506208019
Luna-Candol
0506208020
Manapao
0506208021
Manook
0506208022
Naagtan
0506208023
Nato
0506208024
Nazareno
0506208025
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Travel Tips for Gubat
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 Gubat.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
What to Explore
Gubat has 20 documented attractions, including coastal spots. Browse the places section above for the full list.
Where to Eat
27 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 3 documented local dishes.
Coastal Note
For coastal activities, check local weather and sea conditions before heading out.
Gubat in the Philippine Administrative System
Gubat is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0506208000. 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), Gubat 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 42 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Gubat is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Sorsogon in Bicol Region.
People Also Ask About Gubat
What is Gubat known for?
Gubat is a municipality in Sorsogon, Bicol Region. It is documented with 20 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 49 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Gubat located?
Gubat is located in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0506208000.
How many barangays does Gubat have?
Gubat has 42 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What are the best places to visit in Gubat?
Notable attractions include Buenavista Beach (Lola Sayong), SeaΓÇóclusion Beach Resort, GUBAT Sign. Browse the places section for all 20 listings.
What food is Gubat known for?
Documented local dishes include Bicol Express (Sorsogon Style), Lauya (Sorsogon Style), Ginataang Kuhol.
What is the population of Gubat?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Gubat has a recorded population of 61,095.
What is the ZIP code of Gubat?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Gubat is 4710.
What cities or municipalities are near Gubat?
Nearby localities in Sorsogon include Barcelona, Bulan, Bulusan, Casiguran.
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