Aurora is a province in Central Luzon, Philippines, made up of 8 cities and municipalities and 109 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 183,627. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0300100000. This directory documents 5 attractions, 1 festivals, 0 restaurants, 30 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Aurora.
About Aurora
Aurora is a coastal province on the Pacific coast of central Luzon, named after Aurora Quezon, wife of Commonwealth President Manuel Quezon. Baler serves as the provincial capital and is known internationally as the birthplace of Philippine surfing, with Sabang Beach featured in the film Apocalypse Now. The province is accessible via the Baler Airport and the scenic mountain road through the Sierra Madre. Aurora is known for the Diguisit Rock Formation, Dicasalarin Cove, Ermita Hill, and the rich marine biodiversity of Casiguran Sound. The province is largely covered by the Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park, one of the largest protected areas in the Philippines.
Aurora is a province in Central Luzon, Philippines. It is composed of 8 cities and municipalities covering a total of 109 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
This directory covers 5 attractions including 5 beaches, 1 festivals, 30 hotels and accommodations, 0 restaurants, 27 local dishes, and 0 activities across Aurora.
Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Aurora, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.
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Cities & Municipalities
Local Directory
Aurora Business & Tourism Directory
Province-wide listings across 8 cities and municipalities, covering 109 barangays.
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| Category | Top Listing | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Attractions | Sabang Beach | 5 |
| Beaches | Sabang Beach | 5 |
| Festivals | Suman Festival | 1 |
| Activities | No listings yet | 0 |
| Hotels | Costa Pacifica Resort | 30 |
| Restaurants | No listings yet | 0 |
| Rentals | No listings yet | 0 |
| Local Food | Pako Salad | 27 |
| Businesses | Maxicare Primary Care Clinic - Eton Cent... | 2,848 |
Top Cities & Municipalities
Most active destinations in Aurora based on total directory listings.
Administrative Index
All Cities & Municipalities of Aurora
Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.
| City / Municipality | Type | Barangays | Population | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baler | Municipality | 13 | 44,684 | 28 |
| Casiguran | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Dilasag | Municipality | 11 | 17,536 | 5 |
| Dinalungan | Municipality | 9 | 12,552 | 6 |
| Dingalan | Municipality | 11 | 29,286 | 12 |
| Dipaculao | Municipality | 25 | 33,597 | 7 |
| Maria Aurora | Municipality | 40 | 45,972 | 5 |
| San Luis | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Province Total | 109 | 183,627 | 63 |
Browse Municipal Directories
Select a city or municipality to explore its complete directory of attractions, festivals, food, hotels, and barangays.
Planning a Trip Across Aurora
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Aurora. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.
Getting Around
Buses and shared vans typically connect the 8 cities and municipalities of Aurora, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.
Where to Base Yourself
Baler is among the most active destinations in Aurora by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.
What to Explore
Aurora has 5 documented attractions, including 5 beaches and 1 festivals across its cities and municipalities. Open a city directory for the full list.
Local Food
The province documents 27 local dishes alongside 0 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Aurora.
About Aurora in the Philippine Administrative System
Aurora is a component province of Central Luzon 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 8 cities and municipalities of Aurora collectively cover 109 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 Aurora
How many cities and municipalities are in Aurora?
Aurora has 8 cities and municipalities, comprising 0 cities and 8 municipalities, with a total of 109 barangays.
What is the capital of Aurora?
The provincial capital of Aurora 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 Aurora?
Aurora has 5 documented attractions across its 8 cities and municipalities, including 5 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.
What festivals are held in Aurora?
Aurora 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 Aurora known for?
Aurora is a province in Central Luzon, Philippines. It is known for its 8 cities and municipalities, 5 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 27 documented local dishes.
Where is Aurora located?
Aurora is located in Central Luzon, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0300100000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.
Are there businesses and service providers listed in Aurora?
Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Aurora, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.
Geographic and administrative data for Aurora follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →