Leyte is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, made up of 41 cities and municipalities and 1,498 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 1,693,061. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0900450000. This directory documents 42 attractions, 3 festivals, 39 restaurants, 4 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Leyte.
About Leyte
Leyte is the largest island province in Eastern Visayas, with Tacloban City as the regional center and a Highly Urbanized City. The province is historically significant as the site of the Battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944, the largest naval battle in history, and General MacArthur's return landing at Red Beach in Palo. The MacArthur Landing Memorial in Palo marks this historic event. Leyte is also known for the San Juanico Bridge, the longest bridge in the Philippines spanning the San Juanico Strait. Ormoc City in the west is a major port and commercial center. The province produces significant quantities of coconut and abaca. Leyte suffered catastrophic damage from Super Typhoon Yolanda in 2013, particularly in Tacloban City and Palo.
Leyte is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is composed of 41 cities and municipalities covering a total of 1,498 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
This directory covers 42 attractions including 1 beaches, 3 festivals, 4 hotels and accommodations, 39 restaurants, 117 local dishes, and 0 activities across Leyte.
Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Leyte, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.
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Local Directory
Leyte Business & Tourism Directory
Province-wide listings across 41 cities and municipalities, covering 1,498 barangays.
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| Category | Top Listing | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Attractions | PTK SPOT | 42 |
| Beaches | Canigao Island | 1 |
| Festivals | Buyogan Festival | 3 |
| Activities | No listings yet | 0 |
| Hotels | Copenhagen Residences | 4 |
| Restaurants | Daddy Born's | 39 |
| Rentals | Naga City Taxi and Car rental services | 13 |
| Local Food | Humba | 117 |
| Businesses | TMC Clinic SMDC Light Mall | 2,848 |
Top Cities & Municipalities
Most active destinations in Leyte based on total directory listings.
Administrative Index
All Cities & Municipalities of Leyte
Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.
| City / Municipality | Type | Barangays | Population | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abuyog | Municipality | 63 | 61,854 | 4 |
| Alangalang | Municipality | 54 | 59,063 | 4 |
| Albuera | Municipality | 16 | 47,333 | 3 |
| Babatngon | Municipality | 25 | 29,587 | 3 |
| Barugo | Municipality | 37 | 35,402 | 3 |
| Bato | Municipality | 92 | 39,275 | 83 |
| Baybay City | Component city | 92 | 114,708 | 3 |
| Burauen | Municipality | 77 | 54,635 | 3 |
| Calubian | Municipality | 53 | 31,990 | 3 |
| Capoocan | Municipality | 21 | 34,388 | 3 |
| Carigara | Municipality | 49 | 56,060 | 3 |
| Dagami | Municipality | 65 | 36,700 | 3 |
| Dulag | Municipality | 45 | 50,728 | 3 |
| Hilongos | Municipality | 51 | 66,774 | 3 |
| Hindang | Municipality | 20 | 21,520 | 3 |
| Inopacan | Municipality | 20 | 21,629 | 3 |
| Isabel | Municipality | 24 | 46,858 | 3 |
| Jaro | Municipality | 46 | 44,643 | 3 |
| Javier | Municipality | 28 | 27,759 | 3 |
| Julita | Municipality | 26 | 16,053 | 3 |
| Kananga | Municipality | 23 | 60,885 | 3 |
| La Paz | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Leyte | Municipality | 30 | 40,622 | 3 |
| Macarthur | Municipality | 31 | 22,256 | 3 |
| Mahaplag | Municipality | 28 | 28,424 | 3 |
| Matag-ob | Municipality | 21 | 18,618 | 3 |
| Matalom | Municipality | 30 | 32,604 | 4 |
| Mayorga | Municipality | 16 | 18,713 | 3 |
| Merida | Municipality | 22 | 32,373 | 3 |
| Ormoc City | Independent component city | 85 | 238,545 | 7 |
| Palo | Municipality | 33 | 80,291 | 4 |
| Pastrana | Municipality | 29 | 20,327 | 3 |
| San Isidro | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| San Miguel | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Santa Fe | Municipality | 57 | 22,889 | 5 |
| Tabango | Municipality | 13 | 33,888 | 3 |
| Tabontabon | Municipality | 16 | 12,157 | 3 |
| Tanauan | Municipality | 102 | 60,212 | 4 |
| Tolosa | Municipality | 15 | 22,016 | 3 |
| Tunga | Municipality | 8 | 8,301 | 3 |
| Villaba | Municipality | 35 | 42,981 | 3 |
| Province Total | 1,498 | 1,693,061 | 218 |
Browse Municipal Directories
Select a city or municipality to explore its complete directory of attractions, festivals, food, hotels, and barangays.
Planning a Trip Across Leyte
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Leyte. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.
Getting Around
Buses and shared vans typically connect the 41 cities and municipalities of Leyte, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.
Where to Base Yourself
Bato is among the most active destinations in Leyte by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.
What to Explore
Leyte has 42 documented attractions, including 1 beaches and 3 festivals across its cities and municipalities. Open a city directory for the full list.
Local Food
The province documents 117 local dishes alongside 39 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Leyte.
About Leyte in the Philippine Administrative System
Leyte is a component province of Eastern Visayas 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 41 cities and municipalities of Leyte collectively cover 1,498 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 Leyte
How many cities and municipalities are in Leyte?
Leyte has 41 cities and municipalities, comprising 2 cities and 39 municipalities, with a total of 1,498 barangays.
What is the capital of Leyte?
The provincial capital of Leyte 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 Leyte?
Leyte has 42 documented attractions across its 41 cities and municipalities, including 1 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.
What festivals are held in Leyte?
Leyte hosts 3 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 Leyte known for?
Leyte is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is known for its 41 cities and municipalities, 42 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 117 documented local dishes.
Where is Leyte located?
Leyte is located in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0900450000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.
Are there businesses and service providers listed in Leyte?
Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Leyte, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.
Geographic and administrative data for Leyte follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →