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Northern Samar is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, made up of 24 cities and municipalities and 616 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 491,956. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0900460000. This directory documents 19 attractions, 1 festivals, 21 restaurants, 7 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Northern Samar.
About Northern Samar
Northern Samar is a province in the northern portion of Samar Island, with Catarman serving as the provincial capital. The province faces the Philippine Sea to the north and the Samar Sea to the west. Northern Samar is known for the Biri Rock Formations in Biri Island, dramatic natural rock sculptures shaped by Pacific Ocean waves that are among the most photographed natural formations in the Philippines. The province is also known for Allen municipality, the primary port linking Samar to Leyte via short ferry crossing to Matnog in Sorsogon. Northern Samar maintains significant indigenous Waray cultural traditions. The province contains large areas of primary rainforest with endemic wildlife species.
Northern Samar is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is composed of 24 cities and municipalities covering a total of 616 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
This directory covers 19 attractions including 7 beaches, 1 festivals, 7 hotels and accommodations, 21 restaurants, 8 local dishes, and 5 activities across Northern Samar.
Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Northern Samar, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.
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Northern Samar Business & Tourism Directory
Province-wide listings across 24 cities and municipalities, covering 616 barangays.
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| Category | Top Listing | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Attractions | Biri Island Beaches | 19 |
| Beaches | Biri Island Beaches | 7 |
| Festivals | Arawedan Festival | 1 |
| Activities | Rock Formation Trekking | 5 |
| Hotels | Allen Hotel | 7 |
| Restaurants | Ehlas Taste | 21 |
| Rentals | No listings yet | 0 |
| Local Food | Suman sa Laoang | 8 |
| Businesses | Shell | 2,848 |
Top Cities & Municipalities
Most active destinations in Northern Samar based on total directory listings.
Administrative Index
All Cities & Municipalities of Northern Samar
Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.
| City / Municipality | Type | Barangays | Population | Listings |
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| Allen | Municipality | 20 | 26,527 | 1 |
| Biri | Municipality | 8 | 11,005 | 6 |
| Bobon | Municipality | 18 | 27,266 | - |
| Capul | Municipality | 12 | 12,127 | - |
| Catarman | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Catubig | Municipality | 47 | 32,688 | - |
| Gamay | Municipality | 26 | 21,546 | - |
| Laoang | Municipality | 56 | 60,980 | 1 |
| Lapinig | Municipality | 15 | 11,908 | - |
| Las Navas | Municipality | 53 | 37,425 | - |
| Lavezares | Municipality | 26 | 29,801 | - |
| Lope de Vega | Municipality | 22 | 15,779 | - |
| Mapanas | Municipality | 13 | 14,858 | - |
| Mondragon | Municipality | 24 | 43,116 | - |
| Palapag | Municipality | 32 | 34,954 | - |
| Pambujan | Municipality | 26 | 34,174 | - |
| Rosario | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| San Antonio | Municipality | 60 | 8,904 | 10 |
| San Isidro | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| San Jose | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| San Roque | Municipality | 16 | 29,993 | - |
| San Vicente | Municipality | 33 | 7,308 | 37 |
| Silvino Lobos | Municipality | 26 | 15,512 | - |
| Victoria | Municipality | 83 | 16,085 | 6 |
| Province Total | 616 | 491,956 | 61 |
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Planning a Trip Across Northern Samar
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Northern Samar. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.
Getting Around
Buses and shared vans typically connect the 24 cities and municipalities of Northern Samar, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.
Where to Base Yourself
San Vicente is among the most active destinations in Northern Samar by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.
What to Explore
Northern Samar has 19 documented attractions, including 7 beaches and 1 festivals across its cities and municipalities. Open a city directory for the full list.
Local Food
The province documents 8 local dishes alongside 21 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Northern Samar.
About Northern Samar in the Philippine Administrative System
Northern Samar 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 24 cities and municipalities of Northern Samar collectively cover 616 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 Northern Samar
How many cities and municipalities are in Northern Samar?
Northern Samar has 24 cities and municipalities, comprising 0 cities and 24 municipalities, with a total of 616 barangays.
What is the capital of Northern Samar?
The provincial capital of Northern Samar 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 Northern Samar?
Northern Samar has 19 documented attractions across its 24 cities and municipalities, including 7 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.
What festivals are held in Northern Samar?
Northern Samar 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 Northern Samar known for?
Northern Samar is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is known for its 24 cities and municipalities, 19 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 8 documented local dishes.
Where is Northern Samar located?
Northern Samar is located in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0900460000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.
Are there businesses and service providers listed in Northern Samar?
Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Northern Samar, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.
Geographic and administrative data for Northern Samar follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →