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Ilocos Norte is a province in Ilocos Region, Philippines, made up of 23 cities and municipalities and 481 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 618,850. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0128900000. This directory documents 4 attractions, 4 festivals, 0 restaurants, 8 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Ilocos Norte.
About Ilocos Norte
Ilocos Norte is the northernmost province of Luzon, bordering Ilocos Sur to the south and Cagayan to the east. Laoag City serves as the provincial capital and is served by Laoag International Airport (LAO). The province is known for Paoay Church, a National Cultural Treasure and UNESCO World Heritage Site built in 1694, the Bangui Windmill Farm along the coast, the sand dunes of Paoay Lake, and Pagudpud Beach, often called the Boracay of the North. Ilocos Norte is the birthplace of former President Ferdinand Marcos, and the Marcos Museum and Mausoleum is located in Batac City.
Ilocos Norte is a province in Ilocos Region, Philippines. It is composed of 23 cities and municipalities covering a total of 481 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
This directory covers 4 attractions including 4 beaches, 4 festivals, 8 hotels and accommodations, 0 restaurants, 95 local dishes, and 5 activities across Ilocos Norte.
Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Ilocos Norte, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.
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Local Directory
Ilocos Norte Business & Tourism Directory
Province-wide listings across 23 cities and municipalities, covering 481 barangays.
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| Category | Top Listing | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Attractions | Pangil Beach | 4 |
| Beaches | Pangil Beach | 4 |
| Festivals | Bac-Bacarra Festival | 4 |
| Activities | 4x4 Sand Dunes Adventure | 5 |
| Hotels | Playa Tropical Resort Hotel | 8 |
| Restaurants | No listings yet | 0 |
| Rentals | No listings yet | 0 |
| Local Food | Bagnet | 95 |
| Businesses | Land Bank ATM | 2,848 |
Top Cities & Municipalities
Most active destinations in Ilocos Norte based on total directory listings.
Administrative Index
All Cities & Municipalities of Ilocos Norte
Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.
| City / Municipality | Type | Barangays | Population | Listings |
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| Adams | Municipality | 1 | 2,279 | 4 |
| Bacarra | Municipality | 43 | 32,734 | 5 |
| Badoc | Municipality | 31 | 32,832 | 4 |
| Bangui | Municipality | 14 | 15,227 | 5 |
| Banna | Municipality | 20 | 19,363 | 4 |
| Burgos | Municipality | 0 | 10,962 | 4 |
| Carasi | Municipality | 3 | 1,775 | 4 |
| City of Batac | Component city | 0 | 56,781 | 4 |
| Currimao | Municipality | 23 | 12,256 | 6 |
| Dingras | Municipality | 31 | 40,176 | 5 |
| Dumalneg | Municipality | 4 | 3,452 | 4 |
| Laoag City | Component city | 80 | 112,117 | 10 |
| Marcos | Municipality | 13 | 18,105 | 4 |
| Nueva Era | Municipality | 11 | 13,305 | 4 |
| Pagudpud | Municipality | 16 | 25,565 | 8 |
| Paoay | Municipality | 31 | 24,204 | 12 |
| Pasuquin | Municipality | 33 | 30,521 | 5 |
| Piddig | Municipality | 23 | 22,781 | 4 |
| Pinili | Municipality | 25 | 17,705 | 4 |
| San Nicolas | Municipality | 0 | 39,116 | 4 |
| Sarrat | Municipality | 24 | 26,294 | 4 |
| Solsona | Municipality | 22 | 26,249 | 4 |
| Vintar | Municipality | 33 | 35,051 | 4 |
| Province Total | 481 | 618,850 | 116 |
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Planning a Trip Across Ilocos Norte
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Ilocos Norte. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.
Getting Around
Buses and shared vans typically connect the 23 cities and municipalities of Ilocos Norte, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.
Where to Base Yourself
Laoag City is among the most active destinations in Ilocos Norte by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.
What to Explore
Ilocos Norte has 4 documented attractions, including 4 beaches and 4 festivals across its cities and municipalities. Open a city directory for the full list.
Local Food
The province documents 95 local dishes alongside 0 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Ilocos Norte.
About Ilocos Norte in the Philippine Administrative System
Ilocos Norte is a component province of Ilocos Region 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 23 cities and municipalities of Ilocos Norte collectively cover 481 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 Ilocos Norte
How many cities and municipalities are in Ilocos Norte?
Ilocos Norte has 23 cities and municipalities, comprising 2 cities and 21 municipalities, with a total of 481 barangays.
What is the capital of Ilocos Norte?
The provincial capital of Ilocos Norte 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 Ilocos Norte?
Ilocos Norte has 4 documented attractions across its 23 cities and municipalities, including 4 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.
What festivals are held in Ilocos Norte?
Ilocos Norte hosts 4 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 Ilocos Norte known for?
Ilocos Norte is a province in Ilocos Region, Philippines. It is known for its 23 cities and municipalities, 4 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 95 documented local dishes.
Where is Ilocos Norte located?
Ilocos Norte is located in Ilocos Region, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0128900000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.
Are there businesses and service providers listed in Ilocos Norte?
Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Ilocos Norte, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.
Geographic and administrative data for Ilocos Norte follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →