Mayon Volcano views
The famously symmetrical active volcano dominates the skyline; viewpoints around Legazpi frame it best on clear mornings.
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Luzon
Legazpi
Albay · Philippines
The gateway to Bicol, sitting beneath the near-perfect cone of Mayon Volcano, with lava-scarred ruins, viewpoints, and fiery local food.
Places to visit
Cagsawa Ruins
Daraga, Albay
The surviving belfry of a church buried by Mayon's 1814 eruption, with the volcano rising behind it.
Lignon Hill
A hill above the city with a viewing deck, zipline, and one of the best vantage points of Mayon and Albay Gulf.
Daraga Church
Daraga, Albay
A volcanic-stone baroque church on a hill, with Mayon framed in the distance.
Things to do
Mayon ATV ride
Guided all-terrain rides across old lava trails toward the volcano's base, a popular adventure.
Local tips
Try Bicol's spicy food
Bicol is the home of chili- and coconut-milk cooking — try Bicol Express and laing while you're here.
Chase clear skies
Mayon is often shy behind clouds; early morning gives the best chance of seeing the full cone.