ABOUT
Bataan is a province on the Philippine island of Luzon Region III. Its capital is Balanga. Shipwrecks and coral reefs dot the waters of Subic Bay, off its northwest coast. Farther south, marine turtles are hatched at the Pawikan Conservation Center. A towering memorial cross and a shrine commemorating WWII’s Battle of Bataan crown Mount Samat in central Bataan. On the east coast, birdlife thrives in the Balanga City Wetland and Nature Park.
LOCATION
Coordinates: 14°41′06″N 120°25′55″E 
FAST FACTS
The following are a few useful and interesting details about this province.
Plug commonly used is Type A but Types B and C are used as well.
Bring A to B adapter(s).
CLIMATE
The climate in this province is classified as tropical. The rainfall in Bataan is significant, with precipitation even during the driest month. According to Köppen and Geiger, this climate is classified as Af. The average annual temperature in Bataan is 26.6 °C. The rainfall here averages 3021 mm.
While generally, Bataan is a good destination the whole year round, generally avoid the Holy Week season around March and April to avoid large crowds, you may, however, schedule your trip around the months when festivals are held.
The most appropriate clothing in this province is casual light clothing: shorts, t-shirt, sandals.
Light jacket and pants at night, at higher elevations, and boating.
READ MORE: Climate & Weather in the Philippines
CITIES & TOWNS
The Bataan province is divided into 11 Municipalities, 1 City:
- Abucay
- Bagac
- Balanga
- Dinalupihan
- Hermosa
- Limay
- Mariveles
- Morong
- Orani
- Orion
- Pilar
- Samal
ISLANDS
N/A
POINTS OF INTEREST
The following is a list of points of interest relating to the Bataan province:
- Adventure Beach Waterpark
- Amara Beach Resort
- Ambon Ambon / Limutan Falls
- Bataan Nuclear Power Plant
- Bataan World War II Museum
- Butterfly Garden
- Dungaree Beach
- El Kabayo Waterfalls
- Inflatable Island
- Jungle Environment Survival Training (JEST) Camp
- Limutan Falls
- Looc Beach
- Lusong Beach
- Magaul Bird Park
- Moonbay Marina Waterpark
- Mount Samat National Shrine – Dambana ng Kagitingan
- Ocean Adventure
- Pamulaklakin Forest Trail
- Pawikan Conservation Center
- Philippine-Japanese Friendship Tower
- Playa La Caleta Bataan
- Sisiman Beach
- Subic Fiesta Carnival
- Subic Spanish Gate
- White Rock Waterpark and Beach Resort
- Wow Recreation & Activity Center
- Zero Kilometer Death March Marker
If you plan to visit the province of Bataan, you can use the following sites to determine the best places to stay:
FESTIVALS
The following is a list of festivals celebrated in Bataan throughout the year:
- Banga Festival (Last week of April) – Balanga City
FAQs
The following are the most frequently asked questions about the Bataan province.
Where in the Philippines is Bataan located?
Bataan is located in Central Luzon.
Is Bataan a city or province?
Bataan is a province.
What is the Capital of Bataan?
The capital of Bataan is Balangaga.
What is Bataan known for?
Bataan is known for Bataan Death March and Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar.
How do I get to Bataan?
There are several ways to get to Bataan, the most common being from Manila:
- Bus | 3-4 hours | $4
- Taxi | 2-3 hours | $64-$76
- Drive | 2-3 hours | $11-$17
- Ferry | 1 hour | $10
RESOURCE: Best Online Transportation Resource for the Philippines
How many islands are in Bataan?
There are NO islands in Bataan.
Is Bataan safe?
Bataan is generally safe for locals and tourists.
Is the climate the same as the rest of the Philippines?
The climate in Bataan is considered tropical. It is similar to other provinces in the Philippines.
READ MORE: Climate & Weather in the Philippines
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