Travelers can discover the city’s best attractions and experiences through curated Capiz tours, which often include visits to cultural sites, seaside promenades, and culinary stops featuring the freshest catch from the province’s abundant waters.
Top Attractions in Roxas City
One of the city’s iconic landmarks is the Immaculate Conception Metropolitan Cathedral, a centuries-old church that reflects Spanish-era architecture and stands as a symbol of the city’s deep Catholic roots. Just nearby is the Capiz Provincial Capitol, another beautiful heritage structure surrounded by tree-lined streets and open spaces.
The Baybay Beach area is a favorite local hangout and a must-visit spot for tourists. This black-sand beach is lined with open-air seafood restaurants where you can enjoy freshly grilled fish, scallops, oysters, and other shellfish while taking in the sea breeze. For a deeper look into the city’s seafood industry, many Roxas tours include stops at local fish ports and markets.
For nature and culture lovers, Palina Greenbelt Ecopark offers relaxing river cruises where you can enjoy floating cottages, mangrove views, and community-based eco-tourism efforts. Meanwhile, the Ang Panublion Museum houses artifacts and memorabilia that highlight the history and traditions of Capiz and its people.
Food & Culinary Experience
As the Seafood Capital, Roxas City boasts some of the best seafood dishes in the country. Whether you're dining by the beach or at a local eatery in the city center, expect to enjoy fresh oysters, crabs, mussels, and the famous “diwal” or angel wings clam—a local delicacy. A trip here wouldn’t be complete without a culinary stop, and most Capiz tours ensure that travelers get to taste these iconic local dishes.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Roxas City is during the dry months from November to May, when the weather is ideal for beach trips, outdoor dining, and heritage walks. If you’re visiting in early May, don’t miss the Sinadya sa Halaran Festival, which celebrates the city’s culture with parades, music, food fairs, and street dances.
