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DeutschNasugbu is a municipality in western Batangas, facing the South China Sea. It is a tourist area, with luxury beach resorts along the coast, and some hidden draws like its asukareras (sugar plantations, from Spanish azucarera) and mountains.
Understand
[edit | edit source]Nasugbu lies along the western coast of Batangas, facing the South China Sea. It is home to about 141,000 people (census, 1 July 2024) 
. The town is a commercial center of western Batangas, but is not as important as Balayan to the southeast, which is the traditional trading center.
The town lacks historical proof about its founding; the only proof about its early history is dated from 1852, by Jesuits. During the Pacific War, Nasugbu served as an entry point for the American liberators during the end of the war in 1945, and their arrival is commemorated since then.
Nasugbu grew its reputation for its beaches during the Marcos administrations between 1965 and 1986. Part of the municipality forms the Nasugbu Special Tourism Zone; luxurious beach resorts continue to grow in the area.
Nasugbu has a dry and wet climate, and temperatures in the municipality are suitable for sugarcane production. Temperatures in town can rise above 37 °C (99 °F) in the summer (between March and May), so be prepared.
Get in
[edit | edit source]Nasugbu is at the crossroads of major highway systems from Ternate and Tagaytay in Cavite province, as well as from the provincial capital Batangas City.
By bus
[edit | edit source]The town is served by multiple bus operators running from the Parañaque Intermodal Transport Exchange (PITX) terminal; trips take over 2 hours via Ternate or Tagaytay. It is also connected by bus, minibus and jeepney from the provincial capital, Batangas City.
- 1 Alps Bus Station Nasugbu, Nasugbu-Ternate Highway. Open 24 hours.
- 1 ErJohn & Almark Bus, J.P. Laurel Avenue. Open 24 hours.
- 2 Batman Starexpress Bus Company (BSC / San Agustin Bus Terminal), J.P. Laurel Avenue. Open 24 hours.
Get around
[edit | edit source]Tricycles are the main form of public transportation within town.
See
[edit | edit source]- 1 Nasugbu Landing Monument, #63 Apacible Boulevard. Open 24 hours. It commemorates the landing of American liberation forces on January 31, 1945.
- 2 Saint Francis Xavier Parish Church, Nasugbu-Ternate Highway, Barangay 2, ☏ +63 967 295 4167, stfrancisxavier.nasugbu@gmail.com. A Romanesque parish church dating back to 1852. Spanish era church. Looks amazing from the outside.
- 3 La Iglesia de la Nuestra Señora de la Escalera, P. Hugo Street, Barangay 6. Open 24 hours. The ruins of a church that was burned down during the Philippine Revolution against in 1896. The ruins are partly overgrown by a Balete (banyan) tree. Free.
- 4 Mangrove Protected Forest Park Nasugbu, Nasugbu-Ternate Highway. Open 24 hours. Free.
- 5 Mount Batulao, Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway. Open 24 hours. This 811 metres (2,661 ft) high inactive volcano is a must-visit for beginners. The scenic views and beautiful mountain range made the experience unforgettable. Highly recommended for those looking to start their hiking journey. Free.
- 6 Fortune Island, Nasugbu Bay. Open 24 hours. The island is owned by José Antonio Leviste, a former governor of Batangas. Leviste opened the Resort Club on the island in 1995. It was a bad investment (also due to lack of fresh water on the island). In the end the idea of the resort was abandoned. What has left are remnants of the beach cabanas, swimming pool and an acropolis with Grecian pillars and statues on the edge of the island overlooking the sea. Great place for swimming and snorkeling. Visiting is not cheap though.
- 7 Caleruega Chapel of Transfiguration, Caleruega Road, Kaylaway, ☏ +63 921 270 9890, caleruega_philippines@yahoo.com. A picturesque chapel within the Caleruega Retreat Center. It is dedicated to Saint Dominic of Guzman and offers commanding views of Mount Batulao. It is a favorite wedding venue for those who can afford it.
Do
[edit | edit source]- 1 Nasugbu Beachfront, Apacible Boulevard. Open 24 hours. Nice views and you can see Fortune Island at a distance. Free.
Buy
[edit | edit source]- 1 Nasugbu Public Market, F. Castro Street, Barangay 11. 6AM–6PM.
- 2 Waltermart - Nasugbu, J.P. Laurel Avenue, Lumbangan, ☏ +63 919 088 4297. 9AM-8PM. Mall, Supermarket.
Eat
[edit | edit source]- 1 Mang Kulas Lomi House, Wawa Port Road corner Evangelista Street. 8AM–8:30PM. Do yourself a favor and visit this lovely restaurant in batangas. The service is unmatched. The staff and owners truly cares about your experience. The food is absolutely amazing – big serving, great for sharing and flavorful . Absolutely the best meal we had while in batangas. Highly recommend!
- 2 Teriraki, Centro Albacura Street. 1PM–9PM.
- 3 Hyatti Pizza Hub, Lapu-Lapu Street, Parola,. Open 24 hours. [dead link]
- 4 El Cocinero by Chef Arnaldo, J.P. Laurel Avenue. 10:30AM–9PM. Filipino food, Spanish food restaurant.
- 5 L’Bulalo Restaurant - Nasugbu, J. P. Laurel Street. 10AM–9PM. Filipino food restaurant. ₱400–₱600.
Drink
[edit | edit source]Sleep
[edit | edit source]Most of the resorts are around two bays north of town. The road to them winds through hills, and there is some risk of landslides or falling rock, so travelling there during heavy rain is inadvisable. The smaller town of Lian, just to the south of Lesugbu, also has some resorts.
- 1 Canyon Cove Resort, Far East Road, Piloto Wawa, Nasugbu, ☏ +63 2908 1111. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. Accommodations equipped with coffee/tea maker, mini-bar, cable TV, and electronic safe. Some of its facilities and services are swimming pool, massage and spa services, game room, children's playground and a beach. From ₱4,500-₱7,000.
- 2 Chateau Royale Hotel Resort and Spa, Km. 72 Batulao, Nasugbu, ☏ +63 2696-4374, fax: +63 2696-4376. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. Chateau Royale Sports and Country Club stands on fifteen hectares. Accommodations are in log cabins.
- 3 Club Punta Fuego, Peninsula Avenue, Barangay Balaytigue,, ☏ +63 43 729-0180, info@clubpuntafuego.com. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. Club Punta Fuego is in Nasugbu. ₱11,000-₱13,000.
- 4 The Sanctuary Batulao, Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. ₱12,000+.
- 5 Calayo Beach Resort, Sitio Hulo, Calayo Road. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. ₱5,000++.
- 6 RSAM Beach Resort by Cocotel, Calayo Road. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. ₱4,000-₱5,000.
- 7 Costa Blanca Island Resort, near Barakuda Beach Resort. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. ₱4,000-₱10,000.
- 8 Amara Residences, Natipunan Cove. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. ₱10,000-₱17,000. [dead link]
- 9 Manor Beach House in Nasugbu, located at Terraza de Punta Fuego Main Phase. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon.
- 10 Munting Buhangin Beach Camp, located in Terrazas De Punta Fuego. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 1PM.
- 11 Forest Cove Beach House, located at Terraza de Punta Fuego Main Phase. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. ₱37,000.
- 12 Ocean Bliss Resort - Nasugbu, Manuel L. Quezon Street corner Apacible Boulevard. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM.
- 13 Pico Sands Hotel, Pico de Loro Cove, Hamilo Coast. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. ₱9,000-₱10,000.
- 14 G7 Golden View Resort - Nasugbu, Apacible Boulevard. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon.
- 15 Johndel Beach Resort, Apacible Blvd, Brgy Bucana. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon.
Connect
[edit | edit source]The town's postal code is 4231.
- 2 Nasugbu, Batangas Tourism, Municipal Hall, Escalera Street, Barangay 2, nasugbutourism2016@gmail.com.
Go next
[edit | edit source]Nasugbu is the departure point for ferries to Lubang, a group of islands that are off the beaten tourist track but have some fine beaches.
| Routes through Nasugbu |
| END ← Ternate ← | N  E | → Palico Rotonda (junction with  to Tuy and Balayan) → Merges with .svg){kind=small} |
| END ← | N  S | → Lian → Calatagan |
| Tagaytay ← Alfonso ← | N  S | → Lemery |