Explore the Extraordinary.
Explore
ANTIQUE.

Welcome to Antique, where rugged nature and living traditions intertw seamlessly. Tucked between the majestic Central Panay Mountain Range and the Sulu Sea, Antique is an invitation to slow down and experience the extraordinary. From the rhythmic thrum of the handlooms in Bagtason where master weavers choose every thread to create the iconic Patadyong, to the refreshing mountain rivers of Tibiao, Antique offers raw, authentic encounters. Soothe your body in a traditional Kawa hot bath, hike through lush highland trails, or dive into pristine marine sanctuaries. Here, culture is practiced daily, and nature welcomes you with open arms. Explore Antique, where every path reveals an extraordinary story.

Where the Lush Mountains Meet the Teeming Sea

Inland Adventure & Ecotourism

Immerse yourself in the pristine waters of the Tibiao and Malumpati rivers. Experience extreme river tubing, body surfing, or white-water kayaking, and trek through lush rainforest trails leading to hidden multi-tiered waterfalls like Bugtong Bato.

Living Craft Heritage

Visit the Bagtason Loom Weavers in Bugasong to see women artisans operate traditional wooden foot-looms (tukuran). Watch how vibrant, geometric patterns take shape to form the Patadyong, a versatile handwoven tube garment that serves as a cornerstone of Visayan identity.

Coastal & Offshore Islands

Unwind with the iconic Kawa Hot Bath experience along the banks of the Tibiao River. Relax inside large repurposed iron cauldrons, originally used for sugar processing, filled with fresh mountain spring water, heated gently by firewood, and infused with local aromatic leaves and herbs.

Untouched Offshore Islands

Escape to Seco Island, a remote, elbow-shaped sandbar famed for its clear marine waters and kite-surfing winds, or explore Nogas Island, a marine sanctuary featuring a coastal mangrove forest and coral reefs ideal for quiet snorkeling.

Connecting Antique to the Region

Day 1

Arrival from Iloilo/Aklan

  • Visit Anini-y Church and Sira-an Hot Spring
  • Explore San Jose de Buenavista including the Old Provincial Capitol and  Bahay Na Bato

Day 2

Traditional Wellness and Crafts

  • Bagtason Patadyong Weaving Center
  • Tibiao River Water Activities
  • Kawa Hot Bath Experience
  • Malumpati Cold Spring

Day 3

Island Adventure

  • Explore Mararison Island, Nogas Island, or Caluya Group of Is

Plan your Antique Experience

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Primary Entry Points

Accessible via overland transfer from Iloilo City (3 hours) or Caticlan/Kalibo (2 hours).

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Getting Around

Local buses, vans, and tricycles provide short transits.

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Best Time to Visit

Year-round; November to May for river activities, hiking, and clear island waters.

Get in touch with Antique Provincial Tourism Office

Email

experienceantique@gmail.com

Phone

(+63 36) 641 0561