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Oton

Philippines · Western VisayasPH

Municipality in Iloilo, Philippines

Oton, officially the Municipality of Oton, is a municipality in the province of Iloilo, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 99,920 people, making it as the most populous town in the province and the entire Panay island. Oton is 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) west of Iloilo City and is part of the Metro Iloilo–Guimaras area.

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Population
99,920
Coordinates
10.693, 122.474
Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
15 m

Overview of Oton

In Western Visayas, Philippines, Oton stands out as a compact city. Some 99,920 inhabitants call it home. Because it is northern-hemisphere, timing matters. Handy context when you build an itinerary. Visitors mostly come here for culture and water sports.

Things to do in Oton

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Culture in Oton

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Culture lovers get Museums. It is a direct read of Oton's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.

Museums
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Water Sports in Oton

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Water Sports lovers get Water Sports. It is a direct read of Oton's activity profile. A compact set that still fills a visit.

Water Sports

Best time to visit Oton

Plan water days for June to September. The cultural and nightlife layer works whatever the month.

Getting there & around

Oton is mid-sized: regional trains or buses usually get you in, and the centre is walkable. The local time zone is Asia/Manila.

Similar destinations

Places near Oton that share the same kinds of activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is Oton known for?
Oton is mainly a destination for culture and water sports, set in Western Visayas, Philippines with around 99,920 inhabitants.
What can you do in Oton?
You can plan around Museums and Water Sports in Oton. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
When is the best time to visit Oton?
Plan water days for June to September. The cultural and nightlife layer works whatever the month.
Where is Oton located?
Administratively, Oton sits in Western Visayas, Philippines — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.

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