🏝️Boac Cathedral

The Immaculate Conception Cathedral Parish — commonly known as Boac Cathedral — is a Roman Catholic church and cathedral in the town center of Boac, Marinduque. It is the seat of the Diocese of Boac and is surrounded by centuries-old defensive walls.

The cathedral was declared a Philippine Important Cultural Property in 2018, and in 2021 it was designated as a jubilee church during the celebration of the 500 Years of Christianity in the Philippines.

Centuries-Old Walls and Sacred Heritage

The cathedral houses the Sacred Heart Pastoral Center and the Diocesan Shrine of Mahal na Birhen ng Biglang Awa. As one TripAdvisor visitor put it, "The cathedral has this nice, ancient, rustic feel. Loved the carving on the doors, the huge bell and the whole facade."

A Designated Jubilee Church

The 2021 jubilee church designation, made during the country's 500 Years of Christianity celebration, placed Boac Cathedral within the broader Filipino Catholic story — a status that makes it a meaningful pilgrimage stop on the island.

A Silent Witness to Marinduque's History

As one TripAdvisor visitor noted, "It's amazing how they maintained it's original shape after all these year (228 years this year 2020). It is said that this is one of the silent witness of the history of Marinduque." The cathedral sits at the center of town, located uphill — a short climb that's part of the experience of visiting.

Whether you come as a pilgrim or a heritage traveler, Boac Cathedral is a must-visit. As one TripAdvisor user simply put it: "Very Old and well maintained and beautiful interiors. Located at the Center of Town. It is located Uphill."