Rodriguez, Rizal (Montalban)
Rodriguez (formerly Montalban) is a 1st class municipality in Rizal province, known for Wawa Dam, the Sierra Madre mountains, and affordable subdivisions serving Metro Manila's eastward expansion.
π How to Get There
## By AirnNinoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is the nearest practical airport for rodriguez rizal. It is about 35 km away and usually takes 1.5-2.5 hours via Commonwealth/Batasan corridor. Typical links include Major domestic and international flights via Manila.nn## By BusnMontalban commuter routes is the main land-transport access point. Common routes include Cubao / Quezon Avenue (1-2 hours; regular jeepney, uv express, and modern jeep trips); San Mateo / Marikina (30-60 min; frequent local trips).nn## By RoadnBatasan-San Mateo Road connects to Batasan, Commonwealth, Quezon City. Rodriguez Highway / local Montalban approaches connects to San Mateo and interior Rizal communities.nn## Getting Aroundnjeepney (PHP 13+): Main connector to Cubao, Litex, San Mateo, and nearby areas tricycle (PHP 15-50): Widely used inside subdivisions and barangays UV Express (Varies): Convenient for direct commuting to parts of Quezon City
π Location Data
πΊοΈ Places & Landmarks
ποΈ Landmarks & Attractions3
- Wawa Dam
Historic dam at the foot of Sierra Madre
- Mt. Pamitinan
Popular hiking destination
- Avilon Zoo
Largest zoological institution in the Philippines
π Shopping Malls1
- Montalban Town Center
Commercial center