More than a century old Church and long standing one. My hometown and I always visit this place. The church have lots of history if you wanted to find out more discover Santa Barbara Iloilo and Panay Island.

CHURCH AND CONVENT OF SANTA BARBARA BUILT UNDER THE DIRECTION OF FATHER FRANCISCO AGUERRIA, OSA, BY THE PATRONATO OF SANTA BARBARA VIRGEN Y MARTIR 1849; CONTINUED BY FATHER MATEO RODRIGUEZ, 1855-1873; COMPLETED UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF FATHER CALIXTO FERNANDEZ, 1878. USED AS THE STATION OF THE "EJERCITO LIBERTADOR" LEAD BY HEN. MARTIN TEOFILO DELGADO WHEN THE REVOLUTIONARY GOVERNMENT WAS ESTABLISHED IN VISAYAS, 17 NOVEMBER 1898. DECLARED NATIONAL HISTORICAL SIGN OF THE EFFECT OF NHI RESOLUTION NO. 1,6 JULY 1990.

Sta. Barbara Church and Convent was declared as National Historical Landmark by the National Historical Commission and National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines.

Beautifully restored church

Went here for our Visita Iglesia (2023). This church gives a great ambiance. I like that they have preserved its structure as it imposes simplicity and beauty. From the way I see it, it can accumulate many people as it is big. Indeed, it is the Cradle of Independence.

Simple yet beautiful just like St. Barbara.

Its a great parish with welcoming lay persons who are working there. It is considered as a National Historical Landmark by National Historical Commission of the Philippines because of its great contribution for the Filipino people towards the attainment of Freedom.

Old churches bring you back to the old times. I love the ambiance, serene and nostalgic.

The church is very beautiful. This is one of the most beautiful church I have visited along with the church in Miag-ao. You can take a walked from your hotel as there are two hotels I know off in Sta. Barbara. One is Fleur de Liz which is located outside the poblacion. Or you can ride a tricycle and pay Php10-.

A must see if you are in Sta. Barbara. This church got recently renovated and is very well taken care of. The mass used to be hold in an outdoor pavilion but now it’s being hold in the renovated main building which is a spectacular piece of art (with decent airflow). We came all the way from Europe to hold my son’s baptism and it was perfect. Located just in front of the city hall and walking distance of Sta. Barbara’s main street.

The center of Christian worship.

One of a well cared church in Iloilo. It's a nice place to visit and just short drive from the city.

Crowded

This is one of the most historical landmarks in Iloilo. The good thing is this is 30 minutes away from Iloilo City and 5 minutes from Iloilo International Airport. If you are a devoted Roman Catholic, you shouldn't miss this church! It is worth the visit!

One of the few old era churches that you can visit if you are in iloilo. Made of limestone and corals. A beautiful sight indeed.

Historical and a religious place to visit.. Its free no entrance with a very accommodating guide which enlighten us of the history of the place.. Also good for chickiting madami sila mtutunan about the place.. Nice na nice