Central
Cebu City
Popular places to visit
Magellan's Cross
The first Catholic Filipinos were baptized on the site of this historic chapel, believed to contain the original cross planted by Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
Santo Nino Church
You can find out about the history of Cebu City with a stop at Santo Nino Church. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area, or seek out the snorkeling spots.
Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
Marvel at the sacred image of the Santo Niño and see the 16th-century cross in this beautiful Catholic church in the Philippines.
Ayala Center
Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound.
Colon Street
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.
Things to do
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
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Other neighbourhoods around Central
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral and Santo Nino Church.
Santa Cruz
Though Santa Cruz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like SM City Cebu and Mango Square.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to SM City Cebu and Colon Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tejero
If you're spending some time in Tejero, Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Cogon Ramos
While there might not be top attractions in Cogon Ramos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Mango Square.
Zapatera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Zapatera and surrounding area, you can visit SM City Cebu and Mango Square.
- Magellan's Cross
- Colon Street
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Senior Citizen's Park
- Jose R. Gullas Halad Museum
- SM City Cebu
- Ayala Center
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Jpark Island Waterpark
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Cebu Business Park
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Ayala Malls Central Bloc
- Pier 4 Cebu Port
- Cebu Doctor's University Hospital
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- J Centre Mall
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Green Lagoon Park
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan