Banilad

Cebu City

Photo by Carson Tilley
Photo by Carson Tilley

Popular places to visit

Ayala Center featuring a park

Ayala Center

5/5(1 review)

Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound.

Ayala Center
Magellan's Cross

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.

Magellan's Cross
Colon Street which includes fashion

Colon Street

Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.

Colon Street
Philippines Taoist Temple which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Cebu Taoist Temple

4/5(1 review)

Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.

Cebu Taoist Temple
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Sirao Flower Garden

Sirao Flower Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu City. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sirao Flower Garden

Things to do

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

P4,472
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

P6,700
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
From Cebu: Whale Shark Tour and Inambakan Falls Private Tour

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

P5,600
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu City Tour

Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)

P4,000
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu

Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu

P7,561
per adult
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch

From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch

P6,689
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
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Top hotels in Banilad

Stacia Hotel

Stacia Hotel

3 out of 5
Lot 9, Blk 3, Gov. M. Cuenco Avenue, Cebu City, Cebu
The price is P2,301 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
P2,301
P2,825 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Waterfront Cebu City Casino and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"10/10 the staff is very approachable and friendly."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

Stacia Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is P10,100 per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
P10,100
P12,398 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Good dining options. Staff were excellent with hospitality and service. Hotel was showing signs of ageing and the room carpets were a little dirty-daughter had rashes on her leg each time she sat on the carpet. Soundproofing in the rooms can be a little better too, could hear everything going on ..."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort

4 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Central Visayas
The price is P10,700 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P10,700
P13,271 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
"Very modern hotel, great food selections. Enjoyed my stay"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Belmont Hotel Mactan

Belmont Hotel Mactan

4.5 out of 5
Newtown Blvd, Lapu-Lapu, Central Visayas
The price is P5,164 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P5,164
P6,300 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Magellan Monument and Mactan Shrine ...
9/10 Wonderful! (210 reviews)
"Excellent service, delicious food and amazing hotel ocean view. Perfect for my Ironman 70.3 LapuLapu race."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Belmont Hotel Mactan
Radisson Blu Cebu

Radisson Blu Cebu

5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna, Cebu City, Cebu
The price is P4,590 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
P4,590
P5,175 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Safe, convenient, beakfast buffet great selections. Early check-in for premium member failed, my room was ready however staff failed to notify me."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Radisson Blu Cebu
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is P7,969 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P7,969
P9,782 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (701 reviews)
"All the staff are very very respectful and service is just remarkable, the whole resort is sparkling clean. However, restaurants are not in the phone directory or on their website so you had to dial and wait for the operator to transfer you which twice took me 3 redials to finally get the operator ..."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Banilad

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Kasambagan

While Kasambagan might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.

Kasambagan
Philippines Taoist Temple showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Lahug

4/5(57 area reviews)

Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cebu Taoist Temple and Ayala Malls Central Bloc while you're in town.

Lahug
Ayala Center showing modern architecture

Luz

While visiting Luz, you might make a stop by sights like Ayala Center and IEC Pavillon.

Luz
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Mabolo

2.5/5(15 area reviews)

While visiting Mabolo, you might make a stop by sights like SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery.

Mabolo
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Camputhaw

If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.

Camputhaw
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Hipodromo

While there might not be top attractions in Hipodromo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cebu Business Park and Ayala Center.

Hipodromo

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