Popular places to visit

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.

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

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.

Mountain View Nature's Park
Escape the bustle of the city center to enjoy the recreational activities and sweeping views of Cebu Island at this hilltop park.
Things to do

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.

From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
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Other neighbourhoods around Hipodromo

Zapatera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Zapatera and surrounding area, you can visit Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.

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

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

Carreta
While Carreta might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like SM City Cebu and Cebu Business Park.

Cogon Ramos
While there might not be top attractions in Cogon Ramos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.
- SM City Cebu
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- Colon Street
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Jpark Island Waterpark
- Magellan's Cross
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Cebu Business Park
- Ayala Malls Central Bloc
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Magellan Monument
- Cebu Doctor's University Hospital
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- J Centre Mall
- Temple of Leah
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Pier 4 Cebu Port
- University of San Carlos
- Green Lagoon Park
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan
- Mactan Town Center
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall