Visit Santa Cruz
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.
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.
Colon Street
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
Sirao Flower Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu. 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 City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.
Cebu Whalesharks, Sumilon Island & Tumalog falls
Oslob Snorkeling with Whale Sharks and Tumalog Falls Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
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.
Sambag II
While Sambag II might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mango Square and Colon Street.
San Antonio
Though San Antonio might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colon Street and Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Capitol Site
When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Cebu Business Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- Robinsons Plaza
- SM City Cebu
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Magellan's Cross
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- Colon Street
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Jpark Island Waterpark
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Cebu Business Park
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Mactan Marina Mall
- J Centre Mall
- Ayala Malls Central Bloc
- Cebu Doctor's University Hospital
- Gaisano Country Mall
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Green Lagoon Park
- Temple of Leah
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House