Downtown Cebu

Cebu City

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Cebu City which includes a monument
Fort San Pedro which includes building ruins
Downtown Cebu
Fort San Pedro which includes a ruin

Popular places to visit

Magellan's Cross

Magellan's Cross

4/5(15 reviews)

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 featuring 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
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Santo Nino Church

Santo Nino Church

You can find out about the history of Cebu City with a visit to Santo Nino Church. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Santo Nino Church
Heritage of Cebu Monument which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Heritage of Cebu Monument

4/5(9 reviews)

Pick out the portrayals of your favorite city sights and historical moments in this mesmerizing mixed-metal public artwork.

Heritage of Cebu Monument
Minor Basilica of the Holy Child showing heritage architecture, interior views and religious elements

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Marvel at the sacred image of the Santo Niño and see the 16th-century cross in this beautiful Catholic church in the Philippines.

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

Things to do

Private Half Day Ultimate Food Tour in Cebu

The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey

€56
per adult
The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

€102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon
Cebu City and Mactan Island Private Full-Day Tour

Cebu: Cebu City and Mactan Island Tour

€57
per adult
Cebu: Cebu City and Mactan Island Tour
Magellans Cross. The introduction of religion in the Philippines.

Cebu Day Tour with Pick-up, Drop-off and Lunch (private)

€110
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cebu Day Tour with Pick-up, Drop-off and Lunch (private)
Taoist Temple

3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour

€32
per adult
3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour
Tops Lookout

Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City

€87
per adult
Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City
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Top hotels in Downtown Cebu

One Central Hotel

One Central Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner Sanciangko and Leon Kilat Street, Cebu City, Cebu
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (695 reviews)
Very good affordable hotel in centre of city
"A great option for a stay in central Cebu City at a reasonable price. Rooms modern and comfy. Restaurant great for the excellent included breakfast and indeed dinner. And their cocktails rock for very reasonable cost! The top floor pool is very small, but handy to cool off and chill."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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One Central Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is €164 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€164
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"This place was amazing and all of the staff were very helpful and pleasant. Felt bad for some of them because some of the tourists/guests were very rude towards the staff. Hope guests act accordingly towards the staff members. Overall, it was a pleasant stay. The facility and amenities were great. ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 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 €190 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€190
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (303 reviews)
"Everything was good except when you took a shower there was never any hot water. Cold showers are awful in my book."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu

4 out of 5
Cebu Veterans Drive, Nivel Hills, Apas, Cebu City, Cebu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €65 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
€65
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Love the overall service."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan

Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan

5 out of 5
Seascapes Resort Town, Mactan Island, Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is €201 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
€201
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Well maintained"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Marigondon, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is €226 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
€226
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"This was the best resort I have ever been to. The website does not do it justice. It is beautiful!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu

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Central

If you're spending some time in Central, Santo Nino Church and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.

Central
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Santa Cruz

5/5(2 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mango Square and Colon Street.

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Tejero

While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.

Tejero
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Sambag I

When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sambag I
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Zapatera

While Zapatera may 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 Cebu Business Park.

Zapatera
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Cogon Ramos

While Cogon Ramos isn't home to many top sights, Mango Square and Cebu Business Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cogon Ramos

Downtown Cebu

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