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: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Top hotels in Central
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025
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 Mango Square and Colon Street.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, 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 Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.
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.
- 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
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- Ayala Center
- 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
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Cebu Doctor's University Hospital
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- J Centre Mall
- Temple of Leah
- Gaisano Country Mall
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall
- Green Lagoon Park