Downtown Cebu

Cebu City

Cebu City featuring a statue or sculpture
Cebu City featuring a monument
Fort San Pedro featuring a ruin
Downtown Cebu
Fort San Pedro showing a ruin

Popular places to visit

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
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
Santo Nino Church

Santo Nino Church

Santo Nino Church is just one of the places to see in Cebu City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches or discover the coral reefs in this relaxing area.

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

Heritage of Cebu Monument

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

Heritage of Cebu Monument
Basilica of the Holy Child featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

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.

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

Things to do

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

P4,404
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Sea Turtles

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

P6,685
per adult
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour

Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour

P11,500
per adult
Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

P1,802
per adult
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
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
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch

From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch

P5,929
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
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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
The price is P2,090 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P2,090
P2,461 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
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! (723 reviews)
"Excellent air conditioning and top notch staff."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

One Central Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is P10,900 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
P10,900
P13,380 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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! (1,039 reviews)
"The view was spectacular. I could see the ocean, the pools, and beautiful grounds from my balcony. We tried several restaurants, all of which were fabulous. Our favorite was Tea of Spring. Thexstaff were very attentive and the food was outstanding. I had a traditional Philippine massage at Chi Spa. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark

5 out of 5
M L Quezon Highway, Maribago, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is P9,821 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P9,821
P11,000 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for family bonding."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Belmont Hotel Mactan

Belmont Hotel Mactan

4.5 out of 5
Newtown Blvd, Lapu-Lapu, Central Visayas
The price is P3,443 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
P3,443
P4,200 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
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! (246 reviews)
"Located in an interesting new development that appears to be modeled after Newport City, Pasay, which has its own Belmont. The room was adequate. I enjoyed my stay."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 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 P6,500 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P6,500
P7,329 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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! (1,048 reviews)
Best in Cebu
"Why stay anywhere else? BTW, if you stay there you MUST stay on the 20th floor. They had actual blue cheese you cut with a knife and add to your salad. Tons of stuff. There’s a big mall RIGHT across the street, it’s big but it’s also modern and chic. Eat at Max there. Order pork sweet and sour rice ..."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Radisson Blu 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 P10,500 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P10,500
P13,023 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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! (351 reviews)
"Everything well organize and good atmosphere"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu

Cebu City featuring a statue or sculpture

Central

While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross.

Central
Fort San Pedro featuring a ruin

San Roque

While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.

San Roque
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Santa Cruz

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Santa Cruz
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Tejero

If you're spending some time in Tejero, Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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

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.

Zapatera

Downtown Cebu