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 Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.
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 City. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Nice
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
The property is amazing and the food was the best we had in the Philippines
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Perfect for family bonding.
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Our room's view was spectacular. The room was immaculate, great service from the entire staff. We will be returning again.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Clean room friendly staff
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
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.
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.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Cruz
- Robinsons Plaza
- SM City Cebu
- Ayala Center
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Magellan's Cross
- Colon Street
- 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
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Cebu Doctor's University Hospital
- Tops Lookout
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- J Centre Mall
- Temple of Leah
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan
- Gaisano Country Mall
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall
