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.
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.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
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.
SM Seaside City Cebu
During your visit to Cebu City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at SM Seaside City Cebu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Cebu Highlands Tour (Tops,Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden)
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Top hotels in Central
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Great service and amazing team. Great place to be in.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
Room was good size and the staff was great. The breakfast buffet was ok. It's located right next to the SM mall so very convenient. I would definitely stay at this hotel again. I highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Fili Hotel Cebu
Spacious and comfortable room, very clean. Staff so welcoming and kind. Buffet breakfast was great, some items rotate every other day so it’s not exactly the same. Pools were beautiful, we came during the windy season so we swam in the 4th floor infinity pool. Casino was fun and hotel is located ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Great staff, spacious rooms, and plenty of activities on the resort.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Breakfast good selection of food. Staff friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Fantastic location, with attentive staff, comfortable facilities and activities. Daily breakfast was delicious!
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Magellan's Cross and Colon Street.
San Roque
While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port 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
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Santa Cruz
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.
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.
