Downtown Cebu

Cebu City

Cebu City showing a statue or sculpture
Cebu City which includes a monument
Fort San Pedro showing a ruin
Downtown Cebu
Fort San Pedro which includes building ruins

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 showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

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

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 featuring a statue or sculpture, religious aspects and heritage architecture

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 showing 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

Private Half Day Ultimate Food Tour in Cebu

The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey

RM278
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

RM508
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon
Mactan Sunset Cruise Ultimate Yacht Experience

Mactan Sunset Cruise Ultimate Yacht Experience

RM600
per adult
Mactan Sunset Cruise Ultimate Yacht Experience
Magellans Cross. The introduction of religion in the Philippines.

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

RM546
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cebu Day Tour with Pick-up, Drop-off and Lunch (private)
Tops Lookout

Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City

RM436
per adult
Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City
Cebu City and Mactan Island Private Full-Day Tour

Cebu: Cebu City and Mactan Island Tour

RM284
per adult
Cebu: Cebu City and Mactan Island Tour
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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! (693 reviews)
"The buffet breakfast was great but some of the staff seem unsure when ask about the food and lack customer service. The garage was unsafe, the incline was too high."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

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Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is RM863 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
RM863
RM1,060 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent staff!"

Reviewed on 12 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 RM766 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
RM766
RM950 total
16 Jul - 17 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! (302 reviews)
"Fantastic experience. The staff were courteous and respectful. The room service and cleaning services were perfect. I recommend going snorkeling at their beach; you can see entire schools of fish while swimming. The included breakfast was great, and the dinners they have at the dining hall are decent ..."

Reviewed on 10 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
The price is RM287 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
RM287
RM322 total
20 Jul - 21 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 RM817 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
RM817
RM1,003 total
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Awesome friendly staff! Super clean room within footsteps of the pool area and beach, loved it. Great options for dining and drinks. Highly recommend this hotel for a stay!"

Reviewed on 9 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
Fully refundable
The price is RM918 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM918
RM1,119 total
24 Jul - 25 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! (1,005 reviews)
"I was very impressed with the lush tropical vegetation, the beautiful salt water lagoon that anchors the property. Love the attentive staff. There were a couple things not working properly in my room one of which was the AC unit but they took care to fix it right away."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu

Cebu City featuring a statue or sculpture

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.

Santa Cruz
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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