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 visit to Santo Nino Church. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling 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 City Tour (Private Tour)
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
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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
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Mango Square.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Cogon Ramos
While Cogon Ramos isn't home to many top sights, SM City Cebu and Mango Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 SM City Cebu and Mango Square.
Carreta
While there might not be top attractions in Carreta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Pier 4 Cebu Port.
- Colon Street
- Magellan's Cross
- Santo Nino Church
- Jose R. Gullas Halad Museum
- SM City Cebu
- Ayala Center
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- Jpark Island Waterpark
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Ayala Malls Central Bloc
- Magellan Monument
- J Centre Mall
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House