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.
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: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
Top hotels in Central
Belmont Hotel Mactan
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Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
PROs: ALL their staff are very welcoming , accommodating, conversant, great sense of picking up what is needed or how to make your stay very worthwhile , watchful for your safety( lifeguards everywhere ); had a sea view with balcony overlooking the main pool and part of the sea and lobby lounge with ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Perfect for family bonding.
Reviewed on 11 Aug 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 31 Oct 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Staff is incredibly friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross.
San Roque
While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.
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.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Lorega
Lorega might not have many top sights, but Cebu Business Park and Heritage of Cebu Monument are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Central
- Colon Street
- Magellan's Cross
- Santo Nino Church
- Jose R. Gullas Halad Museum
- Ayala Center
- SM City Cebu
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- Jpark Island Waterpark
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Ayala Malls Central Bloc
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Magellan Monument
- J Centre Mall
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall
- Mactan Export Processing Zone
