Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Cebu City showing a monument

Popular places to visit

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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
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Magellan's Cross

4/5(28 reviews)

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
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Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

4/5(7 reviews)

Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
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Yap Sandiego Ancestral House

Admire Chinese architecture and décor and learn about Cebu’s past in the museum housed in the city’s oldest residential home.

Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
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Heritage of Cebu Monument

4/5(22 reviews)

Pick out the portrayals of your favorite city sights and historical moments in this mesmerizing mixed-metal public artwork.

Heritage of Cebu Monument
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Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Activities

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Cebu Simala and city historical tour

AU$196
Per adult
Cebu Simala and city historical tour
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Cebu City famous historical tour

AU$209
Per adult
Cebu City famous historical tour
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Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City

AU$156
Per adult
Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City
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Cebu City Tour Shared-Joiners

AU$74
Per adult
Cebu City Tour Shared-Joiners
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Mactan Island and Cebu in One Day with Lunch

AU$144
Per adult
Mactan Island and Cebu in One Day with Lunch
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Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

AU$181
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon
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Our pick of the best Downtown Cebu Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu
5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna, Cebu, Cebu
The price is AU$179 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
AU$179
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"We had excellent service!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Radisson Blu Cebu
One Central Hotel
One Central Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Corner Sanciangko and Leon Kilat Street, Cebu, Cebu
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (542 reviews)
"My mom and I enjoyed our stay. Excellent staff they are very helpful and approachable. The breakfast is very appealing every morning my mom is looking forward with dish of the day and the fruits were awesomely fresh, love the fruit salad. Will definetly recommend if u like free stress stay in ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

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Quest Hotel & Conference Center
Quest Hotel & Conference Center
3 out of 5
Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu, Cebu
The price is AU$323 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$323
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Overall it was good"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Quest Hotel & Conference Center
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$466 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$466
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"A great resort, beautiful pools and beaches. Plenty of activities."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
Marigondon, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$313 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$313
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions SM City Cebu and Magellan's Cross are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"A lot of things to do within the resort. Resort is clean and quiet. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Will definitely come back!"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$271 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$271
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (415 reviews)
"Great view and new."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu

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Santa Cruz

3/5(9 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Osmeña Fountain Circle.

Santa Cruz
Cebu which includes a luxury hotel or resort, a beach and tropical scenes

Capitol Site

4/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting Capitol Site, you might make a stop by sights like Osmeña Fountain Circle and Jose Rizal Memorial Library.

Capitol Site
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North Reclamation Area

4/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting North Reclamation Area, you might make a stop by sights like SM City Cebu and Pier 4 Cebu Port.

North Reclamation Area
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Mambaling

If you're spending some time in Mambaling, SM Seaside City Cebu and Cebu Ocean Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mambaling
Carmelite Monastery featuring a statue or sculpture

Mabolo

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Mabolo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Ayala Center.

Mabolo
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Basak San Nicolas

While Basak San Nicolas isn't home to many top sights, Cebu Ocean Park and SM Seaside City Cebu are some notable places to visit nearby.

Basak San Nicolas

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