Carreta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Waterfront Cebu City Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Waterfront Cebu City Casino during your travels in Cebu City? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Colon Street
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.
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 Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.
Activities
Cebu: Bohol Chocolate Hills Day Tour from Cebu City
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Beginner Scuba Diving Adventure Moalboal and Pescador Island
Our pick of the best Carreta Hotel Deals
Fili Hotel Cebu
"Beautiful place , big bedroom, clean and spacious and elegant bathroom, great breakfast, very friendly staff."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
"The buffet breakfast was very good with lots of options. The room was clean. We mostly turned the AC off because the room was cool without it. The pools were great but the sea was even better. Nice beaches and lots of fish. Really enjoyed the snorkelling. Cocktails and food were reasonable for a ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa
"All Staff were exceptional 5× The property is however can be 3-4☆ at best but is TRY-ing hard. Ground and rooms are vrry clean 5☆. The 50meter wide Beach 1☆ access needs daily maintenance. Food mediocre 3☆. Some fees are not necessary (lost towel fee 25$- really?) Complimentary game room not really ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
"Staff was wonderful and the food was good. However there is no pool and has not had a pool for a year. They do not tell you this until you arrive. It has another year of renovations army time of staying."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
bai Hotel Cebu
"Clean room and very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Seda Central Bloc Cebu City
"Our stay at Sedu was incredible. The property was well maintained and the staff were so nice."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carreta
Mabolo
If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Cebu Kartzone are top sights worth seeing.
Hipodromo
While Hipodromo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cebu Business Park and Ayala Center.
Tinago
When in Tinago, you can plan a visit to Yap Sandiego Ancestral House and Cebu Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Luz
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Luz and surrounding area, you can visit Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.
Pari-an
While visiting Pari-an, you might make a stop by sights like Yap Sandiego Ancestral House and Colon Street.
San Roque
While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.
