Banilad Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Carson Tilley
Photo by Carson Tilley

Popular places to visit

Ayala Center which includes a park

Ayala Center

4/5(31 reviews)

Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound.

Ayala Center
Magellan's Cross

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
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
Philippines Taoist Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Cebu Taoist Temple

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.

Cebu Taoist Temple
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral showing religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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
Sirao Flower Garden

Sirao Flower Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu City. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sirao Flower Garden

Activities

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

AU$117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

AU$160
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu

Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu

AU$199
per adult
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
Cebu City Tour

Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)

AU$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
From Cebu: Whale Shark Tour and Inambakan Falls Private Tour

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

AU$151
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Private Half Day Ultimate Food Tour in Cebu

The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey

AU$101
per adult
The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey
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Our pick of the best Banilad Hotel Deals

Stacia Hotel
Stacia Hotel
3 out of 5
Lot 9, Blk 3, Gov. M. Cuenco Avenue, Cebu City, Cebu
The price is AU$67 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$67
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions SM City Cebu and Waterfront Cebu ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"10/10 the staff is very approachable and friendly."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

Stacia Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$373 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$373
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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 AU$341 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$341
16 July - 17 July
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! (303 reviews)
"Everything was good except when you took a shower there was never any hot water. Cold showers are awful in my book."

Reviewed on 14 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 AU$97 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$97
20 July - 21 July
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! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel is older than anticipated but the staff and cleanliness of the hotel are above and beyond. The hotel has many restaurant options. The only downside is the hotel location inconvenience, especially during rush hour traffic."

Reviewed on 14 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 AU$303 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$303
5 Aug - 6 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! (1,006 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
The price is AU$350 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$350
20 July - 21 July
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 Banilad

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Talamban

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Talamban and surrounding area, you can visit Banilad Town Centre and Gaisano Country Mall.

Talamban
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Kasambagan

While Kasambagan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.

Kasambagan
Philippines Taoist Temple which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Lahug

4/5(26 area reviews)

Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cebu Taoist Temple and Ayala Malls Central Bloc while you're in town.

Lahug
Ayala Center featuring modern architecture

Luz

If you're spending some time in Luz, Ayala Center and IEC Pavillon are top sights worth seeing.

Luz
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Mabolo

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery are top sights worth seeing.

Mabolo
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Camputhaw

If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.

Camputhaw

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