Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cebu City featuring a statue or sculpture
Cebu City showing a monument
Fort San Pedro featuring a ruin
Downtown Cebu
Fort San Pedro which includes building ruins

Popular places to visit

Magellan's Cross

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.

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

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

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

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Santo Nino Church

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.

Santo Nino Church
Heritage of Cebu Monument showing a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Heritage of Cebu Monument

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

Heritage of Cebu Monument
Basilica of the Holy Child showing religious aspects, heritage architecture and interior views

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.

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

Activities

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

AU$118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Sea Turtles

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

AU$175
per adult
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Taoist Temple

Cebu City Tour

AU$58
per adult
Cebu City Tour
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

AU$175
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
From Cebu: Whale Shark Tour and Inambakan Falls Private Tour

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

AU$147
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu: Quick Hiking Trip Outside of the Concrete Jungle

Cebu: Adventure Hiking Trip in the City

AU$52
per adult
Cebu: Adventure Hiking Trip in the City
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Our pick of the best Downtown Cebu Hotel Deals

One Central Hotel

One Central Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner Sanciangko and Leon Kilat Street, Cebu City, Cebu
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (723 reviews)
"Excellent air conditioning and top notch staff."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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JPark Island Resort & Waterpark

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark

5 out of 5
M L Quezon Highway, Maribago, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$265 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$265
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect for family bonding."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Belmont Hotel Mactan

Belmont Hotel Mactan

4.5 out of 5
Newtown Blvd, Lapu-Lapu, Central Visayas
The price is AU$120 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$120
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Magellan Monument and Mactan Shrine ...
9/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful , location is great close to the airport , the outdoor pool and the beach makes more relaxing experience in our holiday."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Belmont Hotel Mactan
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$353 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$353
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (1,044 reviews)
"Beautiful tropical property and resort. Expansive and very well maintained. Numerous pools and other activities. Overall peaceful and quiet ambience."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu

Radisson Blu Cebu

5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna, Cebu City, Cebu
The price is AU$83 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
AU$83
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,049 reviews)
"Our stay was amazing ! Staff is incredible ! Was there during the earthquake and the GM went above and beyond"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu 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$344 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$344
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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! (351 reviews)
"Everything well organize and good atmosphere"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu

Cebu City featuring a statue or sculpture

Central

If you're spending some time in Central, Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.

Central
Fort San Pedro featuring a ruin

San Roque

While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.

San Roque
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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 Mango Square and Colon Street.

Santa Cruz
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Tejero

While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.

Tejero
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Sambag I

When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sambag I
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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 Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.

Zapatera

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