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.

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.

Colon Street
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.

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

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

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.
Activities

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)

Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
Our pick of the best Sambag I Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Radisson Blu Cebu
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sambag I

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.

Sambag II
Though Sambag II may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mango Square and Colon Street.

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.

Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral and Santo Nino Church.

Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Santo Nino Church and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.

Capitol Site
When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Cebu Business Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Magellan's Cross
- Colon Street
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- J Centre Mall
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall
- Green Lagoon Park
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House