San Nicolas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Nicolas
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 San Nicolas Hotel Deals
Fili Hotel Cebu
"We were very, very happy with everything at the hotel. The food was very good. The staff was good. The room was wonderful. We were very happy with our stay there. I would recommend it to anybody. The price is very good and it’s a good beautiful hotel."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
"Clean and well maintained room, a lot of fun things to do , also Thank you Nina for arranging a suprise wedding anniversary set up for us. Appreciate your effort! We will come back soon! Thanks much!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
"1.FRANDA ILUSTRISIMO(security supervisor),she give us a very rude behavior,refuses to provide a solution when we I asked an IR about the vehicular incident that happened!she didn't to ask if my child is ok inside the car. Instead shes asking me "with a rude voice"for my DR,OR and CR! 2.THERESA(receptionist ..."
Reviewed on 28 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
bai Hotel Cebu
"The staff was every attentive, making sure you had everything you needed. The house cleaning was exceptional and very friendly. I would definitely come back on a future date."
Reviewed on 28 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 San Nicolas
Pasil
While Pasil isn't home to many top sights, Colon Street and Magellan's Cross are some notable places to visit nearby.
Calamba
While there might not be top attractions in Calamba, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mango Square and Taboan Public Market.
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Magellan's Cross and Colon Street are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Magellan's Cross 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.
Mambaling
If you're spending some time in Mambaling, SM Seaside City Cebu and Cebu Ocean Park are top sights worth seeing.
