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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Our pick of the best San Nicolas Hotel Deals
Belmont Hotel Mactan
The indoor pool on the 3rd floor was not in service when I arrived. The rooms are very small with no good place to put a suitcase. Cable telivision was also not in service when i went. The thermostat did not work correctly and neither did anyone elses that stayed in other rooms. Gym had secnt dumbell ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Enjoyed the stay. A little far from outside restaurants, but the facility has its own restaurants.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
The staff was good. Clean bathroom, very white towels and amenities excellent.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
amazing!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
bai Hotel Cebu
It’s always been a nice experience every time I stay in this hotel
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Nicolas
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross.
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.
Mambaling
If you're spending some time in Mambaling, SM Seaside City Cebu and Cebu Ocean Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
San Roque
While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.
