Zapatera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
Our pick of the best Zapatera Hotel Deals
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Clean room, strong AC, helpful staff. Very comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Beautiful hotel and great service.
Reviewed on 12 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
Staff was very courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
bai Hotel Cebu
Very Good
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zapatera
Lorega
Lorega might not have many top sights, but Cebu Business Park and Heritage of Cebu Monument are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Hipodromo
While Hipodromo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cebu Business Park and Ayala Center.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
