Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

Cebu City

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

Popular places to visit

Magellan's Cross

Magellan's Cross

4/5(15 reviews)

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 featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

You can find out about the history of Cebu City with a visit to Santo Nino Church. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Santo Nino Church
Heritage of Cebu Monument which includes heritage architecture, a statue or sculpture and religious elements

Heritage of Cebu Monument

4/5(9 reviews)

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 featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Things to do

Private Half Day Ultimate Food Tour in Cebu

The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey

Rp1.069.912
per adult
The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey
Mactan Sunset Cruise Ultimate Yacht Experience

Mactan Sunset Cruise Ultimate Yacht Experience

Rp2.304.425
per adult
Mactan Sunset Cruise Ultimate Yacht Experience
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

Rp1.951.800
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon
Taoist Temple

3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour

Rp618.070
per adult
3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour
Cebu City and Mactan Island Private Full-Day Tour

Cebu: Cebu City and Mactan Island Tour

Rp1.089.755
per adult
Cebu: Cebu City and Mactan Island Tour
Magellans Cross. The introduction of religion in the Philippines.

Cebu Day Tour with Pick-up, Drop-off and Lunch (private)

Rp2.098.185
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cebu Day Tour with Pick-up, Drop-off and Lunch (private)
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Top hotels in Downtown Cebu

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (690 reviews)
Nice place in not so nice part of Cebu.
"This is a nice place in a not so good section of Cebu. The staff are attentive , and polite. The included breakfast is excellent and the menu changes daily. One drawback is that we never got warm water and it was difficult to take a cold shower. They claimed the hot water heater needed repair."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

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Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is Rp2.839.675 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp2.839.675
Rp3.485.701 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing place"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, 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 Rp2.925.726 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp2.925.726
Rp3.628.631 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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 their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (295 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Great service"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
Marigondon, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is Rp3.494.341 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp3.494.341
Rp4.263.096 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The Perfect Escape to Relax, Recharge & Get Things
"I had an amazing stay at Plantation Bay Resort & Spa — truly a one-of-a-kind experience! The resort is stunning, with incredible facilities that make it easy to relax and enjoy every moment. The staff were all so friendly and professional, always going the extra mile to help. I stayed in the Dune ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
4 out of 5
Cebu Veterans Drive, Nivel Hills, Apas, Cebu City, Cebu
The price is Rp1.010.649 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp1.010.649
Rp1.131.926 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"5 star for Staff service. Hotel need an update/upkeep."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
5 out of 5
Seascapes Resort Town, Mactan Island, Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is Rp2.560.010 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
Rp2.560.010
Rp3.142.412 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice well kept resort Very kind and responsive Staff"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
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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, Santo Nino Church and Minor Basilica of the Holy Child are top sights worth seeing.

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Santa Cruz

5/5(2 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Mango Square.

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Tejero

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

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Sambag I

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

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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 SM City Cebu and Mango Square.

Zapatera
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Cogon Ramos

While Cogon Ramos isn't home to many top sights, SM City Cebu and Mango Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cogon Ramos

Downtown Cebu Travel Guide