Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

Cebu City

A statue of a seated figure with blue and white patterns, set against a clear blue sky and a building with a red roof.
A statue of a man in traditional attire, standing on a pedestal, with palm trees and a building with large windows in the background.
A stone staircase with metal railings leading up a rocky path.
A historic stone building with arches, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A historic stone building with arched doorways and a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Stay near popular Downtown Cebu attractions

A vibrant market with colorful fabrics and clothing displayed on racks.

Colon Street

7.8/10 (139 reviews)
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.
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Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

Cebu: Whale Shark & Kawasan Canyoneering + Breakfast

Rp1.932.658
per adult
Cebu: Whale Shark & Kawasan Canyoneering + Breakfast
Scuba Diving Adventure Moalboal Sardine Run and Pescador Island

Scuba Diving Adventure Moalboal Sardine Run and Pescador Island

Rp1.316.025
per adult
Scuba Diving Adventure Moalboal Sardine Run and Pescador Island
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering

Rp2.086.710
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Sardines

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Sardines

Rp3.613.230
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Sardines
Picture 2 for Activity Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour

Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour

Rp1.458.813
per adult
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour

Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour

Rp1.751.100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour
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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
The price is Rp628.539 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
Rp628.539
Rp740.105 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (813 reviews)
"Grate place good food and grate services and grate prices"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

One Central Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
The price is Rp2.831.710 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
Rp2.831.710
Rp3.475.924 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,231 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent service, excellent facility."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Seda Ayala Center Cebu City

Seda Ayala Center Cebu City

4 out of 5
Cardinal Rosales Avenue Cebu City
The price is Rp1.181.844 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
Rp1.181.844
Rp1.344.347 total
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (778 reviews)
"This"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Seda Ayala Center Cebu City
Radisson Blu Cebu

Radisson Blu Cebu

5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna Cebu City Cebu
The price is Rp1.493.083 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp1.493.083
Rp1.683.451 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Radisson Blu Cebu
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
The price is Rp2.059.425 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
Rp2.059.425
Rp2.527.944 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (918 reviews)
"It is an amazing hotel. Will stay there again"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Amber Hotel - Cebu

Amber Hotel - Cebu

3.5 out of 5
don julio llorente & don gil garcia st. Cebu City cebu
The price is Rp628.598 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
Rp628.598
Rp771.604 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino are located ...
Amber Hotel - Cebu
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Where to stay in Downtown Cebu

Find the best Downtown Cebu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese pavilion with ornate roofs and a stone-paved courtyard.

Lahug

Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino while you're in town.

A cityscape with a mix of modern high-rise buildings and smaller structures, surrounded by green hills.

Mabolo

If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Cebu Kartzone are top sights worth seeing.

A bookstore with shelves of books and magazines.
Photo by Jeanne Mary Taad
Open Photo by Jeanne Mary Taad

Camputhaw

If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Mango Square and St Patrick’s Square are top sights worth seeing.

A ceiling fresco with religious figures and crosses.

Capitol Site

When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Ayala Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

The Ayala Center Cebu building with a large Starbucks sign.

Luz

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Luz and surrounding area, you can visit Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.

Downtown Cebu Travel Guide