Downtown Cebu Travel Guide
Cebu City
Visit Downtown Cebu
Popular places to visit
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.
Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
Admire Chinese architecture and décor and learn about Cebu’s past in the museum housed in the city’s oldest residential home.
Heritage of Cebu Monument
Pick out the portrayals of your favorite city sights and historical moments in this mesmerizing mixed-metal public artwork.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
Things to do
Scuba Diving Adventure Moalboal Sardine Run and Pescador Island
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering
Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour
Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour)
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Top hotels in Downtown Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
"The hotel has wonderful staff. They go out of their way to assist what’s needed. They have lots of activities within the premises. They have lots of lifeguards in the pool and beach area. The only hotel that I have seen who uses a jet ski to rescue a guest that needs help . The hotel is clean but ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Fili Hotel Cebu
"Less restrictions compared to other hotels around"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
"Breakfast / staff / location."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Seda Central Bloc Cebu City
"customer service/ receptionist was amazing & the room was very clean."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa
"Excellent property will come again"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Amber Hotel - Cebu
"If you want a nice place to stay in Cebu, this is the place. It’s in a good central area, it’s clean, it has hot water, modern decor, extremely friendly staff, a great breakfast, nice rooftop bar, and it is a very clean hotel."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Cebu
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.
Mabolo
If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Cebu Kartzone are top sights worth seeing.
Kasambagan
While Kasambagan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
