Sambag I Travel Guide
Cebu City

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.

SM Seaside City Cebu
During your visit to Cebu City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at SM Seaside City Cebu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.

Waterfront Cebu City Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Waterfront Cebu City Casino during your travels in Cebu City? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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.

Mango Square
During your trip to Cebu City, you can do some window-shopping at Mango Square. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Tour with Ziplining & Lunch

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour

Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour

Cebu: Island Hopping 3 Islands + San Vicente Fish + Lunch
Top hotels in Sambag I

Fili Hotel Cebu
Excellent. However no Netflix and slippers provided only small size.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Radisson Blu Cebu
This place was wonderful! Pool was under renovation, my room was upgraded to a suite free of charge without asking. Staff were extremely attentive and friendly. Food was great. Location was perfect. Nice city & harbour view at night. 10/10
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Cebu White Sands Resort and Spa
An oasis of calm and wonderful staff. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay there with a wonderful a breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
We had a wonderful, welcoming stay here. It is an older hotel that is dated, but nevertheless, has a friendly staff and an excellent food selection for breakfast and drinks. We stayed at the concierge level where we had happy hour included from 5-7pm everyday and connecting rooms. The resort has ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Room needs updating. Carpet was wrinkling, seat cushions worn out, needs painted, pools are nice, but broken fountains and worn out padding. Food was mediocre and overall facilities need serious maintenance
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Fantastic place and the people at the hotel are great from the front desk, to the housekeeping staff to everyone in the restaurant. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sambag I

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.

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.

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.

Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Magellan's Cross and Colon Street are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Magellan's Cross and Colon Street.

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 Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.
