Banilad 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.

Cebu Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.
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

Olango Island Day Trip from Cebu Snorkeling & Wildlife Sanctuary

Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour)
Top hotels in Banilad

Fili Hotel Cebu
"Compared side by side to Radisson Blu. We left after two days and checked in the Blu. Need I say more?"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
"Clean and well maintained room, a lot of fun things to do , also Thank you Nina for arranging a suprise wedding anniversary set up for us. Appreciate your effort! We will come back soon! Thanks much!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Radisson Blu Cebu
"Friendly and welcoming staff. Very clean room, and the breakfast buffet was amazing."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa
"Excellent property will come again"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

bai Hotel Cebu
"Great hotel especially at that price point. I found a new favorite place to stay when going to Cebu!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
"The breakfast buffet was very nice. Eggs to order ( the house scrambled eggs were far too runny and undercooked). I found it wierd that when I asked for salt and pepper, both were given to me in small bowls. I am sure the resort can afford salt and pepper shakers. The in house restaurants had great ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Banilad

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 SM City Cebu and Ayala Malls Central Bloc.

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.

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

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

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 SM City Cebu and Cebu Business Park.
