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
Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour
Scuba Diving Adventure Moalboal Sardine Run and Pescador Island
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering
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 Downtown Cebu
One Central Hotel
"The breakfast was good. Air conditioning didn’t work great - someone came and fixed it, but still wasn’t cold! Staff were friendly. The day we left I woke up with tons of bites on my arms, legs and stomach. I honestly think I got bed bugs here."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Fili Hotel Cebu
"The staff are very friendly."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
"Beautiful place"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa
"All Staff were exceptional 5× The property is however can be 3-4☆ at best but is TRY-ing hard. Ground and rooms are vrry clean 5☆. The 50meter wide Beach 1☆ access needs daily maintenance. Food mediocre 3☆. Some fees are not necessary (lost towel fee 25$- really?) Complimentary game room not really ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
"Good"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
bai Hotel Cebu
"Property & staff are excellent. Pool, pool bar, gym, lobby, & restaurants are all well maintained. Rooms are very comfortable & spacious. Buffet for breakfast & dinner have many options for your tastebuds. I would stay here again if returning to Cebu city."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Magellan's Cross and Colon Street are top sights worth seeing.
San Roque
While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
