Mactan Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mactan Island
Where to stay in Mactan Island
Maribago
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Maribago and surrounding area, you can visit Jpark Island Waterpark and Magellan Monument.
Punta Engaño
Though Punta Engaño may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Magellan Monument and Mactan Shrine.
Basak
While visiting Basak, you might make a stop by sights like Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Mactan Town Center.
Agus
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Agus and surrounding area, you can visit Jpark Island Waterpark and Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan.
Suba Basbas
Suba Basbas might not have many top sights, but Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marigondon
While Marigondon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark.
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
"Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 25 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
Waterfront Airport Hotel & Casino
"Air conditioning is a big issues on this property. No improvements at all"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
CLOCKWORKORANGE Luxury Suites
"It was a "unique" accommodation close to the airport but quiet."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Tambuli Seaside Resort and Spa
"Took me some time to get towel. Under the heat, I was 🤔 told to get the towel from the life guard but didn't specify where. We went to go swimming at the beach but lifeguard nowhere to be found. Frustrating 😞"
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
2 Bedroom Mactan Newtown Beach Condo
"Room was so much in disarray and unidentified stains all over the sofa, I had to call and request a room change. They did however change me into a studio from a two bedroom. I am supposed to be getting 2/3 of my pay back, but that has yet to be seen. Every month and weekend there seems to be a festival ..."
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Jpark Island Waterpark
Bring the children to Jpark Island Waterpark and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Lapu-Lapu.
Cebu Yacht Club
Enjoy the view of the Cebu skyline and watch ships light up the water at night from this sailing club.
Mactan Marina Mall
During your visit to Lapu-Lapu, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mactan Marina Mall. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.
Magellan Monument
Visit this outdoor complex of statues to learn about the battle between two heroes of the Philippines with contrasting backgrounds.
Mactan Export Processing Zone
Mactan Export Processing Zone is just one of the places to see in Lapu-Lapu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mactan Shrine
Explore the great outdoors at Mactan Shrine, a lovely green space in Lapu-Lapu.
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
