Banilad Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Carson Tilley
Photo by Carson Tilley

Popular places to visit

Ayala Center which includes a park

Ayala Center

Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound.

Ayala Center
Magellan's Cross

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.

Magellan's Cross
Colon Street which includes fashion

Colon Street

Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.

Colon Street
Philippines Taoist Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Cebu Taoist Temple

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

Cebu Taoist Temple
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral showing religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Sirao Flower Garden

Sirao Flower Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu City. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sirao Flower Garden

Activities

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

AU$117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

AU$157
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
From Cebu: Whale Shark Tour and Inambakan Falls Private Tour

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

AU$149
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu City Tour

Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)

AU$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu

Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu

AU$198
per adult
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch

From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch

AU$175
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
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Our pick of the best Banilad Hotel Deals

Stacia Hotel

Stacia Hotel

3 out of 5
Lot 9, Blk 3, Gov. M. Cuenco Avenue, Cebu City, Cebu
The price is AU$71 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$71
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Waterfront Cebu City Casino and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"10/10 the staff is very approachable and friendly."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

Stacia Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$225 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$225
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great amenities and outstanding breakfast buffet. Outstanding hotel, highly recomended."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort

4 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Central Visayas
The price is AU$357 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$357
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (321 reviews)
"Staff & service were excellent. The Dip restaurant for dinner was first class. However, there were queues at breakfast & it was very crowded around the pool area. The buildings are tired & leaky, and the surrounding area is very unattractive."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Belmont Hotel Mactan

Belmont Hotel Mactan

4.5 out of 5
Newtown Blvd, Lapu-Lapu, Central Visayas
The price is AU$118 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$118
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Magellan Monument and Mactan Shrine ...
9/10 Wonderful! (201 reviews)
"Good and relaxing"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Belmont Hotel Mactan
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Marigondon, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$397 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$397
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The ambiance, rooms and pools are great surrounded by nature"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$203 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$203
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (694 reviews)
"The pool was really nice!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Banilad

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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.

Kasambagan
Philippines Taoist Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Lahug

4/5(26 area reviews)

Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cebu Taoist Temple and Ayala Malls Central Bloc while you're in town.

Lahug
Ayala Center which includes modern architecture

Luz

If you're spending some time in Luz, Ayala Center and IEC Pavillon are top sights worth seeing.

Luz
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Mabolo

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Mabolo
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Camputhaw

If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.

Camputhaw
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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.

Hipodromo

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