Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Cebu City featuring a statue or sculpture
Cebu City showing a monument
Fort San Pedro featuring a ruin
Downtown Cebu
Fort San Pedro which includes building ruins

Popular places to visit

Magellan's Cross

Magellan's Cross

4/5(28 reviews)

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

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

4/5(7 reviews)

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

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Santo Nino Church

Santo Nino Church

You can find out about the history of Cebu with a visit to Santo Nino Church. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Santo Nino Church
Yap Sandiego Ancestral House

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.

Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
Heritage of Cebu Monument showing a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Heritage of Cebu Monument

4/5(22 reviews)

Pick out the portrayals of your favorite city sights and historical moments in this mesmerizing mixed-metal public artwork.

Heritage of Cebu Monument

Activities

Bohol Country Side Tour

Private Day Trip Cebu to Bohol w/ Chocolate Hills & Loboc Cruise

AU$433
Per adult
Private Day Trip Cebu to Bohol w/ Chocolate Hills & Loboc Cruise
Taoist Temple

3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour

AU$58
Per adult
3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour
Tops Lookout

Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City

AU$156
Per adult
Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City
Cebu City Tour Shared-Joiners

Cebu City Tour Shared-Joiners

AU$74
Per adult
Cebu City Tour Shared-Joiners
Cebu City famous historical tour

Cebu City famous historical tour

AU$210
Per adult
Cebu City famous historical tour
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

AU$182
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon
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Our pick of the best Downtown Cebu Hotel Deals

One Central Hotel
One Central Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Corner Sanciangko and Leon Kilat Street, Cebu, Cebu
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (600 reviews)
"Great job! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

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Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$481 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
AU$481
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Book a stay at this beach 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! (1,002 reviews)
Just a bit dated but generally good
"Hotel is a bit dated but otherwise it was great for a weekend, I would return"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu
5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna, Cebu, Cebu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$174 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The room was spacious, clean, and very quiet—perfect for relaxing after a tiring day. The location is incredibly convenient, with just a short walk to the nearby mall. The food here is also a highlight, with a wide variety of delicious options to choose from. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Radisson Blu Cebu
Quest Hotel & Conference Center
Quest Hotel & Conference Center
3 out of 5
Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu, Cebu
The price is AU$77 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Overall a decent stay. The balcony overlooking the beautiful sky during sunset was incredible and staff were all incredibly helpful and pleasant. Ayala center is right there with mango square nearby, however just not the cleanest city. I’m not much of a party goer and did majority of my shopping ..."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Quest Hotel & Conference Center
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$272 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (525 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay here and the staff are amazing. The room was clean. The bed was comfortable and air conditioning is working properly. You get free 2 bottles of water everyday. Prices for food and drinks are almost American prices but you can always stock-up on drinks. You can buy the drinks outside ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Holiday Inn Cebu City, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Cebu City, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Lot 5 & 6 Block 20 Samar Loop, Cebu Business Park, Mabolo, Cebu, Central Visayas
The price is AU$106 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (477 reviews)
"Super clean hotel with lots of amenities. The restaurant is great although a little pricey, but some great options. Its very close to the mall too and just a short walk away. Check in at 3 pm is a little late - also had to wait till 3:45 pm for the room to be ready."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Holiday Inn Cebu City, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu

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Santa Cruz

3/5(9 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Osmeña Fountain Circle and Mango Square.

Santa Cruz
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Tejero

While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.

Tejero
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Sambag I

When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Osmeña Fountain Circle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sambag I
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Lorega

Lorega might not have many top sights, but Cebu Business Park and Yap Sandiego Ancestral House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lorega
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Cogon Ramos

While Cogon Ramos isn't home to many top sights, Mango Square and Osmeña Fountain Circle are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cogon Ramos
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Sambag II

Though Sambag II may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Osmeña Fountain Circle and Mango Square.

Sambag II

Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

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