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.
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.
Colon Street
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.
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 Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
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.
Activities
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
Our pick of the best Hipodromo Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Cebu City by IHG
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Radisson Blu Cebu
Other neighbourhoods around Hipodromo
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.
Luz
If you're spending some time in Luz, Ayala Center and IEC Pavillon are top sights worth seeing.
Mabolo
If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery 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.
Carreta
While there might not be top attractions in Carreta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Cebu Business Park.
Cogon Ramos
While Cogon Ramos isn't home to many top sights, Mango Square and Cebu Business Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Magellan's Cross
- Colon Street
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Tops Lookout
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- J Centre Mall
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall
- Green Lagoon Park