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 City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Our pick of the best Sambag I Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sambag I
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.
Sambag II
Though Sambag II may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mango Square and Colon Street.
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.
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral and Santo Nino Church.
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Santo Nino Church and Minor Basilica of the Holy Child are top sights worth seeing.
Capitol Site
When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Cebu Business Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- 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