Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Lala
Photo by Lala
Photo by Francis Redillas
Photo by Francis Redillas

Popular places to visit

Ayala Center which includes a park

Ayala Center

4/5(31 reviews)

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

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
Sirao Flower Garden

Sirao Flower Garden

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

Sirao Flower Garden
Cebu featuring a pool

Mountain View Nature's Park

3.5/5(20 reviews)

Escape the bustle of the city center to enjoy the recreational activities and sweeping views of Cebu Island at this hilltop park.

Mountain View Nature's Park

Activities

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

AU$95
per adult
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

AU$153
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.

Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.

AU$97
per adult
Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.
Cebu Whalesharks & Sumilon Island Journeys

Cebu Whalesharks, Sumilon Island & Tumalog falls

AU$218
per adult
Cebu Whalesharks, Sumilon Island & Tumalog falls
Whaleshark

Full Day Private Tour in Cebu Island

AU$242
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Private Tour in Cebu Island
Cebu Safari Journeys

Cebu Safari Journeys

AU$208
per adult
Cebu Safari Journeys
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Our pick of the best Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

ABC Hotel Cebu
ABC Hotel Cebu
3 out of 5
Corner F .Ramos and Lim Tian Teng St., Barangay Sta.Cruz, Cebu, Cebu
The price is AU$59 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
AU$59
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (615 reviews)
"Great location . Everything you need is in one building."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

ABC Hotel Cebu
Luxury Loft in Cebu City
Luxury Loft in Cebu City
3 out of 5
Ultima Residences, Crown Regency Hotels, Tower 3, Osmena Boulevard, Cebu, Cebu
The price is AU$87 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$87
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Ayala Center and SM City Cebu are located ...
7/10 Good! (86 reviews)
"Convenient location close to the night markets and restaurants. There is a market inside the building to buy basic supplies. Room had plenty of space for a family of 4. Jolibee and McDonalds is next door. Salon and spa and karaoke are on site. Good price for the room size and convenience. Could have ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2024

Luxury Loft in Cebu City
Crown Regency Hotel and Towers
Crown Regency Hotel and Towers
4 out of 5
Tower 1, Fuente Towers, Brgy Santa Cruz, President Osmena Boulevard, Cebu, Cebu
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.2/10 (966 reviews)
"Hot water not available and water leaking outside shower make area outside shower wet. Beakfast not good for price. Just sausages and rice plus coffe."

Reviewed on 22 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$424 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
AU$424
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
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! (981 reviews)
"So many activities to do."

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu
5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna, Cebu, Cebu
Fully refundable
The price is AU$185 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$185
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (1,001 reviews)
2 night holiday stay
"Nice 2 day stay over NYE. Enjoyed the great food, drinks and service at the Club Level Lounge. Thank-you for the birthday cake left in my room. That was a nice touch as was the 2025 sweet plate with chocolates. Pool was clean and not over crowded. Overall a nice respite from the hectic city atmosphere ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Radisson Blu Cebu
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$284 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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! (546 reviews)
"The best resort in Mactan and I tried them each."

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2025

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

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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.

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 Mango Square and Colon Street.

Sambag II
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Sambag I

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

Sambag I
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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.

Zapatera
Cebu which includes a luxury hotel or resort, a beach and tropical scenes

Capitol Site

4/5(7 area reviews)

When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Cebu Business Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Capitol Site
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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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