Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Cebu City showing a monument

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Marvel at the sacred image of the Santo Niño and see the 16th-century cross in this beautiful Catholic church in the Philippines.

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
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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

Activities

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Cebu Simala and city historical tour

NZ$211
Per adult
Cebu Simala and city historical tour
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Cebu City famous historical tour

NZ$224
Per adult
Cebu City famous historical tour
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Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City

NZ$167
Per adult
Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City
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Cebu City Tour Shared-Joiners

NZ$79
Per adult
Cebu City Tour Shared-Joiners
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Mactan Island and Cebu in One Day with Lunch

NZ$154
Per adult
Mactan Island and Cebu in One Day with Lunch
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Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon

NZ$195
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
The price is NZ$64 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$64
per night
28 May - 29 May
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! (537 reviews)
"Glad to have found this hotel and stay was memorable"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

One Central Hotel
Quest Hotel & Conference Center
Quest Hotel & Conference Center
3 out of 5
Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu, Cebu
The price is NZ$82 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$82
per night
27 May - 28 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Quest Hotel & Conference Center
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is NZ$568 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$568
per night
20 May - 21 May
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Excellence!
"It was a perfect vacation for me and my sisters..the place is so relaxing, breathtaking views and in tuned with nature. Food is great. Service is excellent. We were pampered. Kudos to Team Eloisa of Acqua, Team Lisa of the main lobby lounge and Housekeeping Sir Juvy!"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
Marigondon, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is NZ$326 per night from 16 May to 17 May
NZ$326
per night
16 May - 17 May
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions SM City Cebu and Magellan's Cross are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Orbitz Customer Service has been very helpful all the time. I encountered problems during my stay but Orbitz never failed me. They are very accomodating and is always willing to resolve the issue"

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Radisson Blu Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu
5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna, Cebu, Cebu
The price is NZ$174 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$174
per night
28 May - 29 May
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Radisson Blu Cebu
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$299 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$299
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (413 reviews)
"Beautiful place"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
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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
Cebu which includes a luxury hotel or resort, a beach and tropical scenes

Capitol Site

4/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting Capitol Site, you might make a stop by sights like Osmeña Fountain Circle and Jose Rizal Memorial Library.

Capitol Site
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North Reclamation Area

4/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting North Reclamation Area, you might make a stop by sights like SM City Cebu and Pier 4 Cebu Port.

North Reclamation Area
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Mambaling

If you're spending some time in Mambaling, SM Seaside City Cebu and Cebu Ocean Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mambaling
Carmelite Monastery featuring a statue or sculpture

Mabolo

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Mabolo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Ayala Center.

Mabolo
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Basak San Nicolas

While Basak San Nicolas isn't home to many top sights, Cebu Ocean Park and SM Seaside City Cebu are some notable places to visit nearby.

Basak San Nicolas

Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

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