Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Cruz
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.
SM Seaside City Cebu
During your visit to Cebu City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at SM Seaside City Cebu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.
Waterfront Cebu City Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Waterfront Cebu City Casino during your travels in Cebu City? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Colon Street
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.
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.
Mountain View Nature's Park
Escape the bustle of the city center to enjoy the recreational activities and sweeping views of Cebu Island at this hilltop park.
Activities
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Cebu: Oslob Whaleshark Experience with Priority Line
Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Our pick of the best Santa Cruz Hotel Deals
Fili Hotel Cebu
Sehr sauber und hübsche Zimmer. Alle sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Toller Pool und umfangreiches Frühstück! Wirklich super für den Preis. Kritik: leider gibt es in den umkleiden keine Föhn und man bekommt auch keinen, was etwas unpraktisch ist, wenn man erst abends seinen langen Flug hat
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Cebu White Sands Resort and Spa
I have stayed here a few times and it is usually a great place for the cost. Due to a huge Summit on the island, a lot of places were fully booked. The only room available was a large room and it was clean and had a balcony with a view of the sea. The breakfast buffet had enough choices. At night ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Excellent
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
I have been loyal customer because of your customer service & amenities
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Seda Central Bloc Cebu City
The place was in perfect location next to the mall, all provided and staff was amazing 😍
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa
Staff was wonderful hotel was nice and relaxing restaurants where just okay.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
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.
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.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
