Downtown Cebu

Cebu City

Cebu City which includes a statue or sculpture
Cebu City which includes a monument
Fort San Pedro featuring a ruin
Fort San Pedro which includes a garden
Fort San Pedro featuring a ruin

Popular places to visit

Colon Street featuring 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
Magellan\'s Cross showing street scenes

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.

Magellan's Cross
Amaze place

Santo Nino Church

Santo Nino Church is just one of the places to see in Cebu City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches or discover the coral reefs in this relaxing area.

Santo Nino Church
Heritage of Cebu Monument showing heritage architecture, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Heritage of Cebu Monument

Pick out the portrayals of your favorite city sights and historical moments in this mesmerizing mixed-metal public artwork.

Heritage of Cebu Monument
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Basilica of the Holy Child which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and interior views

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

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

Things to do

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

$98
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Snorkeling in the islands of Mactan

Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan

$85
per adult
Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
Cebu: Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Snorkel Tour

Cebu: Whale Shark, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Turtles Tour

$119
per adult
Cebu: Whale Shark, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Turtles Tour
Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour

Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour)

$110
per adult
Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour)
Cebu Highlands Tour

Cebu Highlands Tour (Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden)PICK UP

$130
per adult
Cebu Highlands Tour (Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden)PICK UP
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Downtown Cebu Hotel Deals

One Central Hotel

One Central Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner Sanciangko and Leon Kilat Street Cebu City Cebu
$34 nightly
The price is $39 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$39 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (744 reviews)
Great staff, clean room.

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

One Central Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$243 nightly
The price is $272 total per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
$272 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,054 reviews)
I had a wonderful experience at Shangrila . The staff was friendly and attentive, making me feel welcomed from the moment I arrived. The room was clean, spacious, and well-equipped with all the amenities I needed. Making it easy to explore the area. The breakfast, pool, lobby, and beach area. Overall, ...

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu

4 out of 5
Dapdap Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
$202 total
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (514 reviews)
So quite and rooms are nice pool is amazing

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark

5 out of 5
M L Quezon Highway, Maribago Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$196 nightly
The price is $223 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$223 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Breakfast is awesome

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Radisson Blu Cebu

Radisson Blu Cebu

5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna Cebu City Cebu
$111 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$125 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,067 reviews)
Awesome Staff!!! From front desk to the concierge to room staff and restaurant- great staffs make great experiences! Kudos to folks at the buffet for ensuring that we had everything we needed always!!! Looking forward to our next stay!

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Radisson Blu Cebu
Belmont Hotel Mactan

Belmont Hotel Mactan

4.5 out of 5
Newtown Blvd Lapu-Lapu Central Visayas
$120 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Jan 2 to Jan 3
$122 total
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Magellan Monument and Mactan Shrine are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (316 reviews)
Overnight stay for the airport

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Belmont Hotel Mactan
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Cebu

Cebu City which includes a statue or sculpture

Central

While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross.

Central
Fort San Pedro featuring a ruin

San Roque

While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.

San Roque
Cebu Lechon is "the best pig ever!" According to Anthony Bourdain. Only in the Philippines. :)

Santa Cruz

3.5/5(31 area reviews)

Though Santa Cruz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mango Square and Colon Street.

Santa Cruz
Cebu Provincial Museum which includes interior views

Tejero

If you're spending some time in Tejero, Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Tejero
One of the best place in #Cebu.

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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Zapatera and surrounding area, you can visit Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.

Zapatera
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