Title: Visit Central: 2026 Central, Cebu City Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Central](https://expedia.com/Central-Cebu-City-Hotels.0-n910252487238262784-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Central](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Central.d910252487238262784.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central Vacations](https://expedia.com/Central.d910252487238262784.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Central ## Cebu City ![Metro Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/910252487238262784/3ac8f2e7-3e40-4a11-bad4-d6072de1c2e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Standing under a Spanish-styled pavilion in Cebu City, Philippines is a large wooden cross that claims to be the one planted by famed explorer Ferdinand Magellan, yet some believe it is nothing but a replica. No one has yet verified which tale is true, but the cross and its ornate chapel remain a popular pilgrimage site for locals and tourists alike. #cebu #travel #magellanscross #history #spanish #catholicism #church #wanderlust #travelgram #whenincebu #stopover #magellan #igcebu #travelasia #philippines #globetrotter #passionpassport #instatravel #pitsenyor #asia #travelgr8 #airasiacebu #cooltravelpix #itsmorefuninthephilippines #travelph #worldtravelbook #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/560c48c3-318f-491d-ba21-63d6bc65a573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colon Street, the oldest servicing street in the Philippines.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/ffef41cb-0a21-4737-9fbd-cb8e5b23a320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Magellan\'s Cross featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150188/bc65bf3a-3d3c-4d73-a2a6-c5105feaa4cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Magellan\'s Cross showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150188/c46450cc-a650-4930-936f-f3165cdc731e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cebu City Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Cebu-City.dx800) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Magellan\'s Cross showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150188/c46450cc-a650-4930-936f-f3165cdc731e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magellan's Cross 4/5(284 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. [](https://expedia.com/Magellans-Cross-Downtown-Cebu.d6150188.Vacation-Attraction) ![Magellan Cross Pavilion on Plaza Sugbo in cebu city, philippines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563234805/a429e51e-4a10-45af-8fd1-fb1fb2846fac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santo Nino Church 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Santo-Nino-Church-Downtown-Cebu.d553248621563234805.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115094/457efc9b-ceec-479d-b81e-7a37e1759ca5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral 4.5/5(57 reviews) Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu. [](https://expedia.com/Cebu-Metropolitan-Cathedral-Downtown-Cebu.d6115094.Vacation-Attraction) ![Basilica of the Holy Child which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115090/3db852fa-002f-4ff6-8f7a-2cb1783ef9ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Minor Basilica of the Holy Child 4.5/5(41 reviews) Marvel at the sacred image of the Santo Niño and see the 16th-century cross in this beautiful Catholic church in the Philippines. [](https://expedia.com/Minor-Basilica-Of-The-Holy-Child-Downtown-Cebu.d6115090.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ayala Center which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115088/05c559a3-bf09-481d-9f20-24c8f8a193b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ayala Center 4.5/5(484 reviews) Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound. [](https://expedia.com/Ayala-Center-Luz.d6115088.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cebu City, Philippines - SM Seaside, and the under construction SM Arena and Convention Center at night, as seen from the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634504809108/52643bcd-aa6b-469c-aabf-5bb51ad8ebcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SM Seaside City Cebu 4.5/5(226 reviews) During your visit to Cebu City, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at SM Seaside City Cebu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.com/SM-Seaside-City-Cebu-Cebu-City.d553248634504809108.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588331/bc1eff08-45bd-445e-974e-3d35f70b2ff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour $77 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cebu-group-tour-best-cebu-city-tour.a47588331.activity-details) ![Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4580477/0fd629aa-efde-41e1-9c51-4151d012b00c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling $102 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cebu-oslob-whale-sharks.a4580477.activity-details) ![Cebu Highlands Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46113421/9a29120a-0a79-49f7-8a87-a0e89280a649.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Highlands Tour (Tops,Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden) $49 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cebu-highlands-tour-tops.a46113421.activity-details) ![National Museum of the Philippines - Cebu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50907771/b7d65f24-8e54-4c65-a266-803d3ba4980e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Walking Tour — History, Culture & Local Food Experience $24 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cebu-walking-tour-history.a50907771.activity-details) ![Cebu City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48420091/3c2b7226-e616-4f8d-9146-ce844d9e9756.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu City Tour (Private Tour) $69 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cebu-city-tour-private-tour.a48420091.activity-details) ![Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49107172/e98d5424-9055-497e-9601-2e6c8bf688ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour) $113 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/moalboal-with-canyoneering-tour-shared-tour.a49107172.activity-details) [See all activities in Cebu City](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cebu-City.d800.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Central Hotel Deals ![Fili Hotel Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77830000/77828300/77828290/3563c23b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fili Hotel Cebu Nustar Resort, Kawit Island South Road Cebu City Central Visayas $115 nightly $129 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions SM Seaside City Cebu and Ayala Center are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (149 reviews) Large Breakfast Buffet Selection Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=77828290&PinnedHotelID=77828290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/190600/190534/c0c91ae0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu $199 nightly $222 total Apr 14 - Apr 15 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,107 reviews) Very very good! Excellent 👍👍👍 Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F14%2F2026&endDate=4%2F15%2F2026&selected=190534&PinnedHotelID=190534&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![Radisson Blu Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3936400/3936349/e338d25b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Blu Cebu Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna Cebu City Cebu $91 nightly $103 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,114 reviews) Bed and sheets are not clean smells bad about food it’s not fresh it’s not tasty. All waiters are the best very good to accommodate to people Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=3936349&PinnedHotelID=3936349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![ Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/380000/375200/375155/79599bba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa Marigondon Lapu-Lapu Cebu $231 nightly $259 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) They served me a cold hamburger that was raw in the middle. I asked for medium well done. That means warm center. This burger was stone cold, the beef fat had almost re-solidified and the center was RAW and cold. They charged me nearly $20 USD for that disaster burger. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=375155&PinnedHotelID=375155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![JPark Island Resort & Waterpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2880000/2874000/2873976/5614a631_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JPark Island Resort & Waterpark M L Quezon Highway, Maribago Lapu-Lapu Cebu $230 nightly $260 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 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! (1,001 reviews) It was smooth and great accomodation Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026&selected=2873976&PinnedHotelID=2873976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83450000/83441100/83441053/53e99020_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island Lapu-Lapu Central Visayas $217 nightly $245 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (419 reviews) Fantastic place and the people at the hotel are great from the front desk, to the housekeeping staff to everyone in the restaurant. I would highly recommend this hotel. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=83441053&PinnedHotelID=83441053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) [See all 1,776 properties in Central](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F25%2F2026&endDate=3%2F26%2F2026®ionId=910252487238262784) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Central hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=910252487238262784&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25)[Mar 24 - Mar 25](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=910252487238262784&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=910252487238262784&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[Mar 25 - Mar 26](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=910252487238262784&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=910252487238262784&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=910252487238262784&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=910252487238262784&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=910252487238262784&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026) --- ### Other neighborhoods around Central ![Cebu City which includes a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635175054150/27d29c6b-3b2b-42f1-82c4-06485ee60b30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Cebu 3.5/5(32 area reviews) Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Magellan's Cross and Colon Street. [](https://expedia.com/Cebu-City-Downtown-Cebu.dx553248635175054150) ![Have a taste of the Filipino history in this military defense structure, built by Spanish and indigenous Cebuano in the pier area of the city. #roadtrip](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/76aebee6-c75f-4de1-87c4-529f98407536.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Roque While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street. [](https://expedia.com/Cebu-City-San-Roque.dx910260645424259072) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Nicolas If you're spending some time in San Nicolas, Colon Street and Taboan Public Market are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Cebu-San-Nicolas.dx910307863006720000) ![Summarch is fast approaching. #Bohol #Philippines #Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/83b7a1f2-05fa-4de6-a096-7e52a1f471a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sambag I When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Cebu-City-Sambag-I.dx910267835730092032) ![Cebu Island showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6285592/558881ba-6f80-40a0-8ac4-37ef402cd27e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tejero If you're spending some time in Tejero, Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Cebu-City-Tejero.dx910268752986628096) ![Mini cave #roadtrip #Summer #Philippines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/dfe3c4ad-57f4-45d6-8e5c-9f6b37aa5824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cebu-City-Santa-Cruz.dx553248635976397251) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Cebu-City.dx800.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neigh.Neighborhoods) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Central