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.

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.

Colon Street
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.

Cebu Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.

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

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

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Whale Shark Snorkeling, Kawasan Falls, Sardines Run from Cebu

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey
Hipodromo Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Cebu City by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Hipodromo

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.

Mabolo
While visiting Mabolo, you might make a stop by sights like SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery.

Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.

Carreta
While Carreta might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pier 4 Cebu Port and SM City Cebu.

Cogon Ramos
While there might not be top attractions in Cogon Ramos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.