Downtown Cebu Travel Guide

Cebu
Cebu City which includes 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(15 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

4.5/5(4 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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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
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Heritage of Cebu Monument

4/5(9 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

Top hotels in Downtown Cebu

Radisson Blu Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu
5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna, Cebu, Cebu
The price is ₹7,940 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
₹7,940
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff at each position was very helpful,The staff at the Front Desk handle stress very well and were very patient when the Desk Computer System had a hiccup, which always happens in every hotel. Alphine was especially patient as was her daughter who worked there too. Great bunch of people, who ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Radisson Blu Cebu
One Central Hotel
One Central Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Corner Sanciangko and Leon Kilat Street, Cebu, Cebu
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (543 reviews)
"My mom and I enjoyed our stay. Excellent staff they are very helpful and approachable. The breakfast is very appealing every morning my mom is looking forward with dish of the day and the fruits were awesomely fresh, love the fruit salad. Will definetly recommend if u like free stress stay in ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

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Quest Hotel & Conference Center
Quest Hotel & Conference Center
3 out of 5
Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu, Cebu
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Don’t stay @ room 937, it’s rite in front of the housekeeping and so noisy, overall the 9th floor is a mess my parents stayed @ room933 it is a mess…Hope the management will take good care of each of the clients"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

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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 ₹20,677 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
₹20,677
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"It is just a little piece of heaven on earth."

Reviewed on 30 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 ₹14,106 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
₹14,106
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions SM City Cebu and Magellan's Cross are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"A lot of things to do within the resort. Resort is clean and quiet. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Will definitely come back!"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is ₹12,003 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
₹12,003
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (418 reviews)
"Beautiful resort, great service and friendly staff! Private beach is full of marine life great for swimming and snorkelling. The sunset over the infinity pool and beach is every night is stunning 😍 I got a massage and facial at the spa and it was quite luxurious too. Definitely rate 5 stars ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu

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Santa Cruz

5/5(2 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Osmeña Fountain Circle.

Santa Cruz
Cebu which includes a luxury hotel or resort, a beach and tropical scenes

Capitol Site

3/5(6 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(8 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