Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Cebu City
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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.
Mango Square
During your trip to Cebu City, you can do some window-shopping at Mango Square. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
ABC Hotel Cebu
Yes very good
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Fili Hotel Cebu
Our stay was great, although 1 night may not have been enough. Our original room was occupied by someone else. We thought weekdays wouldn’t be too busy, but there were actually heaps of people because of the events in the function hall. The food and ambiance were great as well. It’s an ideal place ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Cebu White Sands Resort and Spa
Everything was nice, from the resort to the staff. The restaurant was a + for us as the food was really good. Also the spa offers different treatment and it’s so relaxing. I will definitely come back.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Fantastic service from all the staff , dive centre was very professional but fun at the same time .
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
One of the best stays in a Philippine hotel I've ever been to
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Seda Central Bloc Cebu City
Excellent service, very friendly & hospitable staff. Immaculate & up to date hotel. Superb location to restaurants, local mall and supermarkets. Famous night market is very close by as are local bus lines.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 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.
