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.
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.
Cebu Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.
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.
Tops Lookout
Enjoy a sunrise or sunset and capture photos of the city from this fort-like viewpoint on a mountain with food stalls lining its access road.
Things to do
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Cebu: Whalesharks, Sumilon Sandbar & Tumalog Falls Tour
Cebu: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour
Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour
Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour)
Top hotels in Banilad
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
Nice & clean rooms but the water temperature fluctuates from cold to hot when taking a shower.
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
The staff/service were excellent. The room was a little less desirable than I expected. I was in the Ocean Wing which appears to be the older part of the hotel. The rooms were also a bit noisy off from the elevator and in a high traffic area. The main breakfast area was fantastic we went early to ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
Clean and accessible
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
The resort is HUGE! It’s perfect for families with so many pool options, activities, water slides and a lot of kid friendly food.
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025
Seda Ayala Center Cebu
Seda is always one of my go to staycation places in Cebu near Shopping mall and variety of restaurants. The staff are friendly, kind, and polite. Kudos to the parking staff forgot their names but they made our parking smooth and safe during holidays. Parking guard helped me to get parking ticket ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Nice touches such as leaving a fruit platter in the room when we were unable to have breakfast from early morning activities, cakes to celebrate our anniversary, and very friendly and happy staff.
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banilad
Kasambagan
While Kasambagan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.
Lahug
Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino while you're in town.
Luz
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Luz and surrounding area, you can visit Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.
Mabolo
If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery are top sights worth seeing.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
Hipodromo
While Hipodromo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cebu Business Park and Ayala Center.
