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 City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu: Quick Hiking Trip Outside of the Concrete Jungle
Cebu: Whalesharks, Sumilon Sandbar & Tumalog Falls Tour
Top hotels in Banilad
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Reviewed on 23 Sept, 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Reviewed on 27 Sept, 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Reviewed on 24 Sept, 2025
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Reviewed on 25 Sept, 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Reviewed on 22 Sept, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banilad
Talamban
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Talamban and surrounding area, you can visit Banilad Town Centre and Gaisano Country Mall.
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.
Banilad
- Streetscape Mall Cebu
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Magellan's Cross
- Colon Street
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Business Park
- Cebu Port
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Tops Lookout
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- J Centre Mall
- Temple of Leah
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan
