Central
Cebu City
Popular places to visit
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 Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
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.
Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
Marvel at the sacred image of the Santo Niño and see the 16th-century cross in this beautiful Catholic church in the Philippines.
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.
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 Central
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 Central
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross.
San Roque
While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.
Santa Cruz
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mango Square and Colon Street.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
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.
Central
- Magellan's Cross
- Colon Street
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Business Park
- Cebu Port
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Tops Lookout
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- J Centre Mall
- Temple of Leah
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan
