Downtown Cebu
Cebu City
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
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.
Heritage of Cebu Monument
Pick out the portrayals of your favorite city sights and historical moments in this mesmerizing mixed-metal public artwork.
Things to do
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu: Whalesharks, Sumilon Sandbar & Tumalog Falls Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Cebu
One Central Hotel
Great traditional Filipino breakfast selections.
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Clean room, strong AC, helpful staff. Very comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
All of the above.
Reviewed on 16 Nov, 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Perfect for family bonding.
Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Staff was very courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on 24 Sept, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
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.
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.
Downtown Cebu
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- More trip options
- Colon Street
- Magellan's Cross
- Cebu Port
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Fort San Pedro
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
- Plaza Independencia
- Casa Gorordo Museum
- Cebu Coliseum
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Cebu Business Park
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Tops Lookout
