Visit Santa Cruz
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: Kawasan Falls Canyoneering & Cliff Jump Private Tour
Cebu: Whalesharks, Sumilon Sandbar & Tumalog Falls Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 18 Dec, 2025
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
The staff at The Reef is second to none. I was especially impressed with Jay at check in/out, Jed and Clayde. I highly recommend this resort!
Reviewed on 18 Dec, 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
This was my favourite hotel in the Phillipines! Service was amazing, the breakfast was great and the room was incredible!
Reviewed on 16 Dec, 2025
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
Great place.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
bai Hotel Cebu
Everything is great. Price, room, food, rooftop pool and views
Reviewed on 16 Dec, 2025
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.
Sambag II
Though Sambag II may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mango Square and Colon Street.
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.
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.
