Zapatera
Cebu City
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: 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 Zapatera
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Nice
Reviewed on 1 Nov, 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
The property is amazing and the food was the best we had in the Philippines
Reviewed on 1 Nov, 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Perfect for family bonding.
Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Our room's view was spectacular. The room was immaculate, great service from the entire staff. We will be returning again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct, 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on 24 Sept, 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Clean room friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zapatera
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.
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.
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.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
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
- 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
- Green Lagoon Park
