Things to do in Mactan Island
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Private & custom tours
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History & culture
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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.
Mountain View Nature's Park
Escape the bustle of the city center to enjoy the recreational activities and sweeping views of Cebu Island at this hilltop park.
Sirao Flower Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Cebu Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.
Magellan Monument
Visit this outdoor complex of statues to learn about the battle between two heroes of the Philippines with contrasting backgrounds.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
SM City Cebu
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit SM City Cebu, a favourite shopping spot in Cebu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.
Areas of Mactan Island
Punta Engaño
Though Punta Engaño may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Magellan Monument and Jpark Island Waterpark.
Suba Basbas
Suba Basbas might not have many top sights, but Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Basak
While visiting Basak, you might make a stop by sights like Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Mactan Town Center.
Gabi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gabi and surrounding area, you can visit Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway.
Cogon
Cogon might not have many top sights, but Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Alegria
While Alegria may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark.
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Magellan Monument
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan
- Our Lady of the Rule Church
- Marcelo Fernan Bridge
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Ayala Center
- Colon Street
- Magellan's Cross
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- Cebu Business Park
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Cebu Port
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Temple of Leah
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
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