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.

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.

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 Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling

Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Central Hotel Deals

Belmont Hotel Mactan
Nice hotel with good and tasty food options.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Beautiful hotel and great service.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Perfect for family bonding.
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Radisson Blu Cebu
Staff was very courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

bai Hotel Cebu
Very Good
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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
Though Santa Cruz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mango Square and Colon Street.

Tejero
If you're spending some time in Tejero, Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Cogon Ramos
While there might not be top attractions in Cogon Ramos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.

Zapatera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Zapatera and surrounding area, you can visit Mango Square and Cebu Business Park.
