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: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Hipodromo Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Cebu City by IHG
We really enjoyed our stay at the Holiday Inn. The staff was very cooperative and efficient. We had a problem with a side trip to a nearby island and the staff at Holiday Inn stepped up to make our stay more special. If we had a problem they were eager to help.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Hop Inn Hotel Cebu City
Staff was extremely friendly and it was in a good location!!!
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Overall, I highly recommend Shangri-la for anyone looking for comfort, great service, and a pleasant stay. I look forward to returning on my next vacation.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
Nice & clean rooms but the water temperature fluctuates from cold to hot when taking a shower.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Everything was great, will be even better when the pool renovation is complete!
Reviewed on Dec 23, 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 Dec 19, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Hipodromo
Luz
Though Luz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.
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.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
Carreta
While Carreta might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like SM City Cebu and Cebu Business Park.
Mabolo
While visiting Mabolo, you might make a stop by sights like SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery.
Tejero
If you're spending some time in Tejero, Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum are top sights worth seeing.
