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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.

Cebu Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.

Pier 4 Cebu Port
Explore the waterfront in Cebu City with a trip to Pier 4 Cebu Port. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
Things to do

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)

From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
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Other neighborhoods around Santa Cruz

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 SM City Cebu and Mango Square.

Capitol Site
When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to SM City Cebu and Mango Square, 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.

Central
While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Santo Nino Church and Minor Basilica of the Holy Child.

Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral and Santo Nino Church.
- Colon Street
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Magellan's Cross
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Magellan Monument
- Sirao Flower Garden
- J Centre Mall
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Green Lagoon Park
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall