Visit Santa Cruz
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: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
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
Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Santa Cruz Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
We had a great time and staff are very nice
Reviewed on Dec 26, 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
We enjoyed our stay. No complaints. We befriended and fed a little stray cat who was pregnant and hanging around the entrance area during our stay. We request that the hotel adopt and care for this sweet little cat and her kittens and get them all spayed and neutered after her litter comes. I’m sure ...
Reviewed on Dec 30, 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
Seda Ayala Center Cebu
Staff and location are great. Lots of delicious options for the breakfast buffet. However, the hotel shows wear and tear- from carpet, gym equipments and bathroom.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
bai Hotel Cebu
Great
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
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.
Sambag II
While Sambag II might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mango Square and Colon Street.
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.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Capitol Site
When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Cebu Business Park, 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.
