Central Travel Guide

Cebu City

Mercedes Benz used by Pope John Paul II in the Philippines in year 1981 #vintage #car #mercedesbenz #mercedes #instagridsapp #photography #itsmorefuninthephilippines #instagram #sinopinas #grammarph #wanderlust #sugbo #snapseed #xiaomiyi #yicam #actioncam #photo #topgearph
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Standing under a Spanish-styled pavilion in Cebu City, Philippines is a large wooden cross that claims to be the one planted by famed explorer Ferdinand Magellan, yet some believe it is nothing but a replica. No one has yet verified which tale is true, but the cross and its ornate chapel remain a popular pilgrimage site for locals and tourists alike. #cebu #travel #magellanscross #history #spanish #catholicism #church #wanderlust #travelgram #whenincebu #stopover #magellan #igcebu #travelasia #philippines #globetrotter #passionpassport #instatravel #pitsenyor #asia #travelgr8 #airasiacebu #cooltravelpix #itsmorefuninthephilippines #travelph #worldtravelbook #lifeatexpedia
Colon Street, the oldest servicing street in the Philippines.
Magellan\'s Cross featuring street scenes

Popular places to visit

Magellan\'s Cross showing street scenes

Magellan's Cross

4/5(15 reviews)

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.

Magellan's Cross
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Basilica of the Holy Child featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Marvel at the sacred image of the Santo Niño and see the 16th-century cross in this beautiful Catholic church in the Philippines.

Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
Ayala Center showing a garden

Ayala Center

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound.

Ayala Center
a fight like no other... let's go BOODLE FIGHT! 💪🏼 Now before you go on a flight or fight mode, boodle fight is actually a military style of eating where people gather round long tables and food is prepared on top of banana leaves. You will find yourself in a "fight” that refers to the act of grabbing and eating as much as you can before others grab them or runs out 😂 #TroverFoodies #ginnysjournal #Cebuseries #uniqueexperience

SM Seaside City Cebu

4/5(15 reviews)

During your visit to Cebu City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at SM Seaside City Cebu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.

SM Seaside City Cebu
Colon Street which includes fashion

Colon Street

Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.

Colon Street

Things to do

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

฿2,418
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour

Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour

฿3,146
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour
Oslob Whaleshark, Sumilon Sandbar & Tumalog Falls Tour with Lunch

BEST OF CEBU:Oslob Whaleshark Encounter w Sandbar & Tumalog Falls

฿3,429
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BEST OF CEBU:Oslob Whaleshark Encounter w Sandbar & Tumalog Falls
Cebu: Beach Scuba Diving Experience with Transfer and Gear

Cebu: Beach Scuba Diving Experience

฿1,390
per adult
Cebu: Beach Scuba Diving Experience
Historical Cebu City Tour

Historical Cebu City Tour

฿4,247
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical Cebu City Tour
Cebu City Tour

Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)

฿2,138
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
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Top hotels in Central

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
The price is ฿6,231 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
฿6,231
฿7,649 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,072 reviews)
Although the room needs some minor updating, everything else is perfect!

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu

Radisson Blu Cebu

5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna Cebu City Cebu
The price is ฿3,591 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿3,591
฿4,049 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,083 reviews)
Big hotel

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Radisson Blu Cebu
Seda Ayala Center Cebu

Seda Ayala Center Cebu

4 out of 5
Cardinal Rosales Avenue Cebu City
The price is ฿3,137 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿3,137
฿3,569 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (607 reviews)
Highly recommended!

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Seda Ayala Center Cebu
bai Hotel Cebu

bai Hotel Cebu

4 out of 5
Ouano Avenue Cor Seno Boulevard Mandaue
The price is ฿2,434 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
฿2,434
฿2,744 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mandaue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Room was great, very clean, and hotel service was fantastic from reception to bar/lounge staff!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

bai Hotel Cebu
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort

4 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island Lapu-Lapu Central Visayas
The price is ฿6,073 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
฿6,073
฿7,532 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (379 reviews)
Nice large rooms, hotel also has good gym facilities

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu

4 out of 5
Cebu Veterans Drive Cebu City Cebu
The price is ฿2,101 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿2,101
฿2,353 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Amazing rooms, great views, friendly staff. Food places are great, and the breakfast buffet is *chefs kiss*

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
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Other neighbourhoods around Central

Cebu City featuring a statue or sculpture

Downtown Cebu

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Magellan's Cross and Colon Street.

Downtown Cebu
Have a taste of the Filipino history in this military defense structure, built by Spanish and indigenous Cebuano in the pier area of the city. #roadtrip

San Roque

While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.

San Roque
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San Antonio

When in San Antonio, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Yap Sandiego Ancestral House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

San Antonio
One of the best place in #Cebu.

Sambag I

When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sambag I
Cebu Island which includes heritage elements

Tejero

While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.

Tejero
Mini cave #roadtrip #Summer #Philippines

Santa Cruz

5/5(2 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mango Square and Colon Street.

Santa Cruz

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