Mabolo Travel Guide
Cebu City





Popular places to visit

Carmelite Monastery
Learn about the intriguing political history entwined with this renowned religious structure and listen to the soothing voices of nuns singing.

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

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.

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

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

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: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour

Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)

BEST OF CEBU:Oslob Whaleshark Encounter w Sandbar & Tumalog Falls
Top hotels in Mabolo

Radisson Blu Cebu
Our room's view was spectacular. The room was immaculate, great service from the entire staff. We will be returning again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Bayfront Hotel Cebu - North Reclamation
Air condition was just right, breakfast is great.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Citi Park Hotel powered by Cocotel
The property was clean, staff was very friendly, helpful and accommodating. Breakfast was good, my only concern was it was noisy due to vehicular traffic. Traffic is noisy all day long, difficult to sleep.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Belmont Hotel Mactan
Yes
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
PROs: ALL their staff are very welcoming , accommodating, conversant, great sense of picking up what is needed or how to make your stay very worthwhile , watchful for your safety( lifeguards everywhere ); had a sea view with balcony overlooking the main pool and part of the sea and lobby lounge with ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Perfect for family bonding.
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mabolo

Carreta
While there might not be top attractions in Carreta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Cebu Business Park.

Hipodromo
While Hipodromo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cebu Business Park and Ayala Center.

Luz
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Luz and surrounding area, you can visit Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.

Kasambagan
While Kasambagan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.

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

Zapatera
While Zapatera may 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 Cebu Business Park.

