Central Travel Guide
Cebu City
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
Marvel at the sacred image of the Santo Niño and see the 16th-century cross in this beautiful Catholic church in the Philippines.
Ayala Center
Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound.
SM Seaside City Cebu
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.
Things to do
Cebu: Bohol Chocolate Hills Day Tour from Cebu City
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering
Cebu Highlands Guided Tour: Temples, Gardens & Scenic Views
Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour
Cebu: Exploring Cebu City's rich history and Uphill Tour
Cebu:Oslob Whaleshark + Tumalog & Sumilon Sandbar (Hotel Pickup)
Top hotels in Central
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
"clean"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
"For a 5 star hotel, there were some things lacking"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Fili Hotel Cebu
"Great breakfast. The hotel had a really nice view."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Seda Central Bloc Cebu City
"Great staff very accommodating and polite."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Amber Hotel - Cebu
"Great hotel at the price, very convenient if you're taking the ferry to Cebu. The restaurant breakfast is basic but hey it's free. The only drawbacks to the property are the high priced restaurants on the property but that's not the hotels problem."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa
"The food was not very good. Several items were undercooked and some were cold when they should have been hot. We expected much better for how expensive it was. Also, we have a special needs child and we informed to them in advance, but they still had little to no care about his well-being. There ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Central
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Magellan's Cross and Colon Street.
Lahug
Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino while you're in town.
Mabolo
If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Cebu Kartzone are top sights worth seeing.
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.
