Downtown Cebu Travel Guide
Cebu City
Visit Downtown Cebu
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.
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 Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
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.
Heritage of Cebu Monument
Pick out the portrayals of your favorite city sights and historical moments in this mesmerizing mixed-metal public artwork.
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.
Things to do
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey
The Original Cebu City Historical and Food Walking Tour
Cebu Day Tour with Pick-up, Drop-off and Lunch (private)
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon
Top hotels in Downtown Cebu
One Central Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Cruz
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.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Cogon Ramos
While Cogon Ramos isn't home to many top sights, Mango Square and Cebu Business Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
