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.

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.

Waterfront Cebu City Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Waterfront Cebu City Casino during your travels in Cebu City? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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.
Things to do

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour

Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

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

Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
Top hotels in Mabolo

Radisson Blu Cebu
Beautiful hotel, large and clean rooms. Easy access to mall and transportation
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Bayfront Hotel Cebu - North Reclamation
Room was very nice for the money. My only complaint is noise from the bus terminal. Better sound insulation in the windows would help.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Not just an amazing view but amazing staff who are genuinely good at what they do. It's the attention to detail, the little things they provide and do that make this an amazing resort to stay in.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Fili Hotel Cebu
Suppose to be a 5 stars hotel, but services provided, doesn’t support that; All times I went out of the hotel, or came in, there was NEVER a bellboy at the entrance, to help with the luggage. On the day of my arrival, I had to take out my heavy suitcase from the taxi’s trunk by myself, since there ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
The staff is the best.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
I strongly advise against staying at the Sheraton Cebu. What was supposed to be a premium experience turned out to be one of the worst hotel stays I have ever had. Here are the reasons, based entirely on actual experience: 1. Completely Unacceptable Soundproofing (Premium Room) I booked one of the ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
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.

Lorega
Lorega might not have many top sights, but Cebu Business Park and Yap Sandiego Ancestral House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
