Zapatera Travel Guide
Cebu City
Popular places to visit
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.
Mountain View Nature's Park
Escape the bustle of the city center to enjoy the recreational activities and sweeping views of Cebu Island at this hilltop park.
Things to do
Cebu: Bohol Chocolate Hills Tour with Ferry Transfer
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls 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
Top hotels in Zapatera
Fili Hotel Cebu
"The staff are very friendly."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
"Beautiful place"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa
"All Staff were exceptional 5× The property is however can be 3-4☆ at best but is TRY-ing hard. Ground and rooms are vrry clean 5☆. The 50meter wide Beach 1☆ access needs daily maintenance. Food mediocre 3☆. Some fees are not necessary (lost towel fee 25$- really?) Complimentary game room not really ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Radisson Blu Cebu
"Good"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
bai Hotel Cebu
"The hotel is outdated. The carpet in the lobby smells bad"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Seda Central Bloc Cebu City
"Great property - Great value - I will return"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zapatera
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
