What to do in Central Visayas

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Alona Beach

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Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Alona Beach, a popular beach in Panglao. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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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.

Mactan

If you're spending some time in Mactan, Magellan Monument and Mactan Shrine are top sights worth seeing.

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Tawala

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tawala. Make a stop by top sights like Alona Beach while you're exploring the area.

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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.

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Maribago

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Maribago and surrounding area, you can visit Jpark Island Waterpark and Magellan Monument.

Day trip destinations from Central Visayas

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Cebu City

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Tagbilaran

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Lapu-Lapu

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Panglao

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Baclayon

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Oslob

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Mandaue

A beach with clear turquoise water, people swimming, and thatched-roof huts.

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