Central
Cebu City





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
You can find out about the history of Cebu City with a visit to Santo Nino Church. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

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.

Colon Street
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.
Things to do

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.
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Other neighbourhoods around Central

Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral and Santo Nino Church.

San Roque
While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street.

Santa Cruz
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Cruz, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SM City Cebu and Mango Square.

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 SM City Cebu and Cebu Business Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cogon Ramos
While Cogon Ramos isn't home to many top sights, SM City Cebu and Mango Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Colon Street
- Magellan's Cross
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Cebu Business Park
- Cebu Port
- Sirao Flower Garden
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Magellan Monument
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- J Centre Mall
- Mandaue City Hall
- Temple of Leah
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
- Gaisano Island Mall Mactan