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.
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 Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
Sirao Flower Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu City. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch
Cebu City Tour (Private Tour)
Top hotels in Banilad
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Reviewed on 5 Sep 2025
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Reviewed on 3 Sep 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banilad
Talamban
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Talamban and surrounding area, you can visit Banilad Town Centre and Gaisano Country Mall.
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.
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.
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.
Mabolo
If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery are top sights worth seeing.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
- Streetscape Mall Cebu
- Ayala Center
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Colon Street
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Cebu Business Park
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Magellan Monument
- Cebu Doctor's University Hospital
- Tops Lookout
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- J Centre Mall
- Gaisano Country Mall
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall
