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.
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.
Cebu Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.
Santo Nino Church
Santo Nino Church is just one of the places to see in Cebu City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches or discover the coral reefs in this relaxing area.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
Things to do
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling
BEST OF CEBU:Oslob Whaleshark Encounter w Sandbar & Tumalog Falls
Top hotels in Banilad
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Best ever
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Amazing view, clean room, and staff are wonderful. It's close to everything u need, like option for coffee, groceries, from yummy street foods to Gordom Ramsey fine burger or fish and chips. Can't wait to go back.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Amazing resort!
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Staff was wonderful!!!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Very friendly staff. We were also able to get our room early which was lovely considering we’d been travelling some 20 hours! Room was a very good size and comfortable. Patio was small though (not very wide). But we had view of pool and ocean. Excellent experience.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
The whole establishment did everything possible to make the stay enjoyable. Nothing was too much trouble with all staff working hard to help. Thanks Glenn and team for a very enjoyable time
Reviewed on 27 Nov 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.
Banilad
- Streetscape Mall Cebu
- Ayala Center
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- Colon Street
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Cebu Business Park
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Tops Lookout
- Magellan Monument
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Cebu Doctor's University Hospital
- J Centre Mall
- Mountain View Nature's Park
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
- Lapu-Lapu City Hall
- Green Lagoon Park
