Central Visayas

Philippines

Drone shot of Balicasag island
Drone shot of Balicasag island
A fishing boat sits during low tide in a fishing village in Bohol, Philippines. #culture #sunset
Bring your tent and wait for the sunset or stay overnight and wait for the sunrise. Or just sit there and enjoy the view. Whatever you want. Whatever makes you happy. 😂 #cebu #philippines #beachday
Caohagan island is a small and remote island that is well known for the artistic quality of its handmade quilts. To prove, one quilt was preserved at the International Quilt Study Center & Museum in the United States. Interested in learning how to make a quilt? Then a visit to the island should satisfy a visitor.

Popular cities in Central Visayas

Cebu which includes tropical scenes and general coastal views
Cebu City
Known for Dining, Shopping and Festivals
Visit Spanish cathedrals, colonial buildings and ancient temples, or just enjoy the stunning beaches of one of the prettiest islands in the Philippines.

Reasons to visit

  • Magellan's Cross
  • Santo Nino Church
  • Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
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Lapu Lapu which includes heritage architecture and religious elements
Lapu-Lapu
Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Swimming
Take a boat out for a tour and learn about two different national heroes in this historic part of the Philippines.

Reasons to visit

  • Cebu Yacht Club
  • Mactan Marina Mall
  • Magellan Monument
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Oslob featuring general coastal views, marine life and kayaking or canoeing
Oslob
Known for Whale watching, Sharks and Islands
Swim with whale sharks, walk to a picturesque waterfall and kick back at waterfront resorts at this town on the southeast coast of Cebu Island.

Reasons to visit

  • Sumilon Island
  • Tumalog Falls
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Cebu featuring general coastal views
Moalboal
Known for Beaches, Diving and Snorkeling
Travel to the southwestern side of the island of Cebu for scuba diving expeditions, beach relaxation and trips into the scenic countryside.

Reasons to visit

  • White Beach Moalboal
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Dumaguete
Dumaguete
Known for Islands, Diving and Churches

Reasons to visit

  • Rizal Boulevard
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Panglao
Panglao
Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Islands

Reasons to visit

  • Virgin Island
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