San Nicolas
Cebu City
Visit San Nicolas
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.
Tops Lookout
Enjoy a sunrise or sunset and capture photos of the city from this fort-like viewpoint on a mountain with food stalls lining its access road.
Things to do
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour
Cebu: Whale Shark Snorkeling & Kawasan Canyoning Tour
Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour)
Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour
Top hotels in San Nicolas
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
Nice & clean rooms but the water temperature fluctuates from cold to hot when taking a shower.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Breakfast is awesome
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
The staff are courteous, prompt and always helpful with a big smile on their face. The room is immaculate and well cleaned all the time.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Seda Ayala Center Cebu
Yes room was great,tidy.Staff are so nice,accomodating and so kind.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
bai Hotel Cebu
Everything is great. Price, room, food, rooftop pool and views
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Nicolas
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross.
Sambag II
Though Sambag II may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mango Square and Colon Street.
Labangon
While Labangon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mango Square and Colon Street.
Mambaling
If you're spending some time in Mambaling, SM Seaside City Cebu and Cebu Ocean Park are top sights worth seeing.
