Downtown Cebu
Cebu City
Visit Downtown Cebu
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.
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 Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
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.
Heritage of Cebu Monument
Pick out the portrayals of your favorite city sights and historical moments in this mesmerizing mixed-metal public artwork.
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.
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
Top hotels in Downtown Cebu
One Central Hotel
Very clean room and the staff is very approachable
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Perfect!
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
Perfect for family bonding.
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Good service and staff very helpful
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.
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 Mango Square and Colon Street.
Tejero
While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum.
Sambag I
When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Zapatera
While Zapatera 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 Cebu Business Park.
Downtown Cebu
- Colon Street
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Minor Basilica of the Holy Child
- Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
- Fort San Pedro
- Carbon Market
- Museo Parian
- Ayala Center
- Waterfront Cebu City Casino
- SM Seaside City Cebu
- Osmeña Fountain Circle
- Cebu Ocean Park
- Cebu Business Park
- Cebu Yacht Club
- Mactan Marina Mall
- Cebu Taoist Temple
- Magellan Monument
