Cebu City, capital of the island of Cebu (Central Visayas) is famous for its colonial legacy and for being the gateway for many of the travelers who seek to know the area of the islands of the Visayas or islands such as Malapascua, Bantayan, Camotes , Bohol or Siquijor or looking to know the southern island destinations such as Osbol or Moalboal. Although for many it is a passing city, it is true that Cebu City offers many points of interest to know.
Cebu City

Cebu City in Visayas (Philippines)
Cebu City
Cebu City guide
What to do in Cebu City
CEBU HERITAGE MONUMENT
The whole history of the city is reflected in this monument. Located in the historic center of the city, the Cebu Heritage Monument depicts scenes from different historical moments of the city such as the baptism of Rajah Humabon, a procession of the Holy Child, a Roman Catholic mass and the battle of Mactan between Lapu-Lapu and Fernando of Magallanes. The people represented in the monument include the late President Sergio Osmena Sr, born in Cebu himself and Blessed Pedro Calungsod, a great Filipino martyr who is believed to have been born in the city. The construction of the monument began in July 1997 and was completed in December 2000.
BASILICA OF THE HOLY CHILD
The Basilica of the Holy Child is the most important monument in the whole city. Built in 1565 it is the oldest church in the Philippines. Inside it houses the famous Statue of the Holy Child. This image of the child Jesus is highly respected by the local people for whom they feel a great devotion. The Basilica of Santo Niño is built on the point where the expedition of Miguel López de Legazpi recovered the image after 40 years owned by Rajah Humabon who had been appropriated after the death of Ferdinand Magellan and the expulsion of his fleet.
CRUZ DE MAGALLANES
Located inside a small hermitage next to the Basilica of Santo Niño, the Cross of Magallanes pays homage to the famous navigator of Portuguese origin.
STRONG OF SAN PEDRO
Another point of interest to know the colonial legacy of Cebu City is the Fort of San Pedro. Founded in 1565, it served as a defensive fortress for the troops of Miguel López de Legazpi. Originally built in wood, in 1722 it was completely rebuilt in stone giving it the look it has come to today. Like all the forts of colonial style, the Fort of San Pedro stands out for its great defensive walls, its towers and its canyons facing the sea.
TAOIST TEMPLE
Historically the city of Cebu always housed a large Chinese community. From many years before the arrival of the Spaniards, the ancient city of Cebu maintained commercial relations with the Chinese empire. Built in 1972, it is the most important Chinese temple in the city.
YAP SANDIEGO ANCESTRAL HOUSE
The Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House is considered the oldest house in all of Cebu City. Residence of a famous Chinese merchant, it was built in the year 1675. Inside it exhibits typical objects of the house. Its historical value crosses the city of Cebu itself, because the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House is also considered as the Chinese-style private home better preserved outside of China itself.
PUBLIC MARKET TABOAN
Considered as the most important public market in the city, Taboan is the ideal place to enjoy the local atmosphere of a typical market. In Taboan you can find all kinds of fresh products but especially the famous Danggit or Rabbit Fish, one of the most popular meals in Cebu.
TOPS LOOKOUT
Located in the nearby mountains that rounda Cebu City, the Tops Lookout is the best place to contemplate the visits of the city and watch the sunset. The complex stands out for its strange architecture and circular shapes.
Accommodation in Cebu City
Cebu has a wide range of accommodation for all types of travelers, from luxury hotels on the beach, to hostels for backpacker's pocket. Here are a couple of recommendations:
Near the airport, good, nice and cheap: Little Norway Guesthouse
Near the harbor and with a pool: One Central Hotel
Climate in Cebu City
The climate in Cebu City is hot, oppressive, windy, and overcast. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 75°F to 90°F and is rarely below 73°F or above 93°F.
The best time of year to visit Cebu City for hot-weather activities is from early January to mid April.
Haruhay Dream Resort And Restaurant
Destination: Mactan
Situated in Mactan, Haruhay Dream Resort And Restaurant has a tennis court, garden, terrace, and free WiFi. The property is around 8 km from Mactan Island Convention Center, 7 km from Hoops Dome...
Big Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Set in Cebu City, Big Hotel is a 15-minute drive to SM City Cebu and a 20-minute drive to Grand Convention Centre of Cebu. There is a restaurant onsite and free WiFi is available in all areas....
Pacific Luxury Villas
Destination: Mactan
Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a shared lounge, Pacific Luxury Villas features accommodation in Mactan with free WiFi and pool views. The property was built in 2014 and features...
RedDoorz near Baclay Drive Super Metro
Destination: Cebu City
Set within 8 km of Grand Convention Centre of Cebu and 4.1 km of Colon Street, Kryst tourist inn offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cebu City. The property is situated 5...
Felix Residences
Destination: Cebu City
Felix Residences is situated in the Mandaue district of Cebu City, 6 km from Yap Sandiego Ancestral House and 5 km from Ayala Center Cebu. All units feature air conditioning and a cable TV. Grand...
2 Floor Loft Condo at Club Ultima Residences Mango Square
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City, 2 Floor(Loft type) Condo House #CLUB ULTIMA Residency #Mango Squere provides a restaurant, lake views and free WiFi, 700 m from Fuente Osmena Circle and 2.9 km from Fort San...
Diplomat Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City, Diplomat Hotel is 500 m from Robinsons Mall. Offering easy access to local attractions, the hotel features a 24-hour front desk and 2 travel agencies. Free Wi-Fi is...
Canberry Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Nestled in the picturesque Cebu City, Canberry Hotel houses a buffet-style restaurant and offers free private parking and car rentals. The hotel Canberry is 1.9 km from Fuente Osmena Circle, 2.4...
Ranile's Pension House
Destination: Cebu City
Conveniently located in the Mandaue district of Cebu City, Ranile's Pension House is set 5 km from Grand Convention Centre of Cebu, 6 km from SM City Cebu and 13 km from Temple of Leah. With a...
TLT Condotl at Kiener Hills Condominium
Destination: Mactan
Set in Mactan, 3.5 km from Mactan Island Convention Center and 4.2 km from Hoops Dome, TLT Condotel at Kiener Hills Condominium offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and an outdoor...
Golden Prince Hotel & Suites
Destination: Cebu City
Just a 2-minute walk from Ayala Mall and Ayala Cebu Business District, Golden Prince Hotel & Suites offers air-conditioned rooms with a cable TV. This non-smoking property features massage...
La Mirada Residences
Destination: Mactan
Only a short 4 km from Mactan Cebu International Airport, La Mirada Residences offers an outdoor swimming pool and pampering spa treatments. Guests also enjoy free WiFi access and free airport...
M Citi Suites
Destination: Cebu City
Operating a 24-hour front desk, M Citi Suites features a business centre and offers comfortable modern rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi access. Parking is provided at no charge. The property is just...
Down South Hostel
Destination: Cebu City
Situated in Cebu City, within 1.3 km of Fuente Osmena Circle and 1.3 km of Ayala Center Cebu, Down South Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...
One Central Hotel & Suites
Destination: Cebu City
Boasting a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant on site, One Central Hotel & Suites is located in Cebu within 900 m from Magellan's Cross and 3.9 km from SM City Cebu. WiFi is free throughout the...
RF Suites
Destination: Cebu City
3.1 km from Ayala Center Cebu, RF Suites is located in Cebu City and provides air-conditioned rooms. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and room service. The property is...
Appleton Boutique Hotel Mactan Cebu
Destination: Mactan
Set in Lapu-Lapu, Appleton Boutique Hotel Cebu has a shared lounge, an in house spa, and complimentary WiFi. This hotel offers free shuttle service and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms at Appleton...
CounTess Pension House
Destination: Cebu City
Featuring a bar, shared lounge and views of sea, OYO 182 Countess Pension House is located in Cebu City, 15 km from SM City Cebu. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour...
Dohera Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
A 2-minute drive to Park Mall, Dohera Hotel features modern yet cosy rooms with free Wi-Fi in Mandaue. Its facilities include an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre and restaurant. The...
The Henry Hotel Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Unique European decor and artwork feature in The Henry Hotel, a 4-star property with an outdoor pool, garden and free Wi-Fi. It is a 5-minute drive from Cebu IT Park and Cebu Country Club. Free...
bai Hotel Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
A contemporary urban escape with skyline view of Cebu City, Bai Hotel Cebu is 2.5 km from SM Cebu City and 3.6 km from Ayala Center Cebu. This property highlights 8 dining options, an outdoor...
Amalfi Oasis
Destination: Cebu City
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Amalfi Oasis provides accommodation in Cebu City with free WiFi and pool views. This property offers access to a balcony. This...
Little Norway Guesthouse - Mactan Cebu International Airport
Destination: Mactan
Little Norway Guesthouse provides rooms located 2.4 km from Mactan-Cebu International Airport. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with with cable channels. All rooms in the guest house are...
Hotel Capada
Destination: Cebu City
Set in Cebu City and with Grand Convention Centre of Cebu reachable within 2.6 km, Hotel Capada offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property...
Alicia Apartelle
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City, Alicia Apartelle offers an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, and free parking space on site. The homely and comfortable accommodation come with free WiFi access. Stylishly...
Glogette Guest House
Destination: Cebu City
Situated in Cebu City and within 500 m of Colon Street, Glogette Guest House has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 3.3 km from Ayala...
ACE Penzionne
Destination: Mactan
Located in Mactan, Mactan Island region, ACE Penzionne is set 7 km from 10,000 Roses Cafe. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The property is...
Aerotel Cebu
Destination: Mactan
Aerotel Cebu is situated in Mactan, within 10 km of 10,000 Roses Cafe and 5 km of Hoops Dome. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom and free WiFi. The property is...
Sans Hotel at Rana Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Situated in Cebu City, 1.2 km from Museo Sugbo, Rana Hotel features rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. All rooms boast a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The property is...
Palmbeach Resort & Spa Mactan, Cebu
Destination: Mactan
Palm Beach Resort and Spa is a beachfront property located in Punta Engaño, Mactan, Cebu. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi, access to the beach and an outdoor swimming pool and a spa. Palmbeach...
Aozora Seaside Mactan
Destination: Mactan
Offering a private beach area and water sports facilities, Aozora Seaside Mactan is situated in Mactan. Cebu City is 15 km away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private...
The Happy Beach Cebu
Destination: Mactan
Boasting a private beach area and bar, as well as a restaurant, The Happy Beach Cebu is set in Mactan. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool. The property...
Rumah Highlands Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Offering an outdoor pool and spa centre, Rumah Highlands Hotel is situated in Cebu City within 4.7 km from Ayala Mall and 5.1 km from SM City Cebu. Guests can use the WiFi for free throughout the...
Alicia Tower Residences
Destination: Cebu City
Alicia Tower Residences is conveniently located within 2.8 km of Ayala Cebu Center Cebu and 2.2 km of Grand Convention Centre of Cebu. Featuring a concierge service with tour assistance and free...
Ultima Condo
Destination: Cebu City
Situated 500 m from Fuente Osmena Circle and 2.1 km from Colon Street, Ultima Condo in Cebu City features air-conditioned accommodation with views of the pool and free WiFi. Each unit features a...
Karancho Beach House
Destination: Mactan
Located in Mactan, Karancho Beach House offers beachfront accommodation 8 km from Mactan Island Convention Center and provides various facilities, such as a garden, a private beach area and...
Mandarin Plaza Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
A 2-minute walk from Ayala Centre Cebu, Mandarin Plaza Hotel features an outdoor pool and modern, air-conditioned rooms. International cuisine is served at the hotel’s lobby lounge. Mandarin...
Saekyung Village 1
Destination: Mactan
Saekyung Village 1 is situated in Mactan, 6 km from 10,000 Roses Cafe, 6 km from Hoops Dome, as well as 7 km from Mactan Island Convention Center. Boasting pool views, a swimming pool and a...
Sta Barbara Residence Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City, 5 km from Fuente Osmena Circle and 5 km from Museo Sugbo, Sta. Barbara Suites provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with a...
ZEN Rooms Schweizer Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Set in Cebu City, 1.7 km from Museo Sugbo, ZEN Rooms Schweizer Cebu offers air-conditioned accommodation and a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and...
Haus of Emerald by JeYo
Destination: Mactan
Set in Mactan, 5 km from Mactan Island Convention Center and 6 km from Hoops Dome, Astana Subdivision By JeYo provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. With...
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BertLees Pension Hauz
Destination: Cebu City
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The Flying Fish Hostel Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Set in Cebu City, 2.8 km from Grand Convention Centre of Cebu, The Flying Fish Hostel Cebu offers accommodation with a bar, private parking, a shared lounge and a garden. The property is around...
Lelani's Comfy Condo
Destination: Mactan
Situated just 4.3 km from Hoops Dome, Lelani's Comfy Condo features accommodation in Mactan with access to a casino, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk. With garden views, this...
Westpoint Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Situated in Cebu City, within 500 m of Fuente Osmena Circle and 2.1 km of Colon Street, Westpoint Hotel features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...
Valleyfront Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City and 700 m from Fuente Osmena Circle, Valleyfront Hotel offers accommodation with complimentary WiFi. All rooms at Valleyfront Hotel are air-conditioned, and fitted with a...
Mactan Pension House
Destination: Mactan
Situated at just a 5-minute drive from Mactan International Airport, Mactan Pension House is equipped with free Wi-Fi in all rooms and the lobby. An in-house restaurant serves international...
Cebu Pungko-pungko Hostel
Destination: Cebu City
Cebu Pungko-pungko Hostel is set in Cebu City, 2.1 km from Colon Street and 2.5 km from Grand Convention Centre of Cebu. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen...
Pillows Hotel Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Boasting a fitness centre and an on-site restaurant, Pillows Hotel Cebu is located 300 m from Fuente Osmena Circle and 1.3 km from Ayala Center in Cebu City. The rooms at Pillows Hotel Cebu are...
Edello resort
Destination: Mactan
Featuring a terrace, Edello resort is located in Mactan, 8 km from Mactan Island Convention Center. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and an outdoor pool. The...
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