Downtown Cebu
Popular places to visit
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 Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
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.
Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
Admire Chinese architecture and décor and learn about Cebu’s past in the museum housed in the city’s oldest residential home.
Things to do
Food, Historical and Mountain Tour in Cebu City
Mactan Island and Cebu in One Day with Lunch
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour with Uphill Spots & Lunch at House of Lechon
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cebu
Santa Cruz
Though Santa Cruz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like SM City Cebu and Osmeña Fountain Circle.
Capitol Site
If you're spending some time in Capitol Site, Osmeña Fountain Circle and Jose Rizal Memorial Library are top sights worth seeing.
North Reclamation Area
While visiting North Reclamation Area, you might make a stop by sights like SM City Cebu and Pier 4 Cebu Port.
Mambaling
If you're spending some time in Mambaling, SM Seaside City Cebu and Cebu Ocean Park are top sights worth seeing.
Mabolo
Though Mabolo might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like SM City Cebu and Ayala Center.
Basak San Nicolas
While Basak San Nicolas isn't home to many top sights, Cebu Ocean Park and SM Seaside City Cebu are some notable places to visit nearby.
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