Mabolo
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Popular places to visit
Carmelite Monastery
Learn about the intriguing political history entwined with this renowned religious structure and listen to the soothing voices of nuns singing.
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.
Mountain View Nature's Park
Escape the bustle of the city center to enjoy the recreational activities and sweeping views of Cebu Island at this hilltop park.
Sirao Flower Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Whale Shark Encounter and Tumalog Waterfalls Tour
Oslob Whale Shark Watching Day Tour with Lunch
Mabolo Hotel Deals
![Holiday Inn Cebu City, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73730000/73727700/73727642/ea7bb16d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2024
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Reviewed on May 17, 2024
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Reviewed on May 27, 2024
![Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/190600/190534/6176cf46_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2024
![Radisson Blu Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3936400/3936349/05af4d12_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2024
![Quest Hotel & Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4740000/4740000/4739905/0a054045_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Mabolo
![Cebu harbour, Philippines. Waiting to catch my boat over to Bohol. Recommendation - supercat ferry.
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North Reclamation Area
While visiting North Reclamation Area, you might make a stop by sights like SM City Cebu and Pier 4 Cebu Port.
![Cebu Lechon is "the best pig ever!" According to Anthony Bourdain. Only in the Philippines. :)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2e826e121c639d98d80ae836f5e2b088.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Santa Cruz
Though Santa Cruz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Osmeña Fountain Circle and Mango Square.
![Cebu showing a luxury hotel or resort, tropical scenes and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51602-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Capitol Site
If you're spending some time in Capitol Site, Osmeña Fountain Circle and Jose Rizal Memorial Library are top sights worth seeing.
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Downtown Cebu
Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral and Magellan's Cross.
![Philippines Taoist Temple showing a temple or place of worship and religious elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129119-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Lahug
Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cebu Taoist Temple and Waterfront Cebu City Casino while you're in town.
![I just got back from Asia for the very first time! I went to The Philippines and it was amazing :) #ThePhilippines #Travel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7df3cd8115edeeadcb17e98dbf069f4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Banilad
Unique features of Banilad include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Streetscape Mall Cebu or D' Family Park while you're exploring the area.