Title: Central Travel Guide: Best of Central, Cebu City Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Hotels.d910252487238262784.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cebu City](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cebu-City.d800.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Central Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central.d910252487238262784.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central.d910252487238262784.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Travel Guide ## Cebu City ![Metro Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/910252487238262784/3ac8f2e7-3e40-4a11-bad4-d6072de1c2e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Metro Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/910252487238262784/3ac8f2e7-3e40-4a11-bad4-d6072de1c2e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Standing under a Spanish-styled pavilion in Cebu City, Philippines is a large wooden cross that claims to be the one planted by famed explorer Ferdinand Magellan, yet some believe it is nothing but a replica. No one has yet verified which tale is true, but the cross and its ornate chapel remain a popular pilgrimage site for locals and tourists alike. #cebu #travel #magellanscross #history #spanish #catholicism #church #wanderlust #travelgram #whenincebu #stopover #magellan #igcebu #travelasia #philippines #globetrotter #passionpassport #instatravel #pitsenyor #asia #travelgr8 #airasiacebu #cooltravelpix #itsmorefuninthephilippines #travelph #worldtravelbook #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/560c48c3-318f-491d-ba21-63d6bc65a573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colon Street, the oldest servicing street in the Philippines.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/ffef41cb-0a21-4737-9fbd-cb8e5b23a320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Magellan\'s Cross featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150188/bc65bf3a-3d3c-4d73-a2a6-c5105feaa4cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cebu City travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City.dx800) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Magellan\'s Cross showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150188/c46450cc-a650-4930-936f-f3165cdc731e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magellan's Cross 4/5(15 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Magellans-Cross-Downtown-Cebu.d6150188.Attraction) ![Magellan Cross Pavilion on Plaza Sugbo in cebu city, philippines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563234805/a429e51e-4a10-45af-8fd1-fb1fb2846fac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Nino-Church-Downtown-Cebu.d553248621563234805.Attraction) ![Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115094/457efc9b-ceec-479d-b81e-7a37e1759ca5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral 4.5/5(4 reviews) Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Metropolitan-Cathedral-Downtown-Cebu.d6115094.Attraction) ![Basilica of the Holy Child featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115090/3db852fa-002f-4ff6-8f7a-2cb1783ef9ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Minor Basilica of the Holy Child 4.5/5(4 reviews) Marvel at the sacred image of the Santo Niño and see the 16th-century cross in this beautiful Catholic church in the Philippines. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minor-Basilica-Of-The-Holy-Child-Downtown-Cebu.d6115090.Attraction) ![Ayala Center showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115088/05c559a3-bf09-481d-9f20-24c8f8a193b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ayala Center 4.5/5(27 reviews) Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ayala-Center-Cartagena-Walled-City.d6115088.Attraction) ![Cebu City, Philippines - SM Seaside, and the under construction SM Arena and Convention Center at night, as seen from the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634504809108/52643bcd-aa6b-469c-aabf-5bb51ad8ebcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SM Seaside City Cebu 4/5(15 reviews) During your visit to Cebu City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at SM Seaside City Cebu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/SM-Seaside-City-Cebu-Mambaling.d553248634504809108.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588331/bc1eff08-45bd-445e-974e-3d35f70b2ff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour £56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-group-tour-best-cebu-city-tour.a47588331.activity-details) ![Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4580477/0fd629aa-efde-41e1-9c51-4151d012b00c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkeling £73 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-oslob-whale-sharks.a4580477.activity-details) ![Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/553582/17b7fcc8-2022-42e6-9501-6ce74ac1ec46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-mactan-cebu-international-airport-ceb.a553582.activity-details) ![Cebu: Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Snorkel Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48114893/32f7e7f9-3e09-438d-8952-f140bdd9d288.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu: Whale Shark, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Turtles Tour £88 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-whale-shark.a48114893.activity-details) ![Picture 2 for Activity Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48421800/ee877e81-80ab-4bba-bc38-16f7f8f65382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour £65 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-oslob-whale-shark-swim-and-sumilon-island-day-tour.a48421800.activity-details) ![Taoist Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2147679/b1bbfd2e-c9bb-4fc5-9368-1d3dc6b91eb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu City Tour £28 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-city-tour.a2147679.activity-details) [See all activities in Cebu City](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cebu-City.d800.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Central ![Radisson Blu Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3936400/3936349/476d0953_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Blu Cebu Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna Cebu City Cebu £92 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,091 reviews) Nice room! Bathroom could use a little bit of updating, but otherwise it was a nice and fairly spacious room. The buffet breakfast is definitely a highlight. Great location with walking access to the mall for restaurants and shopping, and an easy cab ride to other parts of the city. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=3936349&PinnedHotelID=3936349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/190600/190534/b02f9c5b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu £200 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,077 reviews) Staff were all lovely, incredible breakfast buffet. Great pool and grounds were immaculate. Great private beach as well. Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=190534&PinnedHotelID=190534&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![Seda Ayala Center Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28960000/28957400/28957361/3b1ee18f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Seda Ayala Center Cebu Cardinal Rosales Avenue Cebu City £86 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (621 reviews) the staff are respectful and friendly Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=28957361&PinnedHotelID=28957361&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![bai Hotel Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16458200/16458106/edd74a6a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### bai Hotel Cebu Ouano Avenue Cor Seno Boulevard Mandaue £62 11 Mar - 12 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mandaue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Very nice hotel with such a very kind crew. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=16458106&PinnedHotelID=16458106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83450000/83441100/83441053/a030eb58_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island Lapu-Lapu Central Visayas £182 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (393 reviews) I cannot put any faults on how Sheraton staff looked after us during my husband and I’s stay! Everyone is so helpful and friendly! Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=83441053&PinnedHotelID=83441053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) ![Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1192100/1192069/12c3a73b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu Punta Engano, Mactan Island Lapu-Lapu Cebu £113 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews) Fantastic location, with attentive staff, comfortable facilities and activities. Daily breakfast was delicious! Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=1192069&PinnedHotelID=1192069&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=910252487238262784) [See all 1,732 properties in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=910252487238262784) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City-Downtown-Cebu.dx553248635175054150) ![Have a taste of the Filipino history in this military defense structure, built by Spanish and indigenous Cebuano in the pier area of the city. #roadtrip](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/76aebee6-c75f-4de1-87c4-529f98407536.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Roque While visiting San Roque, you might make a stop by sights like Cebu Port and Colon Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-San-Roque.dx910260645424259072) ![Summarch is fast approaching. #Bohol #Philippines #Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/83b7a1f2-05fa-4de6-a096-7e52a1f471a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sambag I When in Sambag I, you can plan a visit to Colon Street and Mango Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Sambag-I.dx910267835730092032) ![Cebu Island which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6285592/558881ba-6f80-40a0-8ac4-37ef402cd27e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tejero While visiting Tejero, you might make a stop by sights like Robinsons Galleria Cebu and Cebu Provincial Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Tejero.dx910268752986628096) ![Mini cave #roadtrip #Summer #Philippines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/dfe3c4ad-57f4-45d6-8e5c-9f6b37aa5824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Cruz 5/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Santa-Cruz.dx553248635976397251) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Zapatera.dx910272868479188992) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Central Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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