Title: Santa Cruz Travel Guide: Best of Santa Cruz, Cebu City Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels.d553248635976397251.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cebu City](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cebu-City.d800.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Santa Cruz Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Cruz.d553248635976397251.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Cruz Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.d553248635976397251.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Santa Cruz Travel Guide ## Cebu City ![Photo by Lala](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2e826e121c639d98d80ae836f5e2b088.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Lala](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2e826e121c639d98d80ae836f5e2b088.jpg) ![Photo by Francis Redillas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5d22c906acdf2aa72f6ede81d6a5ebdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Francis Redillas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5d22c906acdf2aa72f6ede81d6a5ebdf.jpg) ## Visit Santa Cruz Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cebu City travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City.dx800) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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 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) ![a fight like no other... let's go BOODLE FIGHT! 💪🏼 Now before you go on a flight or fight mode, boodle fight is actually a military style of eating where people gather round long tables and food is prepared on top of banana leaves. You will find yourself in a "fight” that refers to the act of grabbing and eating as much as you can before others grab them or runs out 😂 #TroverFoodies #ginnysjournal #Cebuseries #uniqueexperience](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/fb5f35e6-1434-4ee5-8ae4-5f59d4e1a551.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SM Seaside City Cebu 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) ![Colon Street which includes fashion](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6259137/1d416117-5707-4215-9791-8ac4024cee8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colon Street Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon-Street-Downtown-Cebu.d6259137.Attraction) ![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 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) ![I am not yet done for the day! 😃 Today has been an interesting walk... my happy feet seems to know where the most happening place is and found myself at another happy place! National Bookstore in Mango Avenue 😃 where they are currently having their 2019 Book Binge Bazaar. I immediately sent photos and sale alert to my fellow bookworms who might also want to take this book binge opportunity ☺️ #ginnysjournal #bookworm #booklover #happyplace #happyfeet](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/e98fc23c-a8ac-4adc-9d93-28b3c86e69b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mango Square During your trip to Cebu City, you can do some window-shopping at Mango Square. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mango-Square-Cebu.d553248635939591555.Attraction) ![Cebu which includes a pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248622625881655/1e1d5c25-7a96-4387-bc5c-63117c211a49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mountain-View-Natures-Park-Cebu-City.d553248622625881655.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 £57 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 £145 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-oslob-whale-sharks.a4580477.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 £89 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 £66 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) ![Cebu: Beach Scuba Diving Experience with Transfer and Gear](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49107102/a11656df-427c-4b4e-bd51-ec6853f4cb63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu: Beach Scuba Diving Experience £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-beach-scuba-diving-experience.a49107102.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 Santa Cruz ![The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45820000/45810500/45810437/4d14eb87_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Dapdap Lapu-Lapu Cebu £128 20 Jan - 21 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (535 reviews) Nice & clean rooms but the water temperature fluctuates from cold to hot when taking a shower. Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=45810437&PinnedHotelID=45810437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![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 5 Feb - 6 Feb 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! (1,069 reviews) Incredible hotel. Lovely staff. The marine conservation efforts are outstanding. Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=190534&PinnedHotelID=190534&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![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 £85 19 Jan - 20 Jan 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! (1,075 reviews) Friendly and accommodating staff, spacious and clean room. Very responsive to additional requests. Thank you and will surely come and stay with Radisson Blu again. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=3936349&PinnedHotelID=3936349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![JPark Island Resort & Waterpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2880000/2874000/2873976/18533234_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JPark Island Resort & Waterpark M L Quezon Highway, Maribago Lapu-Lapu Cebu £194 19 Jan - 20 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Pool was cloudy. The skimmer box for thr pool is above the waterline so it doesnt filter all day. Only refill the pool to the correct level every other day. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=2873976&PinnedHotelID=2873976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![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 £179 25 Jan - 26 Jan 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! (377 reviews) Nice large rooms, hotel also has good gym facilities Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=83441053&PinnedHotelID=83441053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![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 £85 20 Jan - 21 Jan 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! (597 reviews) Seda is always one of my go to staycation places in Cebu near Shopping mall and variety of restaurants. The staff are friendly, kind, and polite. Kudos to the parking staff forgot their names but they made our parking smooth and safe during holidays. Parking guard helped me to get parking ticket ... Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=28957361&PinnedHotelID=28957361&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) [See all 1,777 properties in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635976397251) 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-Cogon-Ramos.dx910276944910655488) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bc7e6d8d5fa50139aedfb28128536add.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sambag II Though Sambag II may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mango Square and Colon Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Sambag-II.dx910268115454033920) ![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) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/380509b6d7e3264d6998b6d695668db2.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 which includes a luxury hotel or resort, a beach and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51602-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Capitol Site 3/5(6 area reviews) When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Cebu Business Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Capitol-Site.dx553248635976394791) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4607bf578e54ba765ec396bd1a5dc85c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Camputhaw If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Camputhaw.dx910284702208925696) --- --- - [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) # Santa Cruz 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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app