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 ![Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/dfe3c4ad-57f4-45d6-8e5c-9f6b37aa5824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## 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](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) ![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 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](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) ![Cebu City, Philippines - May 17, 2024: The NUSTAR Resort and Casino, a premier 5-star integrated resort, and the mountains near the city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248622625800389/b2ba31f0-7b61-43e0-8b01-5a2e2f9ea5fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waterfront Cebu City Casino Why not try your luck with a visit to Waterfront Cebu City Casino during your travels in Cebu City? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterfront-Cebu-City-Casino-Lahug.d553248622625800389.Attraction) ![Magellan's Cross](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) ![Mountain View Nature's Park](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 ![Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588331/4b0f7641-be59-4786-b1cc-fec6c4055d66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour £58 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-group-tour-best-cebu-city-tour.a47588331.activity-details) ![Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48218753/83556fbf-d490-47f3-94f8-abcc1b516e1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour £78 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-whale-shark-swim-and-kawasan-canyoneering-tour.a48218753.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 £74 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-oslob-whale-sharks.a4580477.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) ![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) £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-mactan-cebu-international-airport-ceb.a553582.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 ![Fili Hotel Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77830000/77828300/77828290/3563c23b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fili Hotel Cebu Nustar Resort, Kawit Island South Road Cebu City Central Visayas £94 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions SM Seaside City Cebu and Ayala Center are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews) Great resort with luxury shopping and 24 hour casino. The room was clean and had a great water view. The breakfast buffet was excellent, providing ample selection for dishes of various cuisines, desserts and fresh fruits. There was a consistent staple of various dishes with other dishes and fresh ... Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=77828290&PinnedHotelID=77828290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/190600/190534/c0c91ae0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £206 11 Apr - 12 Apr 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,104 reviews) This was a beautiful hotel but does need a renovation of rooms as outdated, very clean rooms excellent staff. We were upgraded to a sea view room overlooking pools and gardens, however there was a wedding one night and it was really loud even with TV on went on for about 5 hours with the host constantly ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=190534&PinnedHotelID=190534&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![Radisson Blu Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3936400/3936349/e338d25b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Blu Cebu Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna Cebu City Cebu £69 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 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 in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,115 reviews) We stayed overnight for my daughter's prom day. Thanks to Pau fr Club lounge who assisted us to have a room right away.the housekeeper who assisted us to make our rollaway bed was kind and helpful -thank you! The room was clean and our sleep was comfortable. It was a quiet relaxing night. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=3936349&PinnedHotelID=3936349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![ Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/380000/375200/375155/79599bba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa Marigondon Lapu-Lapu Cebu £192 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Excellent place to unwind and relax! Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=375155&PinnedHotelID=375155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![JPark Island Resort & Waterpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2880000/2874000/2873976/5614a631_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JPark Island Resort & Waterpark M L Quezon Highway, Maribago Lapu-Lapu Cebu £216 5 Apr - 6 Apr 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! (1,002 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=2873976&PinnedHotelID=2873976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397251) ![Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1192100/1192069/ea4fb82f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu Punta Engano, Mactan Island Lapu-Lapu Cebu £126 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this 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. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Good location, not far from the airport. Room was nice, I was upgraded to a one-bedroom suite. The building itself could use an upgrade, for example the hallway carpets smelled a little musty, but the staff were very friendly and helpful. Nice chocolate buffet and happy hour. Decent choice for when ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Cogon-Ramos.dx910276944910655488) ![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) ![Sambag I](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) ![The cross of Ferdinand Magellan in Cebu, Philippines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394791/a132947a-9a03-4cfc-9c5b-b33923ea44d6.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) ![Camputhaw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800/e98fc23c-a8ac-4adc-9d93-28b3c86e69b7.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) ![Metro Cebu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/910252487238262784/3ac8f2e7-3e40-4a11-bad4-d6072de1c2e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central If you're spending some time in Central, Magellan's Cross and Colon Street are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Central.dx910252487238262784) --- --- - [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