Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Cebu City December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Cebu City Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City.dx800)[Hotels in Cebu City](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City-Hotels.d800.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cebu City](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cebu-City.d800.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Cebu City Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cebu-City.d800.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cebu City Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City.d800.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Cebu City ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Cebu City Types of activities Where to stay [Cebu City travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City.dx800) ![Cebu which includes general coastal views and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129055-Cebu-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kawasan Falls showing a waterfall and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129074-Cebu-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Simala Shrine](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129117-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Fe Ferry Terminal showing general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129113-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cebu showing a beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129078-Cebu-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Cebu City Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Cebu City has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Cebu City, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Cebu City with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Cebu City Cebu City is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Cebu City, and make it a breeze to explore Cebu City and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Cebu City to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Cebu City, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Cebu City. #### Cebu City attractions Cebu City has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Cebu City to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Cebu City. Looking for things to do in Cebu City can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Cebu City | Number of things to do | 165 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)](/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-mactan-cebu-international-airport-ceb.a553582.activity-details): £23 | | Top 5 things to do | [Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Sardine Snorkelling](/things-to-do/cebu-oslob-whale-sharks-tumalog-falls-sardine-snorkelling.a4580477.activity-details)[Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour](/things-to-do/cebu-group-tour-best-cebu-city-tour.a47588331.activity-details)[Cebu: Whale Shark, Monkey Sanctuary, & Moalboal Snorkel Tour](/things-to-do/oslob-whale-sharks-tumalog-falls-and-monkeys-private-tour.a48114893.activity-details)[Cebu: Oslob Whale Shark Swim and Sumilon Island Day Tour](/things-to-do/cebu-oslob-whale-shark-swim-and-sumilon-island-day-tour.a48421800.activity-details)[Oslob Whaleshark, Sumilon Sandbar & Tumalog Falls Tour with Lunch](/things-to-do/oslob-whaleshark-sumilon-sandbar-marine-sanctuary-with-lunch.a45727303.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Cebu City Tour](/things-to-do/cebu-city-tour.a2147679.activity-details)[Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)](/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-mactan-cebu-international-airport-ceb.a553582.activity-details)[Cebu: Beach Scuba Diving Experience](/things-to-do/cebu-mactan-scuba-diving-experience-beach-1or2-dive.a49107102.activity-details)[3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour](/things-to-do/3-hour-small-group-cebu-city-tour.a2147560.activity-details)[Cebu: Scuba Diving Experience beach entry in Mactan](/things-to-do/cebu-scuba-diving-experience-beach-entry-in-mactan.a48538493.activity-details) | | With kids | [Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour](/things-to-do/cebu-group-tour-best-cebu-city-tour.a47588331.activity-details)[Cebu City Tour](/things-to-do/cebu-city-tour.a2147679.activity-details)[From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch](/things-to-do/island-hopping-nalusuan-hiltungan-and-caohagan.a47257962.activity-details)[Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour](/things-to-do/cebu-simala-historical-tour.a1250854.activity-details)[3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour](/things-to-do/3-hour-small-group-cebu-city-tour.a2147560.activity-details) | ## What to do in Cebu City --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ayala Center showing a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129304-Ayala-Center.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) ![Colon Street which includes fashion](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129226-Colon-Street.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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/489000/489252-magellans-cross.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) ![Philippines Taoist Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129122-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Taoist Temple Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Taoist-Temple-Lahug.d6115096.Attraction) ![Santo Nino Church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b4f4ddc1636b35d8332c6910904db8bd.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) ![Tops Lookout which includes a garden and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129123-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tops Lookout Enjoy a sunrise or sunset and capture photos of the city from this fort-like viewpoint on a mountain with food stalls lining its access road. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tops-Lookout-Cebu.d6259148.Attraction) ![Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129063-Cebu-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral 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) ![Yap Sandiego Ancestral House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129442-Yap-Sandiego-Ancestral-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yap-Sandiego-Ancestral-House-Downtown-Cebu.d6285586.Attraction) ![Basilica of the Holy Child featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129376-Basilica-Of-The-Holy-Child.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minor-Basilica-Of-The-Holy-Child-Downtown-Cebu.d6115090.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Cebu City ![Cebu City featuring a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129094-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Cebu 3.5/5(5 area reviews) Downtown Cebu is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City-Downtown-Cebu.dx553248635175054150) ![Philippines Taoist Temple which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129119-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lahug 4/5(17 area reviews) Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-City-Lahug.dx553248635939576190) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129423-Carmelite-Monastery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mabolo 2.5/5(3 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Mabolo.dx553248635964998466) ![Ayala Center featuring modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129084-Cebu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Luz If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Luz and surrounding area, you can visit Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cebu-Luz.dx910304902327214080) ![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) ![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) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Cebu City ![Lapu Lapu featuring heritage architecture and religious aspects](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129180-Lapu-Lapu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lapu-Lapu ![J Centre Mall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/129000/129415-J-Centre-Mall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mandaue ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cebu City worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Cebu City? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Cebu City? ### Is three days enough to stay in Cebu City? ### Is Cebu City a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Cebu City with kids? > - [Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-group-tour-best-cebu-city-tour.a47588331.activity-details) > - [Cebu City Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-city-tour.a2147679.activity-details) > - [From Cebu: Island Hopping to 3 islands with BBQ lunch](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/island-hopping-nalusuan-hiltungan-and-caohagan.a47257962.activity-details) > - [Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cebu-simala-historical-tour.a1250854.activity-details) > - [3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-small-group-cebu-city-tour.a2147560.activity-details) ### What to do in Cebu City for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Cebu City? ![](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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