Visit Santa Cruz
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Cebu Taoist Temple
Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.
Things to do
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour
Cebu: Whale Shark, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Turtles Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Moalboal Sardine Run & Turtles
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Belmont Hotel Mactan
Clean room, strong AC, helpful staff. Very comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Beautiful hotel and great service.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
JPark Island Resort & Waterpark
The staff was good. Clean bathroom, very white towels and amenities excellent.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Cebu
Yes bar staff super friendly as well as the dining staff we will stay again soon if it remains the same or better
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Everything well organize and good atmosphere
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
bai Hotel Cebu
Very Good
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
Cogon Ramos
While Cogon Ramos isn't home to many top sights, Mango Square and Cebu Business Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Capitol Site
When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Cebu Business Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Camputhaw
If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.
Central
If you're spending some time in Central, Minor Basilica of the Holy Child and Magellan's Cross are top sights worth seeing.
