Banilad Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Carson Tilley
Photo by Carson Tilley

Popular places to visit

Ayala Center which includes a park

Ayala Center

4/5(31 reviews)

Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound.

Ayala Center
Magellan's Cross

Magellan's Cross

4/5(28 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.

Magellan's Cross
Colon Street which includes fashion

Colon Street

Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.

Colon Street
Sirao Flower Garden

Sirao Flower Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sirao Flower Garden
Philippines Taoist Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Cebu Taoist Temple

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.

Cebu Taoist Temple
Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral showing religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

4/5(7 reviews)

Learn the intriguing history and admire the whitewashed façade of this cathedral that is the heart of Catholic pride in Cebu.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Activities

Group Tour of Cebu City's Historical and Cultural Sites

Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour

NZ$101
per adult
Cebu Group Tour: Best Cebu City Tour
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

NZ$161
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.

Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.

NZ$102
per adult
Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.
Whaleshark

Full Day Private Tour in Cebu Island

NZ$256
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Private Tour in Cebu Island
Cebu Whalesharks & Sumilon Island Journeys

Cebu Whalesharks, Sumilon Island & Tumalog falls

NZ$232
per adult
Cebu Whalesharks, Sumilon Island & Tumalog falls
Cebu Safari Journeys

Cebu Safari Journeys

NZ$221
per adult
Cebu Safari Journeys
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Our pick of the best Banilad Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu
5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna, Cebu, Cebu
The price is NZ$189 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cebu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice except for vip breakfast lounge not much choices and the cold."

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Radisson Blu Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is NZ$507 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$507
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"We like the breakfast buffet. So many choices!! The hotel staff are friendly and polite."

Reviewed on 12 Dec. 2024

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$308 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
NZ$308
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)
"Great place...we had a Governors Suite which was excellent."

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
Marigondon, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is NZ$360 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
NZ$360
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Epic Resort Property...
"Having stayed at all inclusive and or resort properties on 6 continents, I can say this was one of, if not the best. It is not all inclusive, and can be considered expensive for South East Asia, but it was well worth the price. It was less money per night than the Hilton Saigon Executive Lounge Floor, ..."

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
4 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Central Visayas
The price is NZ$456 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
NZ$456
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (200 reviews)
"The staff approachable good service peaceful and quiet I will come back this place. Surroundings the ambiance."

Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
4 out of 5
Dapdap, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is NZ$207 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)
"Incredible hotel, perfect on every level"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu
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Other neighbourhoods around Banilad

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Talamban

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Talamban and surrounding area, you can visit Streetscape Mall Cebu and Banilad Town Centre.

Talamban
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Kasambagan

While Kasambagan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.

Kasambagan
Philippines Taoist Temple which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Lahug

Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cebu Taoist Temple and Ayala Malls Central Bloc while you're in town.

Lahug
Ayala Center featuring modern architecture

Luz

If you're spending some time in Luz, Ayala Center and IEC Pavillon are top sights worth seeing.

Luz
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Mabolo

If you're spending some time in Mabolo, SM City Cebu and Carmelite Monastery are top sights worth seeing.

Mabolo
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Camputhaw

If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.

Camputhaw

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