Biggest food market in Cebu! Sugbo Mercado is a famous local food market located in IT Park. The market is known for a wide variety of excellent cuisines at affordable prices. It is a popular hangout for the locals.

The Cebu Taoist Temple was built in 1972 by the Cebu’s substantial Chinese community. This temple is composed of two different temples: one is the Phu Sian Temple, built by another Chinese community, which is not open to the public; another is the main temple which is 270 meters above sea level.

The latter is the only temple open to worshippers and non-worshippers. Entrance to the temple is a replica of the Great Wall of China. The temple includes a chapel, library, souvenir shop, and a wishing well. It also has a spacious balcony that has an access to the scenic of the city.

The mansion is the Taj Majal of Cebu, built by the owner in memory of his wife. This 7-story Roman-inspired architectural shrine has 24 chambers housing a library, bar, museum, and gallery. It is located at the top of the hill, overlooking Cebu.

About ten kilometers away from downtown Cebu, a popular destination among tourists sits on top of the summit of Mt. Busay in Lahug. Tops Lookout or simply Tops to locals is an observatory deck and a picnic place overlooking the city of Cebu, Mandaue, and Mactan Island. On top of the mountain, an interesting concrete fortress-like structure can be found where small stores, bars, and cafés are located. There are small benches around the deck where tourists can relax and breathe in all of nature’s glory.

Visit several islands around Cebu on this island-hopping tour, which includes chances to swim and snorkel in the ocean in between island stops. A guide will be available to lead the way, following a carefully planned itinerary. You may opt to bring food and drinks on the boat to keep you fueled up! This tour lasts typically between 6-10 hours, an all day trip!

One of the most popular pilgrimage sites is the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino de Cebu, recognized as the oldest Catholic church in the Philippines.

Located right next to Sto. Nino, Magellan’s Cross holds a very big part of the history of Cebu. It is a Christian cross planted by the Portuguese and Spanish explorers headed by Ferdinand Magellan. It was planted upon their arrival in Cebu on March 15, 1521. That day also marked the birth of Christianity in the land.

The original cross was believed by the people of old to have miraculous healing powers so they started chipping it away. Because of that, the government officials was prompted to supposedly encased it in another wooden cross made from tindalo.

This popular attraction is dubbed as the “Little Amsterdam of Cebu” because of its Netherlands-like tulip field, windmills, and a backdrop of the mountains. Garden lovers would surely enjoy the delightful sight of the sea of vibrant flowers at Sirao Garden as well as its cute arrangements. It is 40+ minutes from the City.

Swim with sardines and turtles at Moalboal!

They are also known for canyoneering activities!

Visit the virgin island of Cebu, Bantayan, also known to the locals as the Boracay of Cebu! Plenty of resorts to choose from as well as water activities and island hopping.

Malapascua Island, located in the northern part of Cebu, is just one of the many islands you can explore in the Philippibes. But what makes this small island a must-visit is that it's the only place in the whole world where you can dive with thresher sharks on a nearly daily basis.

Malapascua Island is known for some of its popular attractions, which includes Bounty Beach, Langub Beach, Logon Beach, Japanese Wreck Marine Sanctuary, and Guimbitayan Beach.