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Trip.Best Top 7 Best Things to Do in Cebu [2024]
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Updated Sep 2024
- 6.24.7/5284 ReviewFrom1497.25
based on 2737 reviews"Swimming with whale sharks in Cebu was an incredible experience! Initially, I was quite nervous, but the experienced staff were reassuring and made me feel very comfortable. I didn’t expect the whale sharks to be so close—it was shocking at first, but I quickly grew fond of their harmless nature. These gentle giants were beautiful and graceful, and interacting with them was surreal. This adventure turned out to be one of the bravest, most unforgettable things I’ve ever done."Oslob>100km from downtown
No.2 of Water Fun Attractions in CebuHighlights: • Get up close and personal with gentle giants in Oslob, Cebu, Philippines.• A unique interactive wildlife experience that will surely become a wonderful adventure memory.• Feed the sharks and explore the coral reefs off Cebu’s southern coast.△ Be prepared for close encounters with whale sharks.△ Explore the wonderful underwater world.Show Less - 5.04.3/5313 ReviewFreebased on 1840 reviews"it was great to visit cebu’s greatest landmark, it was full of culture and religion."Cebu.Cebu Downtown3.1km from downtownHighlights: The Magellan Cross is the symbol of Cebu, and the image of the chapel appears in the center of the city emblem. This is the cross that Magellan erected on the beach after arriving in Cebu, symbolizing the colonization of the islands by the Spanish king, and is now housed in a hexagonal pavilion in the center of Cebu City Hall. The ceiling frescoes of the hexagonal chapel still retain their original appearance, and the realistic ceiling frescoes on the top of the cross are of great ornamental value. Cebuans believe in and respect this cross with historical and cultural significance. Every Sunday morning, countless good men and women bring incense and candles to pray for peace and good luck.Show Less
- 4.94.5/565 ReviewFree"Beautiful island in the Philippines! I loved spending time there because it was sooo relaxing. I'm planning to go back soon!😍😍😍"Lapu-Lapu City.Mactan8.8km from downtownNo.3 of Water Fun Attractions in CebuHighlights: If you come to Cebu City by plane, then Mactan Island is your must stop. Because the Mactan-Cebu International Airport in Cebu City is located on Mactan Island. This small island has all the modern amenities, besides having a national airport and a taxi ride to Cebu City, there are numerous luxury resorts on the island. This is a pure vacation island, with the most vacation spots in Cebu. There is no hustle and bustle and commercial taste of Cebu. There are beautiful beaches and resort facilities everywhere, luxury hotels, first-class restaurants, shopping malls are dizzying, and a variety of water activities such as windsurfing, diving, etc., make tourists physically and mentally. Comfortable, happy and unforgettable. The reason why Mactan Island is truly world-famous is because it is the site of the martyrdom of sailing explorer Magellan. On April 27, 1521, Magellan, who had successfully preached in Cebu, was full of confidence and prepared to cross the Mactan Strait to Lapulapu to continue to preach Catholicism. When he arrived, he was stopped by the patriarch of Labrabu and his warriors, who killed him. Later generations built the Magellan Martyrdom Monument at the site of Magellan's martyrdom in 1866 to commemorate the great navigator. There are also paintings describing Magellan's deeds nearby, which are worth watching. The Labrabu Monument commemorating the same war is also located on Mactan Island. The monument was built in the early 20th century. The Labrabu on the monument holds the weapon that he fought against Magellan in that year to show the heroic courage of the Filipinos. The monuments are only 100 meters away.Show Less
- 4.54.5/5228 ReviewFree
based on 2175 reviews"At night, the Basilica del Santo Niño in Cebu emanates a majestic and serene atmosphere. The facade is often illuminated, highlighting its Spanish colonial architecture, while soft lights create a tranquil ambiance around the church ground. The surrounding areas may feature gentle night sounds, contributing to a peaceful and spiritual experience."Cebu.Cebu Downtown3.1km from downtownHighlights: The Church of the Holy Infant is located near Magellan's Cross. It was rebuilt in 1740 and has a history of more than 200 years. It is the oldest Roman Catholic church in the Philippines. In a room of the church there is a statue of a young Jesus, which according to legend was given to the Queen of Cebu by Magellan in 1521, and many locals will line up to pray here. The church has been bombed by wars many times, but the statue of the Holy Infant in the church is not damaged at all, so the locals call it a miracle, and worship of the Holy Infant has become one of the religious activities on the island. There is also a wishing pool in the church. I heard that it can cure all diseases. Many Catholics pray sincerely by the pool. A small museum inside the Museum Church that showcases the long traditions of Cebu City. Many ancient objects are on display, including century-old furniture, priests' robes, and various cloaks dedicated to the Holy Child. Religious objects such as statues and figurines and everyday objects from nearby monasteries are also displayed.Show Less - 4.44.7/546 ReviewFrom1473.61"moalboal. main attraction at moalboal is the sardine storm. can be access from Cebu via bus/van from the south bus terminal"Moalboal66.5km from downtownNo.1 of Water Fun Attractions in CebuHighlights: Mobo is famous because of the sardine storm, which can be seen diving, snorkeling or freediving because the sardines are several meters underwater. Mobao is one of the rare places in the world where you can see a different school of suffocating sardines every day. For those who like fish, Mobao diving can be said to be a worthwhile trip.Show Less
- 4.44.4/5196 Reviewbased on 1334 reviews"this was an amazing experience and having a tour guide to explain the history behind the fortress made it worthwhile."Cebu.Cebu Downtown3.4km from downtownHighlights: San Petro Fort is located next to the port. It is also known as the ancient castle of the Philippines with the Santiago Castle in Manila. It was built by the Spanish invaders when they arrived in the Philippines to defend against the attacks of the southern Philippines. During the Second World War, the castle was used to defend against the Japanese army, and the Latin American troops were stationed here as a camp. Many famous officers were stationed here. There are many traces of war here, which can be said to have been deeply imprinted by the war. Now it is a school classroom. There is a museum in Fort San Petro, which displays some of the art treasures salvaged from the old Spanish sailing ship and the sunken "Santiago".Show Less
- 4.34.6/572 Reviewbased on 83 reviews"Shiseido Island has a pristine and natural scenery, and is like a paradise. The sun is shining, the sea is clear, the blue sea and blue sky, and the white sand is fine. It is known as one of the seven beautiful beaches in the world. This island is not large in size and has a small resident population. Many tourists come every day. The local folk customs are simple and hospitable. There is a seafood market on the island, fresh."Lapu-Lapu City19.3km from downtownNo.4 of Water Fun Attractions in CebuHighlights: The scenery of Shiseido Island is pristine and natural. The water here is clear and the sun is abundant. Every peak season, tourists who yearn for sunshine and blue seas will flock from all over the world. It was once known as one of the seven beautiful beaches in the world. Compared with Bohol Island, which is well-equipped with modern facilities, Shiseido Island is a paradise born. The local folk customs are simple and hospitable. At night, the islanders gather together, play guitars and some local musical instruments, and sing and dance. Shiseido Island has several island names. In the history of the Philippines, it was called "Kalhagan". Later, Shiseido took the scene here to shoot cosmetics, so the island is also called "Shiseido" Island. However, people still like to call it "Wangyou Island", because everyone who has been here can really feel the meaning of these two words. Shiseido Island is about the size of ten football fields and has a population of over 300. The north and south coasts of Shiseido Island are pulling some ropes. It turns out that the islanders have an unwritten rule that fishing is not allowed in these roped sea areas in order to preserve marine resources and protect the ecological environment. People love nature and love life.Show Less
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FAQ
What Best Things to Do are there in Cebu?
These are all Best Things to Do in Cebu:Oslob Whale Shark Watching, Magellan's Cross, Mactan, Basilica Minore del Santo Nino, Moalboal Sardines Storm
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Cebu?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Cebu include:Oslob Whale Shark Watching:4.7, Magellan's Cross:4.3, Mactan:4.5, Basilica Minore del Santo Nino:4.5, Moalboal Sardines Storm:4.7
At what locations in Cebu can Best Things to Do in Cebu be found?
The Best Things to Do in Cebu are mainly located in:Oslob Whale Shark Watching:Oslob, Magellan's Cross:Cebu, Mactan:Lapu-Lapu City, Basilica Minore del Santo Nino:Cebu, Moalboal Sardines Storm:Moalboal
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