Magellan's Cross
Downtown Cebu
A cross planted by Magellan's expedition in 1521, housed in a small chapel, marking the arrival of Christianity in the islands.
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Visayas
Cebu City
Cebu · Philippines
The oldest city in the Philippines and the hub of the Visayas, blending Spanish-colonial heritage sites with hillside gardens, temples, and viewpoints.
Places to visit
Basilica Minore del Santo Niño
Downtown Cebu
The country's oldest Roman Catholic church, home to the revered Santo Niño image and heart of the January Sinulog festival.
Fort San Pedro
Downtown Cebu
The oldest and smallest stone fort in the country, a triangular bastion near the pier with quiet gardens inside.
Temple of Leah
Busay hills
A grand Roman-inspired temple built as a tribute of love, with columns, statues, and views over the city.
Sirao Flower Garden
Busay hills
A colourful hillside garden of celosia sometimes called Little Amsterdam, popular for photos in the cooler uplands.
Local tips
Try Cebu lechon
Cebu is famous nationwide for its lechon — crisp-skinned roast pork seasoned so well it needs no sauce.
Use the hills for a day
Many top viewpoints and gardens sit in the Busay hills; string them together by car or half-day tour.