Ultimate Guide: Top Things to Do in Cebu City (2025 Edition)

Last Updated on June 26, 2025 by Roxanne Tamayo

Cebu City Travel Guide is up. Here are some quick things to do in Cebu City when you feel bored and have nothing to do. As a person living in the province of Cebu, where I live an hour away from Cebu City, there are times that I’ve been stuck at home because of work and need a quick getaway. Last August 2016, I got the chance to get off the grid for one day and not think about work. I just re-visited some places, which is the usual destination of Cebuanos.

Transportation

Rent or Hire a Motorbike in Cebu City

Riding or driving a motorbike is the best way to get around Cebu City. You need a driver’s license. If you have a friend who knows how to drive a motorbike and owns one, tag him/her along for a day trip and pay for the gasoline. The daily rate for a rental ranges from P450 to P600, good for 24 hours.

Rent and Drive a Car in Cebu City

If you have your own car, then tag along your family for a road trip or ask one of your friends who has a car and tag other friends to cheap in the gasoline. The more, the merrier. But you can rent a car in Cebu by the moment you arrived at Mactan Cebu International Airport.

Public Jeepney

A public jeepney will cost at least PhP 7.00 from Colon to Lahug but you need to transfer to another jeepney if you’re going to another destination.

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Taxi

This is the most expensive but for the convenience with an aircon then go for this.

Quick Things To Do in Cebu City near Busay

Here are the scenic views and nature escapes of the mountainous area of Cebu City which is in Busay. This is accessible with a motorbike, a car or a taxi. You can start getting around in the morning.

Sirao Flower Garden or the Little Amsterdam of Cebu

The flower farm became popular in 2015 which a lot of people flocked the place with a lot of selfies uploaded on social media. Going to the place makes you feel you’re experiencing the spring season. Entrance fee is PhP 20 for quick photos and for pre-wedding photos cost higher for PhP 500. You can book a tour with Klook.

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Temple of Leah

This place was built for love, to honor his wife named Leah. Temple of Leah looks like you’re in Greece with a nice overlooking of Cebu City. Entrance fee is PhP 50. In the future, this will be a perfect place for a wedding reception or maybe, just imagine you’re going to a dance ball or a masquerade party with a fairy tale feeling. You can book another tour using Klook.

Mountain View Nature Park Busay

Mountain View Nature Park is a nice play for people who love the outdoors and want to be close to nature in just few minutes. You can hike and take photos along the way. What I love about this place is the rope course. Make sure to bring off lotion to avoid mosquito bites. You can book other Cebu City tours via Klook.

Lantaw Native Restaurant

A restaurant with a nice overlooking of Cebu City. You can go there by lunch or dinner and they serve Filipino food.

Explore Cebu City Attractions with Rich History

• Magellan’s Cross: A significant historical landmark marking the arrival of Christianity in the Philippines.
• Basilica Minore del Santo Niño: The oldest Roman Catholic church in the country, housing the revered Santo Niño statue.
• Fort San Pedro: A military defense structure built by Spanish and indigenous Cebuano laborers.

Savor Cebu’s Culinary Scene

• Lechon: Try the famous Cebu-style roasted pig, considered one of the best in the Philippines.
• Larsian BBQ: A popular spot for grilled meats and seafood, offering an authentic local dining experience.
• Pungko-Pungko sa Fuente: Experience local street food by trying deep-fried delights served in a traditional manner.

Shopping and Entertainment

• Ayala Center Cebu: A premier shopping mall with a mix of international and local brands, dining, and entertainment options.
• SM Seaside City Cebu: One of the largest malls in the Philippines, featuring an IMAX theater, ice skating rink, and a rooftop garden.

Cultural Experiences

• Sinulog Festival: Held every January, this grand festival features street dancing, parades, and religious processions in honor of the Santo Niño.
• Casa Gorordo Museum: A preserved Spanish colonial mansion showcasing Cebu’s history and culture.

Additional Tip

Obviously, Sirao Flower Farm is best to go during day time and should be the first one to go to. Temple of Leah, Mountain View Park and Lantaw Native Restaurant are just near to each other. You can skip Mountain View Park if you don’t want a long hike and finish it on lunch time. This can be done half day. If you want to finish it on dinner time, trips to Mountain View Park, Temple of Leah and Lantaw Native Restaurant are possible.

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