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10-Day Adventure in Cebu City: Explore the Rich Culture and Stunning Landscapes

Jaime Rodríguez Alemán

Jaime Rodríguez Alemán

18 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines. Discover the vibrant local culture, visit historical landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and marvel at breathtaking natural wonders. Join us on this unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Cebu City

Day 1
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$174

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$ 2

Fiji Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
20 - 24 min

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Isla Romantica
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$69
32 - 39 min

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Fort San Pedro
Remains of a triangular stone Spanish fortress, dating to 1738, today housing a garden & museum.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
11 - 14 min

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Dimsum Break
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
12 - 17 min

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Magellan's Cross
Cross brought by Spanish explorers in 1521, marking the start of Christianity in the Philippines.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$1
5 - 8 min

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Halad Museum
Museum exploring musical history of Cebu through antique instruments & memorabilia.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$64
5 - 6 min

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Mae Krua Thai Cuisine
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
Day 2
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$278

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$ 2

Joven's Grill
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$7
16 - 20 min

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Jumalon Butterfly Sanctuary And Art Gallery
Lush outdoor reserve featuring many species of butterflies, plus an indoor collection & art gallery.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$40
17 - 21 min

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Miguel López de Legazpi Monument
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$76
5 - 8 min

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Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Catholic cathedral completed in 1909, featuring an ornate golden altar & a Spanish-colonial facade.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
2 - 3 min

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Archdiocesan Museum of Cebu
Museum focusing on the history & culture of regional Catholicism, including colonial-era artifacts.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$36
6 - 8 min

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Mae Krua Thai Cuisine
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
6 - 8 min

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Colon Obelisk
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$66
4 - 5 min

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Casa Gorordo Museum
Built in the 1850s, this former residence of Juan Gorordo offers guided tours, a cafe & a gift shop.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$19
12 - 17 min

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Gerry's Grill
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$9
Day 3
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$177

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$ 2

Entoy's Bakasihan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
7 - 10 min

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Bantayan Bay Cordova
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$54
26 - 32 min

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Sugbu Chinese Heritage Museum
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$73
9 - 11 min

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Gerry's Grill
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$9
6 - 8 min

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Yap-San Diego Ancestral House
Historic residence constructed in the 17th century featuring hand-carved furniture, art & a garden.
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
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$14
7 - 9 min

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Taboan Public Market
Indoor market hall with stalls selling colorful local produce & heaped baskets of dried fish.
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
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$9
9 - 11 min

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Casa Verde
Home of the famous Brian's Ribs!
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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$11
Day 4
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$116

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$ 1

Chili’n Restobar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Plaza Independencia
Historic square & community hangout, well-known for its open, grassy field for picnics & recreation.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$16
4 - 6 min

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Minor Basilica of the Holy Child of Cebu (Basilica Del Sto. Niño)
Catholic church dating to the 1500s, rebuilt in the 1700s, known for its statue of Jesus as a child.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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$4
7 - 10 min

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Carbon Market
Bustling open-air market offering a wide variety of local produce, seafood & dry goods.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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$8
10 - 12 min

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Casa Verde
Home of the famous Brian's Ribs!
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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$11
10 - 15 min

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University of San Carlos Museum
Opened in 1967, this university history museum houses archaeological & biological exhibits.
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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$34
11 - 16 min

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Cebu Provincial Museum
Museum within a former jail featuring several galleries focused on regional history & culture.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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$23
9 - 14 min

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TGI Fridays
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$11
Day 5
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$309

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$ 2

Trattoria da Gianni
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
1 - 2 min

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Qube Gallery
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$68
10 - 12 min

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Philippine Chinese Spiritual Temple
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$83
16 - 24 min

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Fo Guang Shan Chu Un Temple
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$58
14 - 17 min

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KAYU: Kitchen + Bar
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$9
24 - 36 min

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Cebu Taoist Temple
Brightly painted hillside pagodas & prayer halls with striking dragon designs & views over the city.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$15
81 - 98 min

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Nerisville Selfie Corner
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$56
60 - 72 min

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La Tegola
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
Day 6
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$173

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$ 2

Kanyoen Yakiniku Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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Balai Oriental Massage and Wellness Spa
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$79
35 - 42 min

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Tops Lookout
Popular observation spot with casual dining options & sweeping views of the city.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
38 - 46 min

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La Tegola
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
23 - 28 min

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Budlaan Falls
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$48
19 - 23 min

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Delice Recipe
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$15
Day 7
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$260

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$ 2

Dimsum Break
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$7
22 - 27 min

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Igutan Falls
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$70
67 - 81 min

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Leah V. Albino-Adarna
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$80
28 - 34 min

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Sirao Garden
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$18
22 - 27 min

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Delice Recipe
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$15
21 - 26 min

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Celosia Flower Farm
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$55
49 - 59 min

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Urban Cellar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 8
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$185

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
87 - 105 min

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Mount Mauyog Pinnacle Karst
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$71
80 - 96 min

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Temple of Leah
Built in 2012, this elaborate Roman-style temple is dedicated to Leah Villa Albino-Adarna.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
48 - 58 min

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Litang's Barbeque
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
29 - 35 min

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Kawa Falls
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$81
38 - 46 min

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Way Tugpahay Siomai Sa Tisa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 9
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$173

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
23 - 28 min

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Terrazas de Flores Botanical Garden
Showcase of tropical blooms & native plants, grown on mountainside terraces, with cabanas & a cafe.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$29
27 - 33 min

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TIEZA Botanical Garden
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$74
163 - 196 min

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Central Cebu Protected Landscape
Remote, forested reserve set in mountains, with camping facilities, lookouts & popular trails.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$38
68 - 82 min

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Johnna's Liempo Haus
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$10
133 - 160 min

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Bastap Carmen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 10
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$126

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$ 1

D2K's Barbeque
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$7
50 - 60 min

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Sirao Pictoral Garden and Camping Site
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$51
50 - 60 min

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Genesis Valley
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$39
21 - 26 min

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Kuya J
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
1 - 2 min

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Chika-an sa Cebu
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15

Budget breakdown: $1980 In total

Activities & Food:$1969
Transport:$12