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Cebu City travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

Magellan's Cross, Cebu City
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Common scams in Cebu City

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Cebu City, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Cebu City — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Cebu City

6 places worth your time in Cebu City, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Cebu City →

Top food to try in Cebu City

6 dishes to eat in Cebu City, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Cebu City →

Traditions and customs in Cebu City

5 customs and traditions in Cebu City — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Cebu City →

Getting around Cebu City

How to travel around Cebu City — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Cebu City: transport and taxi apps →

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