Guidebook for Cebu City
Food Scene
Larsian is an old time favourite BBQ restaurant in Cebu City. Similar to Manila's Dampa, you'll get to pick your food & have it cooked by the resto. It is located near the Fuente Osmeña Circle in Cebu City, 3-6 minutes away from "LM8" by cab, & 9-10 minutes walk, if you'd like to stretch before / after^_^. It's a circle of small eateries where different vendors hawk their wide variety of affordable barbecues. The place is frequently visited by locals and tourists alike as it is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Although, most of the stalls set up shop between 10AM to 2AM, the place is usually crowded at night. So, when in Cebu, it's a no-brainer: enjoy a pig-out dinner at Larsian. BonAppetit!
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Larsian
1197 Dionisio Jakosalem StreetLarsian is an old time favourite BBQ restaurant in Cebu City. Similar to Manila's Dampa, you'll get to pick your food & have it cooked by the resto. It is located near the Fuente Osmeña Circle in Cebu City, 3-6 minutes away from "LM8" by cab, & 9-10 minutes walk, if you'd like to stretch before / after^_^. It's a circle of small eateries where different vendors hawk their wide variety of affordable barbecues. The place is frequently visited by locals and tourists alike as it is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Although, most of the stalls set up shop between 10AM to 2AM, the place is usually crowded at night. So, when in Cebu, it's a no-brainer: enjoy a pig-out dinner at Larsian. BonAppetit!
Drinks & Nightlife
La Vie Parisienne which means ‘Parisian Life’ in English. As part of the compound of the famous French restaurant, La Maison Rose. Located conveniently in Lahug, Cebu City, 8-9 mins away from "LM8" by Cab and a good 25-27min walk, the French Bakery is an ideal place to dine, and hang-out with friends. La Vie Parisienne offers dozens of choices from breads, pastries, cheeses and wine. Aside from what it is known for as "one of the best place to have wine and cheese", It also lets you experience an outdoor dining area with pink tree resembling cherry blossom trees, and white furniture’s that will greet you on your entry. It opens Daily from 7:00am to 12:00am. Relax, Enjoy, & Bienvenue à Cebu!
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La Vie Parisienne
371 Gorordo AveLa Vie Parisienne which means ‘Parisian Life’ in English. As part of the compound of the famous French restaurant, La Maison Rose. Located conveniently in Lahug, Cebu City, 8-9 mins away from "LM8" by Cab and a good 25-27min walk, the French Bakery is an ideal place to dine, and hang-out with friends. La Vie Parisienne offers dozens of choices from breads, pastries, cheeses and wine. Aside from what it is known for as "one of the best place to have wine and cheese", It also lets you experience an outdoor dining area with pink tree resembling cherry blossom trees, and white furniture’s that will greet you on your entry. It opens Daily from 7:00am to 12:00am. Relax, Enjoy, & Bienvenue à Cebu!
Sightseeing
The Fort San Pedro (or the Fuerte de San Pedro in Spanish) is a military defense structure in Cebu built by the Spaniards in 1738 under the command of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi, the first governor of Captaincy General of the Philippines. Part of the fort is a museum that displays legacies of the Spanish government and well-preserved Spanish artifacts like documents, paintings, and sculptures. It is located in A. Pigafetta Street, Cebu City, Just 10 minutes away from LM8 and a good 40min walk. It is open from 7:00am to 7:00pm with a very minimal entrance fee collected upon the entrance.
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Fort San Pedro
A. Pigafetta StreetThe Fort San Pedro (or the Fuerte de San Pedro in Spanish) is a military defense structure in Cebu built by the Spaniards in 1738 under the command of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi, the first governor of Captaincy General of the Philippines. Part of the fort is a museum that displays legacies of the Spanish government and well-preserved Spanish artifacts like documents, paintings, and sculptures. It is located in A. Pigafetta Street, Cebu City, Just 10 minutes away from LM8 and a good 40min walk. It is open from 7:00am to 7:00pm with a very minimal entrance fee collected upon the entrance.
The Heritage of Cebu Monument is a representation and illustration of sculptures depicting significant and symbolic events in the history of Cebu back from the time of Rajah Humabon to the recent beatification of the Cebuano martyr, Pedro Calungsod. The monument was built by the local artist, Eduardo Castrillo. Constructed in July 1997 & was finished & inaugurated on December 8, 2000. He & the late Senator Marcelo Fernan funded the construction together with other donations from private individuals & organizations. Located just a short walk from the famous Colon Street (the oldest street in the country), it is just 6-7 minutes away from LM8 by Taxi, & a good 25 minute walk.
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Cebu Heritage Monument
Sikatuna StreetThe Heritage of Cebu Monument is a representation and illustration of sculptures depicting significant and symbolic events in the history of Cebu back from the time of Rajah Humabon to the recent beatification of the Cebuano martyr, Pedro Calungsod. The monument was built by the local artist, Eduardo Castrillo. Constructed in July 1997 & was finished & inaugurated on December 8, 2000. He & the late Senator Marcelo Fernan funded the construction together with other donations from private individuals & organizations. Located just a short walk from the famous Colon Street (the oldest street in the country), it is just 6-7 minutes away from LM8 by Taxi, & a good 25 minute walk.
Magellan’s Cross holds a very big part of the history of Cebu. It is believed to be a Christian cross planted by the Portuguese and Spanish explorers headed by Ferdinand Magellan. It was planted upon their arrival in Cebu on March 15, 1521. That day also marked the birth of Christianity in the land. There are a lot of means to get to the Magellan’s Cross. From the airport, you can directly ride a taxi going to the City Hall or to the Sto. Niño Church which is also a major landmark in Cebu. It will cost you more or less P250.00 only. From LM8, It is just 10-11 minutes away by Taxi, and a good 30 minute walk.
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Magellan's Cross
P. Burgos StreetMagellan’s Cross holds a very big part of the history of Cebu. It is believed to be a Christian cross planted by the Portuguese and Spanish explorers headed by Ferdinand Magellan. It was planted upon their arrival in Cebu on March 15, 1521. That day also marked the birth of Christianity in the land. There are a lot of means to get to the Magellan’s Cross. From the airport, you can directly ride a taxi going to the City Hall or to the Sto. Niño Church which is also a major landmark in Cebu. It will cost you more or less P250.00 only. From LM8, It is just 10-11 minutes away by Taxi, and a good 30 minute walk.
Parks & Nature
known as the “Mini Amsterdam” in Cebu, Sirao Flower Farm is attracting tourists from all over the country and even foreigners. Located in a mountain barangay about minutes away from LM8 with motorcycles as best, fastest, and cheapest option other than a taxi ride with a little more expensive ride. The best time to go to the flower garden is when the sun is up. So weather checking is a must before heading there. A perfect angle of pictures are best taken during a sunny day. Roads are also slippery when it’s raining making it unsafe to travel since it is mountainous.
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Sirao Garden
Unnamed Roadknown as the “Mini Amsterdam” in Cebu, Sirao Flower Farm is attracting tourists from all over the country and even foreigners. Located in a mountain barangay about minutes away from LM8 with motorcycles as best, fastest, and cheapest option other than a taxi ride with a little more expensive ride. The best time to go to the flower garden is when the sun is up. So weather checking is a must before heading there. A perfect angle of pictures are best taken during a sunny day. Roads are also slippery when it’s raining making it unsafe to travel since it is mountainous.
Arts & Culture
The Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House is located at 155-Lopez Jaena corner Mabini Street, Parian District in Cebu, just 7-8 minutes away from LM8 by cab, and a good 25 min walk. It is just a few steps away from the Parian Monument which is also known as Heritage of Cebu Monument and meters away from Colon Street, the oldest street in the Philippines. Considered to be one of the oldest residential houses in the Philippines, the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House was built sometime between 1675 and 1700. Yap Sandiego Ancestral house is open from 9AM to 6PM. Entrance fee is P50 since there’s a tour guide that will assist you as you move through the place.
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Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
155 Mabini StThe Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House is located at 155-Lopez Jaena corner Mabini Street, Parian District in Cebu, just 7-8 minutes away from LM8 by cab, and a good 25 min walk. It is just a few steps away from the Parian Monument which is also known as Heritage of Cebu Monument and meters away from Colon Street, the oldest street in the Philippines. Considered to be one of the oldest residential houses in the Philippines, the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House was built sometime between 1675 and 1700. Yap Sandiego Ancestral house is open from 9AM to 6PM. Entrance fee is P50 since there’s a tour guide that will assist you as you move through the place.
Shopping
AYALA CENTER Cebu is located in the heart of Cebu City, 6 minutes away from LM8 by cab, and a good 17-20 minute walk. This mall offers premier shopping experience, entertainment and dining destination. Its design and architecture is very beautiful, attracting many Cebuanos and other business owners. Accessible to cars, taxi and local transportations. It is a good place for dining, hangout and a dating place. You can see many different shop located in its floors, these are categorized into clothing and apparels, Electronics Equipments, Computer Shops and many others. Mall Opening Hours are: Sunday to Thursday >10:00AM to 09:00PM; and Friday to Saturday 10:00AM to 10:00PM.
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Bohol AvenueAYALA CENTER Cebu is located in the heart of Cebu City, 6 minutes away from LM8 by cab, and a good 17-20 minute walk. This mall offers premier shopping experience, entertainment and dining destination. Its design and architecture is very beautiful, attracting many Cebuanos and other business owners. Accessible to cars, taxi and local transportations. It is a good place for dining, hangout and a dating place. You can see many different shop located in its floors, these are categorized into clothing and apparels, Electronics Equipments, Computer Shops and many others. Mall Opening Hours are: Sunday to Thursday >10:00AM to 09:00PM; and Friday to Saturday 10:00AM to 10:00PM.