10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Cebu Island That You Shouldn't Miss

April 6, 2022 Marianna Hollaway

Discover the best top things to do in Cebu Island, Philippines including Casa Gorordo Museum, Aguinid Falls, 1730 Jesuit House, Tumalog Falls, Monastery of the Holy Eucharist, Binalayan Hidden Waterfalls, Hermit's Cove, Yap Sandiego Ancestral House, Paradise Beach, Sirao Flower Garden.
Restaurants in Cebu Island

1. Casa Gorordo Museum

35 Lopez Jaena Street, Cebu City 6000 Philippines +63 32 411 1767 http://www.facebook.com/casagorordomuseum/
Excellent
66%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 481 reviews

Casa Gorordo Museum

This museum looks at local life in the 1800s.

Reviewed By sophiaalyssal

I really loved the place! I like how everthing was well preserved and taken care of. The museum showcased a lot of historical events and facts, and kept the antiques in place. Also, the tour guides were really accomodating and were very knowwledgeable.

2. Aguinid Falls

Barangay Tangbo, Samboan 6027 Philippines +63 912 345 6789 http://ckandj.com/
Excellent
70%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 270 reviews

Aguinid Falls

Reviewed By nealo50

We went as a couple and had an amazing adventure here. The pair of us were new to waterfalls and the falls were just perfect for non-climbers. A real adventure. What we would have done without are two excellent guides I don’t know, Carlos and his cousin lead us with expert and got this 61 year old and partner up the 8 levels with great care. Thoroughly recommended for the adventurous first timer. A waterproof camera would be a good extra as the scenery here is breathtaking.

3. 1730 Jesuit House

Zulueta Street Parian, Cebu City 6000 Philippines +63 935 998 4966 http://cebuheritage.com/heritage-of-cebu/old-houses/jesuit-house-of-1730-in-pari-an/
Excellent
62%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 165 reviews

1730 Jesuit House

Reviewed By Muguncjb2015 - Chennai (Madras), India

It is a historical site. However, the entry road on a narrow side street looked dirty and after entry to the 1730 Jesuit House wondered it was a old hardware crap store. But that is ground level. They collect a entrance fee of 50 pesos. I am not sure, it includes a guide, but a girl guide came to explain about the Jesuit House. It is wooden made two storey house. The house was once the residence of the Jesuit superior who was assigned in Cebu. The two-storey house has cut coral stone walls, tugas hardwood floors and posts, and terracotta roof connected on its second floor by a walkway to a smaller house. The house has a small library, a chapel, and some rooms. The house has a lot of old items like piano, sewing machine, projector, type writer, for music, radio, phone, lighting, etc, etc. It is difficult to find such old items at one place, therefore it is a must visit in Cebu. Can spent more than 30 minutes here. The attractions "1730 Jesuit House", "Yap Sandiego Ancestral House" and "Cebu Heritage Monument" are located at less than a minutes walk.

4. Tumalog Falls

Tumalog, Oslob 6025 Philippines
Excellent
57%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,100 reviews

Tumalog Falls

Reviewed By florisag873 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

We really enjoy the raw beauty of the falls . Looking up the falls and the century trees around was very relaxing.

5. Monastery of the Holy Eucharist

Marian Hills, Sibonga Philippines +63 938 880 8325
Excellent
69%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Monastery of the Holy Eucharist

6. Binalayan Hidden Waterfalls

Brgy. Bonbon Cebu Island, Visayas, Samboan 6027 Philippines http://thoughtstalesandwhatnot.com/2015/05/23/samboan-binalayan-falls/
Excellent
59%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Binalayan Hidden Waterfalls

Reviewed By marielakwatsera - Metro Manila, Philippines

This hidden waterfalls is one of the places i looked forward to when visiting cebu. You will hike for about 15-20mins to get there. This place is very small, but it offers different level/height of jumping spots. If you are a bit adventurous, you could also jump from inside the falls. The climb is challenging. The pool is small and shallow so be extra careful and always listen to your guide. The water is so refreshing that you can enjoy swimming here especially in the afternoon. Tour guides are required when visiting this place. There are designated tourguide assigned at the entrance. Please give tips to your guides because they are there to make sure you are safe while still having fun. :)

7. Hermit's Cove

Brgy. Kantabogon, Aloguinsan 6040 Philippines
Excellent
52%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

Hermit's Cove

Reviewed By giaf866

we are staying in pinamungajan cebu foe this trip plan. .this place is so beautiful and mesmerizing view during the trip. . you can go here by motorbikes . .a beautiful beach in the foot of the mountain. . .

8. Yap Sandiego Ancestral House

155 Mabini St. Parian, Cebu City 6000 Philippines +63 32 266 2833 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/OfficialYapSandiegoAncestralHouse/
Excellent
44%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 559 reviews

Yap Sandiego Ancestral House

One of the oldest residential structure in the Philippines.

Reviewed By edith_trinidad26 - Manila, Philippines

The experience was unexpectedly great! What we thought would be just another one the usual visits to an ancestral house turned out to be the most interesting part of our itinerary. Thanks to our tour guide, Lloyd, who made the tour very interesting and entertaining.

9. Paradise Beach

Philippines +63 912 345 6789 http://ckandj.com/
Excellent
53%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 233 reviews

Paradise Beach

Reviewed By 257giacomof - Losone, Switzerland

Sandira Beach (aka Paradise Beach) is a 30 min walk from Santa Fe town, or few min by bike. There is a 50php fee. Being said that, the place is just amazing, very quite with one of the best water I’ve ever seen. There is no bar or anything that sells water, beer or food so you should organize yourself. There are some wooden beach umbrellas that create some helpful shadow :)

10. Sirao Flower Garden

Busay, Cebu City 6000 Philippines +63 946 183 1320 http://www.facebook.com/SiraogardenLittleAmsterdam/?fref=hovercard
Excellent
32%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 261 reviews

Sirao Flower Garden

Reviewed By lakwatserongkuripot - Baguio, Philippines

We haven't enjoy much since it rained (sad) but I can assure that this place is beautiful and refreshing. A lot of spots that you can take an unlimited pictures (Instagrammable pictures!!). Some spots are not yet finished. You can also buy "pasalubong" like ref magnets and others. There's a lot of food stalls outside the garden. There's an entrance free (not sure hm much but it's not that expensive). You must visit this place (Amsterdam of the Phil)...

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