In today’s booming tourism of Cebu, a visit to the Queen City of the South is incomplete without dropping by her gardens scattered around Cebu. This post is intended for those looking for IG-worthy flower gardens in Cebu.
1. Original Sirao Flower Garden – Little Amsterdam of Cebu
Dubbed to be the “Little Amsterdam” or “Mini Holland” of Cebu, Sirao Garden (or Celosia Flower Farm) is an 8,000-square-meter piece of uphill land. You will be seeing different types of flowers there, but the star is the celosia, which fully blooms in October. There are also bicycles, a windmill, fountains, and picket fences to resemble the fields of Amsterdam.
MORE INFORMATION:
- Entrance fee:
PP100 per head - Operating hours: 6AM to 6:30PM
- Contact details: 0943 706 3437
How to get there?
Exact location: Brgy. Sirao, Cebu City. Going there in your own vehicle can save you from the hassle of transferring between vehicles and can save you from spending for the fare. Your landmark would be Ayala Heights, take a right turn to Sirao Flower Farm.
- BY MOTORBIKE: From J.Y. Square Mall, take a habal-habal that will take you directly to Sirao Flower Farm for ₱400 roundtrip, good for 2 persons already. The driver may ask you for additional waiting fee of ₱100-200 per hour depending on your haggling talent. The ride will take 30-45 minutes to get there.
- BY VAN: From the Ayala Cebu PUV Terminal, you can ride a v-hire going to Sirao for ₱50 /head (one-way). Ask the driver to drop you off near Sirao Flower Garden. From there, ride a habal-habal going to the flower garden but it may take time to find one from this point, fare is ~₱20-30 /head.
- BY CAR / VAN FOR RENT: For van or car rentals, or to book an uphill tour (9 destinations in 1 day for only 999 pesos per person), book with our trusted travel partner SquadPH Tours and Travels.
2. Sirao Pictorial Garden and Camping Site (PGCS)
This garden is located just adjacent to the original Sirao Flower Farm. It still is worth checking out. The Sirao Flower Pictorial Garden features several “Instagrammable” spots and an infinity pool.
MORE INFORMATION:
- Entrance fee: P50 per head
- Operating hours: 6AM to 6:30PM for all visitors; 6:30PM to 6:30AM for campers
- Contact details: 0946 937 7891
How to get there?
Exact location: Brgy. Sirao, Cebu City. Going there in your own vehicle can save you from the hassle of transferring between vehicles and can save you from spending for the fare. Your landmark would be Ayala Heights, take a right turn to Sirao Flower Farm.
- BY MOTORBIKE: From J.Y. Square Mall, take a habal-habal that will take you directly to Sirao Flower Farm for ₱400 roundtrip, good for 2 persons already. The driver may ask you for additional waiting fee of ₱100-200 per hour depending on your haggling talent. The ride will take 30-45 minutes to get there.
- BY VAN: From the Ayala Cebu PUV Terminal, you can ride a v-hire going to Sirao for ₱50 /head (one-way). Ask the driver to drop you off near Sirao Flower Garden. From there, ride a habal-habal going to the flower garden but it may take time to find one from this point, fare is ~₱20-30 /head.
- BY OWN CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Sirao Flower Garden”. Parking fee is ₱20.
- BY CAR / VAN FOR RENT: For van or car rentals, or to book an uphill tour (9 destinations in 1 day for only 999 pesos per person), book with our trusted travel partner SquadPH Tours and Travels.
3. Terrazas de Flores
Being proudly a work of art by the local farmers using interlocking stones, Terrazas de Flores is a flower terraces botanical garden in Malubog, shortly after Busay. Originally thought of by a father to express his love for his children, truly, a labor of love will be observed. 127 species of beautiful tropical flora as well as music, poetry and paintings surround the garden. They also have a cafe that serves light meals, desserts, coffee and other refreshments among others. Their cozy cabanas and viewing decks are also spot-on to unwind and bask in nature’s glory.
MORE INFORMATION:
- Opening hours: 8:00 AM to 12:00 MN
- Entrance Fee: 100 pesos per person
- Contact number: 0917 653 4227
- Email address: [email protected]
How to get there?
Exact Location: Malubog, Cebu City (20 minutes away from JY Square and approximately 1km from the La Tegola / Tops Lookout – Busay road). Its garden gate is just right across Malubog Integrated School.
- BY VAN: From the Ayala Cebu PUV Terminal, you can ride a v-hire going to Busay/Balamban for ₱120 /head (one-way). Ask the driver to drop you off near Terrazas de Flores.
- BY OWN CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Terrazas De Flores”.
- BY CAR / VAN FOR RENT: For van or car rentals, or to book an uphill tour (9 destinations in 1 day for only 999 pesos per person), book with our trusted travel partner SquadPH Tours and Travels.
4. Buwakan ni Alejandra
Touched by the History of Passion and Love, this breathtaking place is only a few hours away from the busy streets of the city. Buwakan ni Alejandra, which is a Cebuano translation of: “Alejandra’s flower garden,” truly embraces Mother Nature for its varieties of blooming beautiful flowers. This flower garden is ideal for the nature lovers who’d love to go on adventures for they have a few equally amazing destinations too.
Photo by Dave Jan 
MORE INFORMATION
- Entrance Fee: ₱75 per adult, ₱50 per head for Kids, PWD & Senior Citizen
- Operating hours: 7AM to 6PM, Mondays to Sundays – but if there’s a storm, they will close the premises to protect the flower garden.
How to get there?
• Exact location: Brgy. Gaas, Balamban, Cebu – across Adventure Cafe (30-45 min drive from JY square or Marco Polo via the scenic Transcentral highway)
- BY VAN: Take a V-hire from the Ayala Center Terminal going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is P120 per person (one-way). Inform the driver to drop you off at Buwakan ni Alejandra.
- BY CAR: Parking space available. Just search for ‘Buwakan ni Alejandra’ in Gaas Balamban via Waze or Google Maps. Florentino’s is just across Adventure Cafe.
- BY CAR / VAN FOR RENT: For van or car rentals, or to book an uphill tour (9 destinations in 1 day for only 999 pesos per person), book with our trusted travel partner SquadPH Tours and Travels.
5. EVO Nature Camp
With around 40,000 bright and vibrant colors of the flower plants and 2,509 pine trees, giant ferns, and mountains of green, EVO Nature Camp in Balamban is the perfect place to unwind.
Aside from their beautiful flower garden, they also offer camping and trekking tours.
Rates:
- Entrance fee: ₱55 per head (with Environmental Fee); FREE for kids 7 years old and below
- Use of Gazebo: ₱150 per day
- Camping:
- Own tent: ₱300 (1-4pax) & ₱200 (5pax up)
- Tent rental: ₱300 (for 2 pax); ₱500 (for 4pax); ₱700 (for 6pax) — rental comes with inflatable beds
- Note: Bring your own beddings
- Corkage fee for food brought
- Trekking: ₱2,500 (for 1-5 pax); ₱500/excess; + ₱300 guide (per group)
- FREE use of Board Games: sungka, chessboard, jenga, snake and ladder, etc.
- Under Development
- Coming soon: Glamping “Glamorous Camping”
Other Information:
- Opening hours: 7AM to 8PM daily for day use
- Contact numbers: 0910 818 3651/ 09954283762/ 09164440633
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
How to get there?
Exact location: Brgy. Gaas, Balamban, Cebu – few meters before Adventure Cafe; approx. 1 hour drive away from JY Square Mall or Marco Polo via the scenic Transcentral Highway.
BY VAN: From the Ayala Center Terminal, take a v-hire going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is ₱120 per person (one-way). Inform the driver to drop you off at EVO Nature Camp in Brgy. Gaas.
BY CAR: Parking space available. Just search for “EVO Nature Camp” in Gaas Balamban via Waze or Google Maps.
RENT A CAR / TOUR: Avail an Uphill Cebu Package Tour (9 Destinations in 1 Day) for only P999 at SquadPH Tours and Travels.
6. MSDEA Ornamental Garden
Opened last November 11, 2018, a new flower farm has sprouted in Cebu City. But this time, it’s in Brgy. Sibugay (before Sirao from the city). MSDEA Ornamental Garden boasts a cool environment in a garden of heaven with the view of the mountains of Cebu City, the perfect place to unwind, relax and de-stress with an entrance fee of only 60 pesos per head.
MORE INFORMATION:
- Entrance fee: ₱60 per head for both adults & kids (20% Discount for Senior Citizens)
- Cottage fee: No fee if less than 3 hours; ₱500 for 3-4 hours (inclusive of corkage)
- Overnight stay: ₱2,000 per night, good for 2-4 persons
– They also sell chips and drinks inside.
How to get there?
Exact location: Pung-ol, Brgy. Sibugay, Cebu City — only 30 minutes away from the main road (JY Square Mall). This is located before Sirao & Ayala Heights, from the city going to Balamban. Only few meters away from Sibugay Barangay Hall.
- BY MOTORBIKE: From J.Y. Square Mall, take a habal-habal that will take you directly to MSDEA Ornamental Farm for ₱400 roundtrip, good for 2 persons already. The driver may ask you for additional waiting fee of ₱100-200 per hour depending on your haggling talent. The ride will take 30-45 minutes to get there.
- BY VAN: From the Ayala Cebu PUV Terminal, you can ride a v-hire going to Sirao for ₱50 /head (one-way). Ask the driver to drop you off near Sibugay Barangay Hall. From there, ride a habal-habal going to the flower garden but it may take time to find one from this point, fare is ~₱20-30 /head.
- BY OWN CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “MSDEA Ornamental Farm”. Parking fee is available.
- BY CAR / VAN FOR RENT: For van or car rentals, or to book an uphill tour (9 destinations in 1 day for only 999 pesos per person), book with our trusted travel partner SquadPH Tours and Travels.
I hope this article has helped you in your search but remember, ALWAYS BE A #RESPONSIBLELAAGAN.
