Cebu is more than just beaches, lechon, and city life, it’s a living canvas.
From intimate university galleries to globally recognized art spaces, the Queen City of the South offers creative hubs where artists, thinkers, and curious visitors meet. Here’s your guide to some of Cebu’s most compelling art spaces.
Qube Gallery
Since opening in 2013, Qube Gallery has quietly but become a cornerstone of Cebu’s contemporary art scene. It began as an independent space for experimentation, nurturing works that were still in progress, yet full of promise and curiosity.
Now in its twelfth year, Qube has refined its curatorial vision, working with a focused roster of artists whose practices reflect both technical mastery and conceptual depth. Representation here is long-term and collaborative, built on trust and dialogue.
How To Get There?
Location: Crossroads, Banilad, Cebu City
By Car: Navigate Qube Gallery via Waze or GoogleMap.
By Commute: Take a jeepney bound to Banilad and get off crossroads, then walk to Qube Gallery.
Jose T. Joya Gallery
The Jose T. Joya Gallery, run by the Fine Arts Program of UP Cebu, is a breeding ground for new talent. Entirely student-managed, it fosters collaboration between the academe, local artists, and the public.
Beyond being an exhibition space, the gallery functions as an academic hub, hosting research projects, talks, and workshops on art history, criticism, and curatorial studies. It’s a place where emerging artists can test boundaries, experiment with new mediums, and find their voice in Cebu’s growing art scene.
How To Get There?
Location: 2nd Floor, Undergraduate Building, UP Cebu, Gorordo Ave.
By Car: Navigate UP Cebu via Waze or GoogleMap
By Commute: Ride any jeepney going to UP Cebu, the gallery is located at the 2nd floor, Undergraduate building, UP Cebu, Gorordo Ave.
ArtCebu
ArtCebu isn’t just a gallery,it’s a movement to put Cebu art on the world map. Through exhibitions, cultural events, and workshops, the organization promotes education, appreciation, and global awareness of local artistry.
Since its founding, ArtCebu has hosted art appreciation workshops, collaborated on poetry readings, organized outreach projects, and launched an online portal that connects Cebuano artists to the world.
Follow their events via artcebu.com
National Museum of the Philippines – Cebu
A stunning heritage building reborn as a cultural powerhouse, the National Museum of the Philippines – Cebu houses exhibits on archaeology, fine arts, and ethnography. Here, history and art converge, offering visitors both aesthetic delight and a deep sense of place.
How To Get There?
Location: Plaza Independencia, Cebu City
By Car: Navigate National Museum of the Philippines-Cebu via Waze or GoogleMap
By Commute: Ride a jeepney to Plaza Independencia or ride a MyBus and tell the driver to drop you off at National Museum of the Philippines-Cebu.
Cebu City Museum – Cultural and Historical Affairs Commission
Once the provincial jail, Museo Sugbo now serves as Cebu’s central museum, managed by the Cultural and Historical Affairs Commission. Its galleries trace the city’s journey from pre-colonial times to the present, showcasing artifacts, artworks, and cultural treasures that define Cebuano identity.
How To Get There?
Location: Museo Sugbo, M.J. Cuenco Ave., Cebu City
By Car: Navigate Cebu City Museum via Waze or GoogleMap.
By Commute: From Cebu City, ride a jeepney bound Osemena Blvd. Ask the driver to drop you off at Cebu City Museum, the museum is just along the side walk.
From contemporary visions to heritage treasures, Cebu’s art spaces invite you to slow down, look closer, and join the conversation. Whether you’re stepping into the minimalist halls of Qube, the vibrant energy of a student-run gallery, or the historic walls of the National Museum, you’ll find that Cebu’s creative spirit is very much alive, and it’s only getting stronger.
