Mang-laag ta mga beh!
Mga bai, it’s finally that time of the year where we want to travel and go on a vacation. But what happens if you don’t have the budget to travel abroad? Worry less, Cebu city has a lot to offer and a true metropolis where you can get what you want in a few hours drive away.
In this article, we will be mentioning nine tourist attractions in Cordova, Cebu and what drives us to visit this beautiful place. Without further ado, here are nine tourist attractions in Cordova:
Bantayan Bay, Cordova
Many have been drawn in by the pristine natural beauty and ala “Maldives” feels of Bantayan Bay in Cordova, Cebu. Bantayan Bay is located in Sitio Bantayan. Swim in the refreshing shallow waters of this beautiful sandbar while enjoying the native floating cottages.
Mangroves grow at the edge of the sandbar where the sandy terrain suddenly drops into a dark blue abyss in the ocean. It’s truly a gift of nature when walking around the waters of the bay and enjoy the scenic view of the pristine white beaches of Cordova.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
Environmental Fee:
- 1-8 Years Old: Free
- 9-17 Years Old: P10 per head
- 18 Above: P20 per ahead
Bora Bora Rates:
- Table: P500
- Kubo: P1,500
- Floating Cottage: P5,000 per day, good for 20 persons; 25 with kids
Other fees:
- Boat transfer: P30 (from sandbar to floating cottages)
- Other Floating Cottages: P3,500 to P5,000 per day, good for 20 persons; 25 with kids
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Sitio Bantayan, Poblacion, Cordova, Northern Cebu — approx. 45 minutes away from Mactan-Cebu International Airport
- BY V-HIRE: Go to SM City Cebu Van Terminal and ride a van going to Cordova. The van will drop you off at Gaisano Grand Mall Cordova. From Gaisano Grand Mall Cordova, you may ride a tricycle going to “Bantayan Bay” or you can ride a taxi.
- BY PUBLIC VEHICLE: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Gaisano Grand Mall Cordova”. From there, ask around for directions going to Sitio Bantayan or Bantayan Bay.
Solea Mactan Resort, Cordova
Solea Mactan Resort is an exciting, enjoyable, and enriching family experience. A perfect place to be looking at the beautiful and relaxing panoramic view of the sea and not having to worry about a thing. A couple of family and friends would have a great time.
The resort offers this marvelous experience, picturesque sunrise and sunset views, immersive colorful gardens, contemporary rooms, children friendly pools, and value for money—all in value for money.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
The rates are depending on the chosen packages.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Contact Number: +63 32 517 8889
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SoleaHotels
- Website: https://www.soleahotels.com/
- Email Address: [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Wahing Street, Brgy. Alegria, Cordova, Philippines
- By Car: Using Waze or Google Maps, set your destination to Solea Mactan Resort. Parking space is available.
Cordova Home Village, Cordova
Situated at a 650-metre distance from Cordova Reef Resort, the Cordova Home Village Resort offers forty rooms. Located merely a five minute walk from Cordova Church, the resort is also a twenty-five minute walk to the Happy World Museum. The accommodation is near Gilutongan Island in Cebu. There is Fort San Pedro about fifteen minutes away while SM City Cebu – Cordova V-hire bus station.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
The rates are depending on the chosen packages.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Contact Number: 0923 154 9845
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CordovaCebuHomeVillageInc/
- Email Address: [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Filemon Nuñez St., Lapu Lapu City, Philippines
- By Car: Using Waze or Google Maps, set your destination to Cordova Home Village. Parking space is available.
Lantaw Floating Restaurant, Cordova
Lantaw is a Bisaya word that translates to “look out” . It is a floating restaurant located in Day-as, Cordova where you can enjoy having an intimate dinner with your family while watching the sun finally set with the calming sound of the seawater surrounding the restaurant.
With bamboos dominating every structure, this restaurant boasts an Asian theme, with bamboos dominating every chapter. Indeed, it is one of the best restaurants in Cebu.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
BEST-SELLERS
- Crispy Pata
- Tuna Panga
- Crispy Kare-Kare
- Buttered Shrimp
OTHER INFORMATION
- Contact Number: (032) 514-2959 / 0945-361-5091
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LantawFloatingNativeRestaurant
- Opening Hours: 11AM to 9PM daily
- They also accept orders for take-outs or deliveries from 9:30 AM – 7 PM daily.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Barangay Day-as, Cordova, Northern Cebu — approx. 1.5 hours away from Cebu City.
- By Car: Just type in “Lantaw Floating Restaurant Cordova” on Waze or Google Maps. Spacious parking lot is available around the area.
- By taxi or grab: From Cebu City, trip would cost around P250 – P350 (3-4 people) one-way.
- V-hire: You can ride a V-Hire stationed at SM City Cebu bound for Cordova. Fare is P40-P50 and you can get off at the Cordova Grandmall. From there, you can ride a tricycle to Lantaw with fare around P10-P15 per person.
Villa Asela A Garden Resort, Cordova
Villa Aserela Garden Resort is one of the resorts that is situated in Cordova, Mactan Island, Cebu, that offers swimming pools, great choices of accommodation and services to its guests. It offers budget rates but with great facilities and services to all guests from all walks of life. This garden resort offers a fun and relaxing atmosphere for friends and families who wish to have an outing together.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
Entrance fees:
- Adults: 50 pesos
- Children: 40 pesos
- Cottage Rental: 200-400 pesos
OTHER INFORMATION
- Contact Number: (032) 260 1998
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/@mactancordova
- Website: N/A
- Email Address: [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Cordova, Philippines
- By Car: Using Google Maps and Waze and set your destination to Aserela A Garden Resort.
10,000 Roses Cafe, Cordova
The 10,000 Roses Cafe—is one beautiful place and the roses aren’t real. These are artificial, LED powered roses. It is undeniably one of the most popular and sought after cafe in Cebu. Atleast three days from now, will surely be enjoying the hype now and eventually be worrying for the curious and excited guests.
10000 ROSES CAFE details:
• Exact Location: Day-as, Cordova, Cebu (beside Lantaw Floating Restaurant in Cordova)Sinulog merchandise
• Operating hours: 10:30AM to 10:00 PM
• Entrance Fee: None as of the moment P20 per person
How to get there?
• OPTION 1 – PRIVATE VEHICLE: It’s still best to bring your own vehicle so you won’t have a hard time going back to the city. You can use Waze or Google Maps, just type in “10,000 Roses Cafe Cordova”.
• OPTION 2 – TAXI/UBER/GRAB: Taxi/Uber/Grab ride from the city would cost you around P250-300, good for 4 people.
• OPTION 3 – V-HIRE: From SM City Cebu Terminal, ride a v-hire going to Cordova (P40/pax fare) then drop at Cordova Grandmall. From there, ride a tricycle going to Lantaw (P10/pax fare). 1000 Roses Cafe is just beside Lantaw Cordova.
• OPTION 4 – JEEPNEY: From SM City Cebu Terminal, ride a jeepney going to Parkmall (P7/pax fare). From the Parkmall terminal, ride another jeepney going to Lapu-Lapu City. Take the one with Tamiya/MEPZ 2 and Opon Mercado routes (P7/pax fare). Ask the driver to drop you off at SuperMetro just beside General Milling Corp (P10/pax fare). Then ride another jeepney going to Cordova, at Gaisano Grand Cordova and ride a tricycle to Lantaw or 10,000 Roses Cafe (P10/pax fare).
Happy World Museum, Cordova
This is the perfect place to laag! Be amazed and ready to take a picture with your best poses with the 85 visually stunning artworks at the Cebu Happy World Museum Miracle Art in Cordova, Northern Cebu. The museum wants locals to experience these extraordinary activities without spending much to fly to other countries just to explore and experience it.
The eighty-five artworks are divided into six sections: World famous section, Religious belief section, Ocean section, Jurassic animal section, Philippine pride section, and the ending section.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- Adults: ₱350 per head (19 y/o & above)
- Child: ₱250 per head (4 y/o to 18 y/o)
- 0-3 y/o: Free
- Senior Citizen or PWD: ₱250 per head
OTHER INFORMATION
- Contact Number: 0915 041 0081
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/miracleartcebu
- Website: N/A
- Email Address: [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Lot 2-A-3 Brgy. Gabi, Cordoba, Cebu City
- By Car: Using Waze or Google Maps, set your destination to Cebu Happy World Museum. Ample parking space is available
- By Grab/Taxi: Just pin your location to Cebu Happy World in Cordova. If the driver is unfamiliar, tell him to go to the Cordova Municipal and turn left at the intersection of the municipal hall. The museum should be at the left side of the road. Estimated fare is 250-350 if from the city.
Entoy’s Bakasihan, Cordova
Entoy’s Bakasihan is probably the oldest and most famous restaurant serving bakasi in town as the area is abundant with reef eels because the sea’s tidal flats are muddy and grassy which are conducive to the eel’s sustenance.
You get to eat a delicious meal of Linarang na Bakasi without breaking the bank. Enjoy the breeze while savoring your meal.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
Menu
- Cuisines: Filipino
- Menu: Linarang-bakasi, kinhason, adobong nokos, guso, shrimp, ginamos, suwaki, pancit, fish, bakasi, shellfish, sliced octopus, broiled crab, and fried prawns.
- Price per serving: P30
- Fresh Bakasi: P100 per 2 dozen
OTHER INFORMATION
- Contact Number: 0943 359 9048
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/entoysbakasihan
- Opening Hours: 8AM to 7PM daily
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Kampay Beachv, Barangay Buagsong, Cordova, Northern Cebu — 1-2 hours away from Cebu City, approx. 45 minutes from Mactan Airport.
- By Car: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Entoy’s Bakasihan, Buagsong, Cordova, Cebu” or refer to the map below. Parking space is available.
- BY VAN: From the SM City, ride a V-hire. Ask the driver to drop you off at the Gaisano Cordova Mall. Fare is ₱30 (one way). From the Gaisano Cordova Mall, you can either take a habal-habal (motorcycle) going to Entoy’s Bakasihan or if you can take the tricycle or trisikad. Fare is ₱20-50 (one way).
Nalusuan Island, Cordova
Nalusuan Island Resort and Marine Sanctuary is located at Olango Reef, Cordova, Mactan, Cebu, 6017, Philippines. You will enjoy the underwater exploration and island adventure that this resort can offer. Whether you are a fitness enthusiast or looking for a way to unwind after a hard day — you will be entertained with top class regional facilities.
The guest can choose from 17 rooms, all which exude an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. Please do take note that this island resort does not allow pets and the island resort also offers impeccable services to invigorate travelers.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
The list of rates are depending on the chosen package.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Contact Number: +63 32 505 4595
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NalusuanIsland
- Website: https://nalusuanislandresort.com/
- Email Address: [email protected] and [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Olango Reef, Cordova Mactan, Cebu, 6017, Philippines
- By Car: Using Waze and Google Maps, please set your destination to Nalusuan Beach Resort and Marine Sanctuary
