Cebu is not only
known for almost a hundred of sprouting tourist destinations from north to
south but also for its unique and delicious food.
As you stroll around Cebu, one wouldn’t have the complete experience without visiting Larsian sa Fuente. It is known as one of the to-go BBQ places from people here in Cebu, Balikbayan, and often the most recommended for first-timers and tourists in Cebu.
Last November 2018, the Cebu City Government reopened Larsian sa Fuente to the public, promising a cleaner and more organized tummy-filling place for a better dining experience. The variety of food have also widened.
Aside from the usual BBQs, they now serve other local dishes such as larang (fish stew), other seafood, and desserts, among others.
Larsian Sa Fuente is located right in the heart of the city (beside Chong Hua Hospital, near Robinsons Cybergate). It is open 24 hours daily, but most of the stalls set up shop between 10 AM to 2AM.
Average Price
Other information
Operating hours: 6AM-6AM (Preferred time to visit is 6PM –
11PM)
Contact number: 0922 620 5921
How to get there?
Exact location: Fuente Osmena Circle, Don Mariano Cui St, Cebu City.
BY CAR: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to
“Larsian Sa Fuente”. Parking space is available.
BY JEEP: You can ride any jeep that goes to Fuente Osmena Circle ( 04B, 04D, 04H, 06B, 06C, 06D, 06F, 06H, 07B, 07D, 07E, 12L, 14D,17B, 17D).
UPDATE (30-Jan-2019): The free MyBus shuttle service has started today. Please see complete schedule and route below.
Cebu City Government through Mayor Tommy Osmeña signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Metro Rapid Transit Services Inc., this is for the additional buses that they will be lending the city government to ferry night shift workers from IT Park to Mabolo and Ayala Center Cebu (vice versa).
Part of the agreement is that there will be 3 buses provided by Metro Rapid Transit Services Inc. and the city government will shoulder the fuel allocation for the buses.
Mayor Osmeña said that this is for the safety of those working at night. It will be for free even for those who are not from Cebu City.
The operators are looking at serving free rides from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am and is said to start by mid of January 2019 and has already started operating since January 30, 2019. The buses will have a capacity to carry of 42 passengers.
With the words “eat-all-you-can”, “seafood” and “buffet” in one sentence, and the crazily attractive pricing at ₱199, this new seafood restaurant in Cebu City has definitely caught your attention.
Imagine, for only ₱199 per head, you will get UNLIMITED food such as: Shrimps, Tahong, Small Crabs, Talaba, Kinilaw na Guso & Lato, Sinigang Soup, Humba, Kaldaretang Manok, Buttered Chicken, Special Chopsuey, Special Bam-i, Atchara, and Kimchi. Whew, did you just read all these aforementioned food? What more if you get to eat all of them, without any limit?
‘Eat All You Can Ni Juan’ Seafood Buffet restaurant has opened its first branch in Cebu City last January 27, 2019 (the original branch is located in Carcar City).
It is located at GND Building, F. Cabahug St., Cebu City (across GAGFA / Sykes Mabolo Building), and is open from 10AM to 12MN.
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
UNLIMITED…
Shrimps,
Tahong,
Small Crabs,
Talaba,
Kinilaw na Guso & Lato,
Sinigang Soup,
Humba,
Kaldaretang Manok,
Buttered Chicken,
Special Chopsuey,
Special Bam-i,
Atchara,
Kimchi
…all these for only ₱199 per head!
Other information:
Senior Citizens and PWDs: ₱160 per head
4-7 years old: ₱99 per head
Operating hours: 10AM to 12MN daily
How to get there?
Exact location: GND Building, F. Cabahug St., Cebu City — across GAGFA / Sykes Mabolo Building.
BY JEEPNEY: The only jeepney passing through Panagdait is 03A from Carbon / Colon / Mabolo (PLDT Mabolo, across Landers Superstore). Drop off at GAGFA Building or Sykes. The restaurant is located just right across.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “GAGFA”. The restaurant is located just right across.
Upgrade your way of sightseeing and see the world in an
encompassing view way up high.
Southern Air Flight Services presents you with the ride of a
lifetime in their flightseeing tours inside Cebu, to the abundant green of
Bohol, to the majestic beaches of Bantayan and you can even have chartered
flights.
This flight adventure is famous among tourists and locals
alike.
IG-worthy photo with the aircraft!Ready to take off. But first… selfie!Another selfie, but now up in the sky! Wohoo!
Our experience have led us to the route of Bohol. Flying in
the skies was both thrilling and exciting. Riding in such a small plane did
give us the fright but the captain have assured us that it is completely safe.
There were a lot of sights to behold during the flight that would give a different feel seen far above. This includes the very colorful Happy beach, squares of mangroves in the middle of the ocean, islands like Nalusuan island, the beautiful rivers of Bohol and of course the famous chocolate hills.
Aerial view of Happy Beach Cebu in MactanThe famous Chocolate HillsSagbayan Peak BoholOne of the amazing views we’ve seen. Guess where?Nalusuan Island in Olango, Cebu
1. Flight-seeing Tour Bohol
Route: From Mactan Cebu to Carmen Bohol above the Chocolate Hills to Sagbayan Bohol (over the mesmerizing Sagbayan Peak) and lastly to Tubigon Bohol flying back to Mactan Cebu
Time: 20-30 minutes
Rate: ₱9,000 good for 3pax
2. Flight-seeing Tour Cebu
Route: From the north to the south of Cebu. Fly over the majestic mountains and picturesque waters in the Queen City of the South.
Time: 30-40 minutes
Rate: ₱13,000 good for 3pax
3. Flight-seeing Tour Bantayan
Route: Be captivated by the crystal waters of Bantayan. Soar above one of the jewel islands of Cebu. You can also opt to upgrade on your trip by going on a daring adventure with Skydive Greater Cebu.
Mayday Parade is all set for their Philippine tour of the Sunnyland this 2019. They will be playing in Cebu for the very first time on May 3, 2019 (Friday) at the Sky Hall of SM Seaside City Cebu.
American rock band Mayday Parade made their debut in the mid-aughts with the gold-certified A Lesson in Romantics, which featured a passionate emo-punk sound similar to contemporaries like Yellowcard, Plain White T’s, and All Time Low.
After the Cebu concert on May 3, the band will stage another concert in Manila on May 5, 2019 (Sunday) at the New Frontier Theater, Cubao.
Tickets to Mayday Parade’s Welcome To Sunnyland Philippine Tour will go on sale on February 1, 2019 (Friday), 10AM. For the Cebu show, tickets will be available through SM Tickets outlets nationwide and online (www.smtickets.com).
Concert Details:
Mayday Parade, LIVE in CEBU
May 3, 2019 (Friday) @ 8PM
Sky Hall of SM Seaside City Cebu
Ticket Prices
Tickets will go on sale starting Feb. 1, 2019 at 10AM.
You might have heard of this paradise already, or actually have been here in one of your private events or school outings. This is the St. John’s Country Palace, one of Cebu’s fast-rising exclusive resorts situated in Talamban, Cebu City. It is the place where you can indulge in the beauty of nature — a serene and secluded location atop a hill, overlooking the scenic view of the city.
Photo by Christine Noay
Photo by Christine Noay
Rates & Other Information
Currently, they do not accommodate walk-ins. They only accept exclusive bookings for the meantime.
Day Use: – Exclusive fee (see below) + ₱150 per person (minimum of 30pax) – Free use of their clubhouse, pool area, swimming pool and fish spa – 9AM to 7PM only
Exact location: Cabangahan Consolacion via Pit-os Talamban, Cebu City.
From USC-TC in Talamban , ride a 62C or 62B jeep, follow the Pit-os route until you see the “Cebu International School” in Pit-os, Talamban. Go straight a few meters and you’ll see the “Flying V” gas station. Take the first right turn AFTER the gas station (there is a Julie’s Bakeshop branch at the corner). Which will lead you to a road heading towards Brgy. Cabangahan. Go straight, and after an estimated 5 minutes, you will finally reach the place. “St. Johns Country Palace” is located across “Cabangahan Elementary School”.
You can also bring your own vehicles. There’s an ample parking space in the resort. Just navigate on Waze when going there.
The most breathtaking view in the waters of Cebu is happening on January 19, 2019 — an annual event held every third Saturday of January (a day before Sinulog).
Hundreds of decorated boats, barges and yachts, a rain of confetti from helicopters, drum beats and the lively cheers are enough to put someone and every Sugboanon in the festive atmosphere.
January 19, 2019 (Saturday) Event Details:
What: Fluvial Procession of the Miraculous Image of the Santo Niño
Time: 6:00AM on Saturday
Route: NAVFORCEN Lapu-Lapu to Pier 1
Where to watch? Pier 1, 2 & 3 / Mactan Bridge
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island NomadPhoto by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
The fluvial procession is an annual tradition that marks the
start of the official Sinulog festival. Although it is a solemn event in
sending Sto. Niño to visit his foster father, St. Joseph at the St. Joseph
Parish in Mandaue City.
After spending the night in St. Joseph Parish the image of
the baby Jesus will then travel back to reenact the coming of Sr. Sto Niño
carried by the Spaniards five centuries ago.
Note: The Cebu coast guard will probably close the Mactan channel to public sea crafts for at least four hours to give way to the fluvial parade.
To honor the Catholic Church’s Santo Niño de Cebu, Cebuanos celebrate the Sinulog Festival every third Sunday of January. The magnificence of the festival made not only Cebuanos and Filipinos in general but also the Asians refer to it is the “Mother of All Festivals.”
This grand festival is characterized by a long parade with groups from different places across the country in colorful costumes while dancing to the Sinulog beat through the streets. But apart from the colorful and well-made costumes of the dancers, to the beautiful dances and to the music brought by the drums, trumpets, and the native gongs, what is really the real essence of Sinulog?
Here is a list of the Fast Facts on Cebu’s Sinulog:
Photo by Anthony Weeg
Cebu marks the birth of Christianity in the Philippines. The original statue of Santo Nino was given in April 1521 by Ferdinand Magellan, the Portuguese, to Hara Amihan (Queen Juana) as baptismal gift. It was a similar statue to the Infant Jesus of Prague.
Photo by Anthony Weeg
The Sinulog dance steps are believed to have originated from Rajah Humabon’s adviser, Baladhay. It was during Humabon’s grief when Baladhay fell sick and Humabon ordered his native tribe to bring Baladhay into a room where the Santo Niño was enthroned, along with the other pagan gods of the native Cebuanos. After a few days, Baladhay was heard shouting and was found dancing with utmost alertness.
Photo by Anthony Weeg
The first Sinulog parade was held in 1980, organized by Dávid Odilao, then Regional Director of the Ministry of Sports, and Youth Development. The parade was composed of students dressed in Knitted Filipiniana costumes, dancing the Sinulog to the beating of drums.
Photo by Anthony Weeg
The Cebuano greeting“Pit Senyor!” is short for “Panangpit sa Senyor!” which means a plea to the Lord, the Señor Santo Niño (Holy Child), whose feast is observed during Sinulog.
Photo by Anthony Weeg
The word Sinulog comes from the Cebuano adverb sulog which roughly means “like water current movement;” it describes the forward-backward movement of the Sinulog dance. The dance consists of two steps forward and one step backward, done to the sound of drums.
Photo by Migs Rizzari
The Santo Nino de Cebu was brought to the Philippines by Magellan as a gift to Rajah Humabon and his wife for their baptism. Since it arrived in Cebu on April 7, 1521, it is considered as the oldest Christian religious relic in the whole country. It is stored inside a bulletproof glass box at the Basilica Menore de Santo Niño.
Photo by Jay Labra
From being a small gathering of Cebuano residents to celebrate its rich history, Sinulog has become one of the most famous festivals in the country that draws people from different places not just in the Philippines but also around the world. The number of people flocking to the Queen City of the South for Sinulog have reached over a million in recent years.
Photo by Aying Salupan
On the feast day of Sinulog, a Pontifical Mass is celebrated at the Basilica by the Cardinal, assisted by several Cebu-based bishops. A lot of Cebuanos and tourists alike would flock to the Basilica to attend the mass before heading out to the streets to watch the Parade.
Photo by Chang Euldan
The first procession of the image of Santo Niño happened in 1565 at the Tupas Village. The image was identified by the Legazpi expedition, the same image given by Ferdinand Magellan to the Cebuanos and their queen, Juana, in 1521 when the first Spanish expedition of the world found Cebu.
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Along with the solemn mass held
to honor the image of the Child Jesus, Sinulog is also known for the various
street parties held in the country’s second-biggest metropolitan area. However,
some residents and devotees are worried that the parties may affect the
tradition of Sinulog. In 2015, incidents concerning the public celebrations
were reported and circulated in social media.
With the rich history of Cebu and its grandes festival, these rowdy street parties are labeled to just be the “dark side of the moon” of the country’s “biggest and grandest cultural festival.”
If others are still on a daydream
from New Year, Cebuanos aren’t. The year might have just started but, we always
have an excuse to go somewhere and celebrate one of the most festive seasons –
Sinulog Festival.
Sinulog is set to climax a week
from now and we’re sure that because you’ve landed on this page, you’re in
search for a perfect place to stay. When I say perfect, I mean ideal because
it’s not costly and it’s convenient.
If you’ve never been to Sinulog or if you’re still looking for accommodation options, we’ve got you covered. Check out these hostels!
1. Hostel Seven Cebu – ₱450
Hostel Seven Cebu offers eight-bed bunk rooms for 500/bed and a 10-bed bunk room for 450/bed. However, if you want your own nook, Hostel Seven Cebu also offers queen rooms that can fit two to four people. Being a hostel which is just a 20-minute walk away from Museo Sugbo, it’s perfect for you!
Rates:
10-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱500 /head /night (Shared)
8-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱550 /head /night (Shared)
Bunk-Bed Female Dorm: ₱550 /head /night (Shared)
Deluxe Queen Room: ₱1,699 per night, good for 2pax
Family Double Room: ₱2,500 per night, good for 4pax
Mad Monkey Cebu City, a famous hostel chain, is located close to the best tourist spots in the city. They offer budget-friendly private rooms and dorms, with friendly staff and an upbeat social vibe. Enjoy their Filipino Fusion restaurant, laze by our infinity pool & sun deck during the day; and in the evening’s party with the best DJs in town, enjoy billiards or beer pong whilst mixing with 150 other travelers. Book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Tr3ats Guest House in Cebu features mixed dormitories, an exclusive female dorm, and private rooms at affordable prices. Front desk and housekeeping are available round-the-clock in case you need to check in or out at odd hours.
Rates:
6-Bed Female Dorm: ₱350 /head /night (Shared)
6-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱350 /head /night (Shared)
Citiview Private Room: ₱900 per night, good for 2pax
Citiview Family Room: ₱1,600 per night, good for 4pax
Bugoy Bikers, an old house turned into a hostel in 2010, is known for its spacious garden and terrace, an outdoor bamboo shower, and bicycle tours. Aside from staying in the P500-per-head dorm, you can also book the bamboo hut (P800) with a king-size bed good for two people as a more affordable option.
Cebu Mountain Bike Adventure, one of the pioneers of bike tourism, is a one-stop shop for bike enthusiasts. It has a bike spa where you can bring your trusty wheels for cleaning and maintanence for only P560. For its accommodation services, it provides guests with fully air-conditioned dormitories and free breakfast.
Location: 1298-B V. Rama Avenue, Guadalupe, Cebu City
7. Food District Hostel Cebu Central –₱380
Food District Hostel Cebu Central is within walking distance from everything you need—the mall, market, and jeepney terminals; but not too near the loud festivities at the center of the city. Front desk and housekeeping are round-the-clock, ensuring that shared bathrooms are clean at all times.
Location: 12 Torralba Street corner Wilson Street, Apas, Cebu City
8. Naps x Adventures Hostel – ₱350
Naps x Adventures makes sure that you get your much-needed rest after a whole day of exploring (thus, the name). There’s an on-site bar where guests can mingle with fellow intrepid travelers.
Rates:
12-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱350 /head /night (Shared)
Twin Room: ₱850 per night, good for 2pax
Double Room: ₱875 per night, good for 2pax
Deluxe Family Room: ₱2,025 per night, good for 5pax
Cebu Regal Pension House is an older pension house in a relatively quiet area, walking distance to downtown Cebu. Here you can find some of Cebu’s City’s most popular tourist attractions such as Fort San Pedro and Magellan’s Cross. Regal’s rooms are aging and fairly average. The place is ok for cheap affordable place in Cebu, but nothing really special. If you are looking for cheap accommodation during the Sinulog Festival, Cebu Regal Pension House is in a great location as you can walk to the street parade from here.
Rates:
Single (Fan): ₱400 per night, good for 1pax
Single (Aircon): ₱500 per night, good for 1pax
Single (AC & TV): ₱600 per night, good for 1pax
Standard Double Room: ₱700 per night, good for 2pax
Location: 9-A Y and F Building, Junquera Extension
10. Doña Mercedes Hostel – ₱610
Doña Mercedes Hostel is set in Cebu City, 1.1 km from Fuente Osmena Circle, and has a terrace. Located around 2.1 km from Grand Convention Centre of Cebu, the hostel is also 2.6 km away from Ayala Center Cebu. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are offered.
The rooms in the hostel are fitted with a TV. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries. Guest rooms at Doña Mercedes Hostel are equipped with a seating area.
Rates:
Single (Fan): ₱610 per night, good for 2pax
Standard Double Room: ₱800 per night, good for 2pax
One of the highly anticipated events every Sinulog is the extraordinary Fireworks Displays capping off the festival celebration.
In case you still don’t know where and when to find these Fireworks Displays, we have rounded everything you need to know about this year’s grand showcase of breathtaking displays in the sky of Cebu.
1. Jan. 19: ‘Battle of the Best Pyro Competition’ at SM City Cebu
What: 11th Sinulog Fireworks Competition
When: January 19, 2019 (Saturday) at 7:00PM
Where: SM City Cebu – Open parking near the North Wing
No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats
Photo by Kelly Louis Marababol Photo by Kelly Louis Marababol
2. Jan. 20: ‘Pyro Musical Show’ at SM City Cebu
What: Grand Pyromusical show by Pyroworks International (Music synchronization)
When: January 20, 2019 (Sunday) at 7:00PM
Where: SM City Cebu – Open parking near the North Wing
No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats
3. Jan. 20: ‘Grand Musical Fireworks Display’ at Cebu City Sports Center
What: Grand Musical Fireworks Display (by the City Government)
When: January 20, 2019 (Sunday) at 7:00PM
Where: Cebu City Sports Center
No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats
Photo by Junjie Mendoza Photo by Junjie Mendoza
4. Jan. 20: ‘Festival of Lights – Grand Fireworks Display’ at Cebu Business Park
What: Festival of Lights – Grand Fireworks Display
When: January 20, 2019 (Sunday) at 7:00PM
Where: Cebu Business Park – Ayala Center Cebu
No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats
Photo by Paul Gotiong Photo by Paul Gotiong
5. Jan. 20: ‘Extraordinary Pyro Magic in the Sky’ at SM Seaside City Cebu
