Located in the Central Visayas region, Cebu City encompasses Cebu Island and more than 150 smaller surrounding islands and islets. As the Philippines’ oldest city, Cebu surprises visitors with its bustling streets, shopping arcades, and strobe-lit nightclubs - it bubbles with modern activity. Amid the madness, you’ll find several sites that bear testament to Cebu’s ancient roots, including exquisite Santa Nino Basilica (the oldest church in the country), atmospheric Colon Street (the oldest street in the country), and the striking 16th century Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral. For more frivolous entertainment, visit the slick Ayala Centre - a modern, upmarket mega mall - or head to one of the nearby beaches for sunshine, sea, and R&R.