Cebu FAQs

Listed below are answers to some of the misconceptions, confusions and questions you may have about Cebu.

Is Cebu a province or a city?

• Both. Cebu is both a province and a city. Cebu City is the capital of Cebu Province

Where is General Maxilom Avenue?

• General Maxilom Avenue is the new name for Mango Avenue. This street starts at the intersection in F. Ramos St and ends as far as the intersection in Martires St in Mabolo

Where is Juan Luna Avenue

• It’s in Mabolo and its old name is San Jose de la Montana

Is Jones Avenue and Osmena Blvd the same?

• Yes, Jones Avenue is the old name for Osmena Boulevard. This street starts at the intersection in Cebu Capitol and ends as far as the intersection in Plaza Independencia

What’s the exact date for Sinulog Festival?

• There is no specific date but it happens every 3rd Sunday of January

Where exactly is Magellan’s Cross located?

• Magellan’s Cross is sandwiched between Basilica del Sto Nino and Cebu City Hall

Where is Basilica del Sto Nino located?

• It is located in Osmena Boulevard and as the street is so long a stretch, always walk your way downtown heading towards the direction of Plaza Independencia

If I jaywalk, will I be charged for violation?

• Yes, but it is not strictly implemented except in the intersection in Metro Gaisano Colon in downtown area, always cross the other side of the street on Stop signal as there are traffic enforcers (CITOM) who will really chase you if you violate (jaywalk).

How to get to NBI (National Bureau of Investigation)?

• Head your way to Cebu Capitol, then facing the building, go left and briefly walk your way straight to the street that goes  a little downward then on dead end, turn right, you’ll see a gate, it’s the NBI

Do taxi drivers charge a tip or short-changed in Cebu?

• Unlike in some areas in the Philippines, I’m proud to say majority of the taxi drivers do not charge a tip or short-change you unless your destination is far from their usual route. If they do, they usually say it beforehand.
• Exception: If you are going to and from the airport, expect a negotiation, it’s common. Look for the airport taxi instead (the yellow one)
• How do I know I’m charged more than the usual rate?: Depends really on your point of destination, so if your destination from the airport is Cebu City or Mandaue City (vice versa) and you are negotiating for say 400 or 500 pesos then I would have to say, you are charged more, so counter a reasonable range between 150-250 pesos (for Mandaue City) or 200-300 pesos (for Cebu City). If you do not agree with the rate, look for the airport taxi (the yellow one)

What is Cebu’s Area Code?

• Cebu’s Area Code is 032
  • when dialing abroad, contact Cebu using +6332 (plus the seven digit telephone number)
  • when dialing within the Philippines and outside Cebu, use 032 (then the seven digit telephone number)

What is Cebu City’s postal code?

• It’s 6000. For other cities/municipalities – click here

Where to put the postal code in a Cebu Mailing Address?

• You can put it anywhere but to expedite delivery of your posts, our post offices in the Philippines adopted a system where to correctly place the Postal Code. It should be immediately before the city or municipality in order for the postman to quickly sort the letters. For example if you have to mail a letter for your friend in Cebu City, Cebu, use the following example:
  • Juan de la Cruz
  • 111 Escario St, Capitol Site
  • 6000 Cebu City
  • Cebu, Philippines

Is there a golf course in Cebu?

• Yes, there is, it’s Cebu Country Club located along Banilad Road, Banilad Cebu City. Find contact details here

*Last updated 1.4.12

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