Direct Answer
Cebu City is a highly urbanized city in Cebu, Central Visayas, made up of 80 barangays with a 2020 census population of 965,332. It is registered under PSGC code 0730600000 and uses ZIP code 6000. This directory documents 0 attractions, 41 restaurants, 4 places to stay, and 1,081 verified businesses in Cebu City.
About Cebu City
Cebu City is a highly urbanized city in the province of Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The highly urbanized city is home to 80 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 965,332 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0730600000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6000.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 41 restaurants, 4 accommodations, 1 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Cebu City.
azifind also lists 1,081 verified businesses based in Cebu City, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
Jump to a Section
Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Cebu City.
Highly urbanized city
Classification
Cebu
Province
Central Visayas
Region
965,332
Population
80
Barangays
6000
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Cebu City is located in Cebu within the Central Visayas of the Philippines. The highly urbanized city includes 80 barangays.
As an urbanized area, Cebu City is organized around commercial districts, residential barangays, and local service centers connecting it with nearby cities in Central Visayas.
Cebu City sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Cebu, including Alcantara, Alcoy, Alegria, Aloguinsan.
Things to Do in Cebu City
5 activities recorded in Cebu City.
Festivals and Events in Cebu City
1 recorded festivals and events in Cebu City.
Cultural
January
Sinulog Festival
The grandest festival in the Philippines; features an iconic, rhythmic two-steps-forward-and-one-step-back street dance honoring the Santo NiΓö£ΓûÆo.
Local Food in Cebu City
Culinary specialties documented in Cebu City and Cebu.
Puso (Hanging Rice)
Rice boiled inside woven palm leaves; it is the ultimate "portable" meal of the Cebuano laborer and the perfect sidekick for lechon.
Sutukil
A dining concept based on three preparation methods: Su (Sugba/Grilled), Tu (Tuwa/Stew), and Kil (Kilaw/Raw with vinegar). Usually prepared with fresh catch.
Ngohiong
A Cebuano version of the spring roll, deep-fried with a spiced five-spice filling (usually bamboo shoots and heart of palm) and served with a distinct sweet-spicy sauce.
Chicharon (Carcar Style)
Deep-fried pork skin with a layer of fat still attached, seasoned with salt or dipped in spicy coconut vinegar; it is remarkably crunchy and rich.
Restaurants in Cebu City
41 places to eat are listed across Cebu City, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 4 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Cebu.
La Parisienne Cebu
371 Gorordo Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
House of Lechon
Acacia St, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
Bell+Amadeus
1120 Gov. M. Cuenco Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
The Pig and Palm
G/F, MSY Tower, Negros Rd, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
Top of Cebu
9VCC+789, Cebu Tops Rd, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
Mott 32 Cebu - NUSTAR
Nustar Resort and Casino, Cebu South Road Properties, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
Maya Mexican Restaurant®
Crossroads Mall, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
The Social
Ayala Mall Cebu, Archbishop Reyes Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
Abli Cebu
A. Climaco St, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
Where to Stay in Cebu City
4 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Cebu City. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Cebu.
Radisson Blu Cebu
Fili Hotel at NUSTAR
Seda Central Bloc
Holiday Inn Cebu City
Barangays in Cebu City
Cebu City is divided into 80 barangays under PSGC code 0730600000.
Adlaon
0730600001
Agsungot
0730600002
Apas
0730600003
Babag
0730600004
Bacayan
0730600006
Banilad
0730600007
Basak Pardo
0730600005
Basak San Nicolas
0730600008
Binaliw
0730600010
Bonbon
0730600011
Budla-an
0730600013
Buhisan
0730600014
Bulacao
0730600015
Buot-Taup Pardo
0730600016
Busay
0730600017
Calamba
0730600018
Cambinocot
0730600019
Camputhaw
0730600036
Capitol Site
0730600020
Carreta
0730600021
Central
0730600022
Cogon Pardo
0730600024
Cogon Ramos
0730600023
Day-as
0730600025
View all 80 barangays →
Travel Tips for Cebu City
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel. Check local weather before planning a trip to Cebu City.
Getting Around
Consider traffic conditions when moving between districts and nearby cities.
Where to Eat
41 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 4 documented local dishes.
Where to Stay
4 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Cebu City in the Philippine Administrative System
Cebu City is classified as a highly urbanized city under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0730600000. This code is used by national agencies including the Philippine Statistics Authority, the Commission on Elections, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government for census reporting, electoral mapping, and administrative tracking.
As a Local Government Unit (LGU), Cebu City is governed by an elected mayor and a Sangguniang Bayan or Sangguniang Panlungsod responsible for local ordinances, the annual budget, and local services. The LGU is composed of 80 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Cebu City is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Cebu in Central Visayas.
People Also Ask About Cebu City
What is Cebu City known for?
Cebu City is a highly urbanized city in Cebu, Central Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 1,081 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Cebu City located?
Cebu City is located in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0730600000.
How many barangays does Cebu City have?
Cebu City has 80 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Cebu City known for?
Documented local dishes include Puso (Hanging Rice), Sutukil, Ngohiong.
What is the population of Cebu City?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Cebu City has a recorded population of 965,332.
What is the ZIP code of Cebu City?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Cebu City is 6000.
What cities or municipalities are near Cebu City?
Nearby localities in Cebu include Alcantara, Alcoy, Alegria, Aloguinsan.
Related Locations
Explore the wider area around Cebu City.
Nearby cities & municipalities in Cebu
Administrative and geographic data for Cebu City follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. Business and place listings are sourced from publicly available data. About azifind.com →