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Why it ranks
Octagonal kiosk sheltering a cross said to encase the one planted by Magellan's expedition in 1521, next to the Basilica del Santo Niño.
Don't miss: Look up at the painted ceiling inside the kiosk, then cross to the basilica.
Best for: A five-minute stop on a Cebu heritage walk; combine with the basilica and Fort San Pedro.
Good to know: The kiosk is small and busy with tour groups late morning; go early or late afternoon. Candle vendors operate outside and are optional.
Key facts
| Type | historic-site |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | Free |
| Best season | Year-round |
| How to get there | Downtown Cebu City beside the basilica and City Hall; taxi or jeepney. |
| TripAdvisor | ★ 3.8 · 1,851 reviews |
Score breakdown
| Signal | Points | How it was calculated |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews · 45% weight | 34.2/45 |
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| Credentials · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Track record · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Transparency · 25% weight | 17.5/25 |
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| Unverified details | −5 | Some details are not yet independently verified |
| Evidence points | 47/100 | #1 in Heritage towns, Batad Rice Terraces, has 54 points |
| Score | 92 | 60 + 39 × (47 ÷ 54)1.5 · How the category score works |
Licences, accreditation & registrations
No licence or accreditation on record yet.
Address
Magallanes Street, beside Cebu City Hall, Cebu City
Evidence & sources
- tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g294245-Activities-oa30-Philippines.html — TripAdvisor Philippines attractions ranking (#53 Magellan's Cross): rating 3.8/5 from 1,851 reviews, seen 2026-11-04
- tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g294245-Activities-Philippines.html — TripAdvisor Philippines page lists Cebu City heritage tours covering the downtown sites
- google.com/maps/place/Magellan's+Cross/@10.2935626,123.9019549,17z/dat — Google Maps place page opened 2026-11-04: place name and coordinates from the page URL; the panel did not render, so no rating recorded
FAQ
Where is Magellan's Cross?
Magellan's Cross is at Magallanes Street, beside Cebu City Hall, Cebu City.
How much is the entrance fee at Magellan's Cross?
Free. Fees are set locally and change; confirm before you go.
How do I get to Magellan's Cross?
Downtown Cebu City beside the basilica and City Hall; taxi or jeepney.
How is Magellan's Cross ranked?
Magellan's Cross has a category score of 92 (47 evidence points) and ranks #8 for heritage towns in the Philippines on our editorial methodology. Payment never affects rank.
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