10 Best Things to Do in Balamban, Cebu
The places that I will introduce here are near to each other so a day to allot is enough for you to visit them all.
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10 Best Things to Do in Cebu
1. Colorful Bridge Awaits You at JVR Island in the Sky
- Description: Colorful rainbow rainbow bridge awaits you near the entrance. They have a cable car but I did not try it during our visit. They also have a swimming pool and you can actually spend the night here as there are rooms available for sleeping in.
- Location: Brgy. Gaas, Balamban, Cebu – across Adventure Cafe
- How to Get There: Simply go to is Ayala Center Mall Terminal. Take a V-hire from the Ayala Center Terminal going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is 120 PHP (SGD 3 ,$2.4, € 2) per person (one-way). Be sure to tell the driver to drop you off at JVR Island in the Sky (just a few meters ahead of Adventure Cafe).
- Entrance Fee: 55 PHP (SGD 1.4 ,$1.1, €1) per Adult, 30 PHP (SGD 0.75 ,$0.6, € 0.5) per child
- Operating Hours: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm daily.
- Contact details: (032) 272-3409 / 0916-138-5764 / jvr_island@ymail.com
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2. Another Flower Garden named Buwakan ni Alejandra
- Description: Buwak means flower so in English Buwakan ni Alejandra means Flower Farm of Alejandra or Alejandra’s Flower Farm.
- Location: Sitio Bunga Barangay, Balamban, 6041 Cebu – Buwakan ni Alejandra (30 – 45 mins. drive from JY square or Marco Polo via the scenic Trans-central highway)
- How to Get There: Simply go to is Ayala Center Mall Terminal. Take a V-hire from the Ayala Center Terminal going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is 120 PHP (SGD 3 ,$2.4, € 2) per person (one-way). Be sure to tell the driver to drop you off at Buwakan ni Alejandra.
- Entrance Fee: 55 PHP (SGD 1.4 ,$1.1, €1) per Adult, 30 PHP (SGD 0.75 ,$0.6, € 0.5) per child
- Operating Hours: 7:00 am – 5:30 pm Mondays to Sundays
- Contact details: (032) 272-3409 / 0916-138-5764 / jvr_island@ymail.com
Read more: How to Get to Buwakan ni Alejandra
3. Sip Coffee at Crate Cafe: Cafe at the Mountainside
- Description: A cafe where good food, good coffee and good people meet, and create good vibes.
- Location: Cebu Transcentral Hwy, Cebu City, Cebu – Crate Cafe (30 – 45 mins. drive from JY square or Marco Polo)
- How to Get There: Simply go to is Ayala Center Mall Terminal. Take a V-hire from the Ayala Center Terminal going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is 120 PHP (SGD 3 ,$2.4, € 2) per person (one-way). Be sure to tell the driver to drop you off at Crate Cafe.
- Entrance Fee: None
- Operating time: 6 AM to 11 PM for all visitors
- Contact details: 0995 128 7466
Read more: How to Get to Crate Cafe
4. See the Greek Vibe Temple of Leah has to Offer
- Description: The temple is reportedly made up of 24 chambers that house an art gallery, museum, library and bar, among others, and adorned with life-sized statues of Roman gladiators, lions and angels all over.
- Location: Cebu Transcentral Hwy, Cebu City, Cebu
- How to Get There: Entry Point is in Mactan Cebu Airport. Ride a Mybus from Mactan Cebu to SM Cebu City. Fare is around 40 PHP ( SGD 1 ,$0.8, € 0.7). Travel time is around 30mins to 1 hr. Then, Ride a jeep with a route code 04L. Stop at JY Square Mall. Fare is around 8 PHP ( SGD 0.2 ,$0.15, € 0.12). Travel time is around 20mins to 45mins (depends on the traffic). Then, ride a Habal-Habal (local term of a motorcycle for hire). You can easily locate the Habal-Habal drivers because they are shouting Sirao or Temple of Leah. Or in my case they will ask you.
- Entrance Fee: Php 50.00 (SGD 1.25 ,$1, € 0.83) per person
- Operating time: 6:00 am to 11:00 pm for all visitors daily
Read more: How to Get to Temple of Leah
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5. Express Your Heart Out at Adventure Cafe and Zipline
- Description: A cafe that offers a magnificent view of the vast countryside area of Balamban, Cebu. It is the first ever cafe in Cebu that offers activities.
- Location: Brgy. Gaas, Balamban, Cebu – across Adventure Cafe (30 – 45 mins. drive from JY square or Marco Polo via the scenic Transcentral highway)
- How to Get There: Simply go to is Ayala Center Mall Terminal. Take a V-hire from the Ayala Center Terminal going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is 120 PHP (SGD 3 ,$2.4, € 2) per person (one-way). Be sure to tell the driver to drop you off at JVR Island in the Sky (just a few meters ahead of Adventure Cafe).
- Entrance Fee: Free
- Operating time: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm daily
Read more: How to Get to Adventure Cafe and Zipline and Other Faqs
6. Cool Breeze Brought to You by Mountain View
- Description: Good spot for picnic plus they have a cool pool.
- Location: Cebu Transcentral Hwy, Cebu City, Cebu
- How to Get There: Entry Point is in Mactan Cebu Airport. Ride a Mybus from Mactan Cebu to SM Cebu City. Fare is around 40 PHP ( SGD 1 ,$0.8, € 0.7). Travel time is around 30mins to 1 hr. Then, Ride a jeep with a route code 04L. Stop at JY Square Mall. Fare is around 8 PHP ( SGD 0.2 ,$0.15, € 0.12). Travel time is around 20mins to 45mins (depends on the traffic). Then, ride a Habal-Habal (local term of a motorcycle for hire). You can easily locate the Habal-Habal drivers because they are shouting Sirao or Temple of Leah. Or in my case they will ask you.
- Entrance Fee: Php 50.00 (SGD 1.25 ,$1, € 0.83) per person and additional Php 100.00 for pool
- Operating time: 24 hours; Friday – Wednesday
- Contact details: 0917 631 2520
7. Enjoy Cebu View at Tops Lookout
- Description: It is the perfect spot to enjoy your last night in Cebu. Up on the top, they have food and drink stalls and make sure to bring your camera for nice pictures.
- Location: Cebu Tops Road, Busay, Cebu City, Cebu
- How to Get There: Entry Point is in Mactan Cebu Airport. Ride a Mybus from Mactan Cebu to SM Cebu City. Fare is around 40 PHP ( SGD 1 ,$0.8, € 0.7). Travel time is around 30mins to 1 hr. Then, Ride a jeep with a route code 04L. Stop at JY Square Mall. Fare is around 8 PHP ( SGD 0.2 ,$0.15, € 0.12). Travel time is around 20mins to 45mins (depends on the traffic). Then, ride a Habal-Habal (local term of a motorcycle for hire). You can easily locate the Habal-Habal drivers because they are shouting Sirao or Temple of Leah. Or in my case they will ask you.
- Entrance Fee: Php 100.00 (SGD$ 3.75 ,US$ 3, € 2.5) per person
- Operating time: 10:00 am to 2:00 am; daily
Read more: All You Need to Know about Tops Lookout Cebu
8. Be With the Nature at West 35 Eco Mountain Resort
- Description: Designed for both business and leisure travel, WEST 35 ECO MOUNTAIN RESORT is ideally situated in Balamban, one of the city’s most popular locales.
- Location: Brgy. Gaas, Balamban, Cebu – West 35 Eco Mountain Resort
- How to Get There: Simply go to is Ayala Center Mall Terminal. Take a V-hire from the Ayala Center Terminal going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is 120 PHP (SGD 3 ,$2.4, € 2) per person (one-way). Be sure to tell the driver to drop you off at West 35.
- Entrance Fee: Php 85.00 (SGD$ 2.13 ,US$ 1.7, € 1.4) per person.
- Operating time: All day, Everyday or simply put 24/7.
Read more: How to Get to West 35 and Other Faqs
9. Antique Finds at Balwarte ni Alfredo
- Description: If you’re into Ifugao art and some antique finds, then Balwarte ni Alfredo is for you! This stop-over for motorists also serves traditional Pinoy brekky and barbecue ‘round the clock!
- Location: Brgy. Gaas, Balamban, Cebu
- How to Get There: Simply go to is Ayala Center Mall Terminal. Take a V-hire from the Ayala Center Terminal going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. Fare is 120 PHP (SGD 3 ,$2.4, € 2) per person (one-way). Be sure to tell the driver to drop you off at Balwarte ni Alfredo.
- Entrance Fee: Free
- Operating time: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Contact Info: 0906-299-0215
10. Amazing Flower Arrangement at Sirao Garden
- Description: Sirao, a place in Cebu known for its colorful arrangement of flowers that blooms around the late months and early months of Cebu.
- Location: Brgy. Sirao, Cebu City.
- How to Get There: Entry Point is in Mactan Cebu Airport. Ride a Mybus from Mactan Cebu to SM Cebu City. Fare is around 40 PHP ( SGD 1 ,$0.8, € 0.7). Travel time is around 30mins to 1 hr. Then, Ride a jeep with a route code 04L. Stop at JY Square Mall. Fare is around 8 PHP ( SGD 0.2 ,$0.15, € 0.12). Travel time is around 20mins to 45mins (depends on the traffic). Then, ride a Habal-Habal (local term of a motorcycle for hire). You can easily locate the Habal-Habal drivers because they are shouting Sirao or Temple of Leah. Or in my case they will ask you.
- Entrance Fee: (Flower garden only): 50 PHP (SGD$ 1.25 ,$1, € 0.83) per guest, 150 PHP (SGD$ 3.75 ,$ 3, € 2.5) for professional photography.
- Operating time: 6:00 am to 6:30 pm for all visitors; 6:30 pm to 6:30 am for campers.
Read more: How to Get to Sirao Garden and Other Faqs
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MAP TO LOCATE THE PLACES PROPERLY
REMINDERS, TIPS AND NOTES
1.Study Your Location
Every location is unique and so are the rules while trekking on it. Carry a map with you all the time so that you know exactly where you are so that you can find your way back.
2.Medical Kit
Stuff your bag with all the necessary medicines and medical tools.
3.Emergency Contacts
Remember “Prevention is better than cure.” This is just a precautionary step. I genuinely do not want to see you in any trouble at all
4.Please Inform
“Leaving a simple text to your family or trusted friends.” If something unfortunate happens, your loved one’s will find you.
5.Plenty Of Essentials
Carry at least 3 liters of water and plenty of nutrition bars. They are light and filling till the time you find any other source.
Have you ever been to the places I’ve listed above? Go and try them yourself!
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