Get DirectionsVisit one of the first churches in the Philippines dedicated to Saint Vitalis. The Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral was built on April 1565, 30 years before Cebu was established as a diocese. Today, the church is the ecclesiastical seat of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Cebu.
Its architecture is typical of Spanish-built churches throughout the country. Squat with thick walls, the building was designed to withstand typhoons and natural disasters.
On its facade is a trefoil-shaped pediment with intricate floral carvings, the IHS inscription, and a pair of griffins. The Spanish Royal Coat of Arms is also imprinted at the main entrance.Address6000 Mabini St, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, PhilippinesContact DetailsLandline: +63 (032) 255-8823Email: [email protected]Operational HoursMonday – Sunday: 6:00 am – 5:00 pmBest time to visit8:00 am – 3:00 pmHow to get thereTake a jeepney or bus to the Plaza Independencia. The cathedral is a short walk from the plaza.Things to-doAttend mass, offer a prayer, admire the edifice’s architecture, take a stroll around the vicinity, and learn the history of the cathedral