TOPS Cebu in Busay: Fees, Hours, Shuttle and What to Do at Cebu's Famous Viewpoint

TOPS, also written as Tops Lookout or TOPS Cebu, is a hilltop destination in Busay, Cebu City. Its main draw is the sweeping, 360-degree view of the city, which looks different at midday, at sunset and after dark when the city lights come on.

The area has grown beyond a simple lookout. According to a May 2026 travel feature by Philippine Primer, visitors will find more than 20 local and international dining options, a five-storey lifestyle and dining complex called The Circle, a viewing deck, telescopes at SKAI 360°, an arcade, shops selling local produce and flowers, and a mountain hostel.

These are the rates listed on the official TOPS Cebu website, checked on 6 November 2026 (PHT).

• Regular adult and children above 2 years old: ₱100
• Senior citizens and PWD (ID required): ₱70
• Children below 2 years old: free
• Open 24 hours, including holidays

The entrance fee is not consumable, meaning it is not deducted from what you spend on food. Your ticket is valid for the date shown only. Ticket booths accept cash only, while restaurants accept cash, GCash and credit cards.

Some third-party travel sites list shorter opening hours. We followed TOPS' own website, but it is wise to check its official page or social media before a late-night trip.

TOPS is on Tops Road in Busay, a short climb above the city. You can go by private car or ride-hailing, or take the TOPS shuttle from IT Park in Lahug.

TOPS shuttle from IT Park

The official website lists a combined fee for entrance and a roundtrip shuttle ride: ₱200 for adults and children above 1 year old, and ₱160 for seniors and PWD. The first trip leaves IT Park at 7:00 AM. The last trip back departs TOPS at around 2:30 AM, although the FAQ on the same site says 3:00 AM, so plan to head down earlier to be safe. The shuttle runs point to point with no stopovers, and pets are not allowed on board.

Parking

Car: ₱50. Motorcycle: ₱30. Bicycle: free. Helmet storage: ₱20. Discounted car rates apply when the driver is a senior citizen (₱20) or a PWD (₱35).

• Watch the view change from daytime to sunset to city lights. Many visitors time their arrival for late afternoon.
• Look through the telescopes at SKAI 360° for a closer look at the skyline.
• Take photos at the arches and the love-lock sculptures known as Tres Marias.
• Eat at The Circle, which has Filipino, Chinese, Thai, pizza, burgers, desserts and coffee, according to Philippine Primer.
• Browse the Barangay Busay shop for fresh produce and native delicacies, and the flower shop for locally grown blooms.
• Catch the buskers, who perform nightly, and caricature artists on weekends, according to TOPS.

If you want to extend your visit, Hostel Honeycomb offers a mountain stay on site.

• Outside food and drinks are allowed, but alcohol cannot be brought in.
• Cooking, camping and picnics are not allowed.
• Pets are welcome if leashed and supervised. Owners must clean up after them.
• Drones are allowed with registration and a form filled up with TOPS management, and cannot be flown over private areas such as guest rooms and dining areas.
• Photo and video shoots need prior approval from the TOPS Admin Office.
• Smoking and vaping are allowed only in the designated area.
• Wi-Fi is available for ₱10 for 3 hours. Vouchers are sold at Saree and the TOPS Souvenir shop.
• Ramps are available, but some areas can only be reached by stairs.

Bring a light jacket for the evening, since it can feel cooler up in the hills.