Local souvenirs shop

Gate-side gift stop in Terminal 1

This small local souvenirs shop sits airside in Terminal 1, handy if you realize at the last minute you still need pasalubong before boarding. It’s within the main departures retail strip, so you’ll walk past it on the way to several international gates. Expect prices a bit higher than Cebu city shops, but still reasonable for airport standards.

Most shelves focus on Cebu and Visayas products: dried mangoes in 100g and 200g packs, 3-in-1 coffee sachets by the dozen, keychains with “Cebu” stamped on them, and small woven pouches. You’ll also see boxed snacks sized for carry-on, which fit easily in a standard 7 kg cabin bag. Packaging is TSA-friendly, with no liquids over 100 ml in the food section.

Staff usually ring up purchases quickly, and basic card payments go through on standard Philippine networks like Visa and Mastercard. Cash in PHP still moves fastest for sub-₱300 items like magnets and ref magnets, which are stacked right by the counter. Gift bags are free for most boxed items over roughly ₱500, so ask before you pay.

Give yourself 10–15 extra minutes before your boarding time to browse, since it can get tight near the security lanes in Terminal 1. Grab lighter packs of dried fruit instead of glass jars to keep your bag under the typical 7–10 kg cabin limit. Tip: buy sealed food items here, then wait to get fresh lechon or bigger snacks in Cebu city next time when you’re not racing a departure gate.