Carbon Market
Cebu's oldest and largest traditional public market, offering tropical fruit, dried fish, and handicrafts. It is being gradually redeveloped into a modern market.
Carbon Market takes its name from the coal (carbon) that was once unloaded in the area. It is Cebu's largest traditional market, selling mangoes and other tropical fruit, dried fish, vegetables, flowers, rattan and bamboo crafts, and souvenirs. Prices are low, and it is a good place to experience local haggling. The market is being modernized in phases, and some sections have been relocated or renovated. Crowds are heavy, so watch for pickpockets and slippery floors. Going in the morning is recommended. It lies just south of Colon Street on the edge of the old city and can be combined with other sights in the area.
Opening hours
Approx. 05:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Magellan's Cross & Basilica del Santo Niño
- Colon Street
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Fort San Pedro
- Plaza Independencia
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House
- Casa Gorordo Museum