Colon Street
Laid out by the Spanish in 1565, Colon Street is considered the oldest street in the Philippines. Today it is Old Cebu City's liveliest shopping strip and a hub for affordable eats.
Colon Street is named after Christopher Columbus. According to tradition, Spanish conquistador Miguel López de Legazpi laid it out in 1565, and it is widely regarded as the oldest street in the Philippines. Stretching less than a kilometer, it is lined with old cinemas, department stores, fabric and electronics shops, and budget restaurants. A monument marks the entrance. The street is crowded and traffic is heavy, which makes it a great place to experience everyday life in Cebu. Pickpockets are common, so keep valuables close and avoid flashing your phone. From here you can easily walk to Carbon Market and the historic Parian district.
Opening hours
Open all day (shops approx. 09:00–20:00)
Nearby sights
- Magellan's Cross & Basilica del Santo Niño
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Carbon Market
- Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House
- Casa Gorordo Museum
- Plaza Independencia
- Fort San Pedro