Colon Street
Colon Street
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- Jun RuayaCalamba, Philippines52 contributionsWalking Distance from the Pier, Other Tourist AttracttionsEvery public utility jeepney passes near or on Colon Street, the oldest street in the country. Better avoid this area because there is no order here and traffic enforcers are not around when needed. Its a narrow road where the stores lining the street are old and selling cheap items. You can only use this as your landmark since it's in the center of the city. Old buildings are aplenty here. But there are affordable hotels and lodging houses within walking distance from Colon Street. Churches, like the Santo Rosario and the Metropolitan Cathedral are walking distrance from here. The Southern Integrated Overland Bus Terminal is also walking distance from Colon. I was on this street during the annual Sinulog festival where most inner city streets were closed for the religious procession and the street parade.Visited January 2020Written January 26, 2020
- irenevffBulacan Province, Philippines3,949 contributionsexpecting a twist and a turncolon - a jargon for the human intestines. but in cebu, it is a long street abuzz with people from all walks of life. oh yes, some are even caught jaywalking to reach the other mall across from the one they came. you can see a university along this avenue, banks, markets, schools, hotels, restaurants, commercial outlets, alleys leading to residential houses - everything. must be the busiest street in the entire city. there's even a little monument marking the end/start of the long road.Visited December 2020Traveled with friendsWritten December 15, 2020
- ybo7000Zamboanga City, Philippines261 contributionsColon stColon is the oldest street in cebu. It is a very busy street where shoppers n people converge. Many public transport routes usually passes by this street. The street is filled with many malls, groceries, shops, restaurants, bakeries, drugstores, universities etc. It's a budget friendly place for shoppers to eat stroll n shop.Visited May 2023Traveled with friendsWritten May 6, 2023
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alwaystravelsf
Pacifica, CA352 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
Started at Heritage Monument and Yap house and very short walk to Colon Street. Many locals and Hotel doorman said either don’t waste your time or watch out for Pickpockets. No problems with Pickpockets. Put your phone and wallet in front pocket!
I have to disagree if you want to see the daily life of local people. The sights, smell, food stalls , cheap shopping for locals. I didn’t even go into the department stores or buy anything other than a Turon from a vendor and a can of beer at 7-11.
Sure I could complain that it’s a waste of time but it’s also interesting to see all the locals going about there day. It was hot AF, and my feet hurt, but the best thing was taking a white bus back to Cebu IT Park for 20 php, riding with locals and crazy bus driver.
This is why you visit new cities so you can mix in with the locals!!! Just Do It!
I have to disagree if you want to see the daily life of local people. The sights, smell, food stalls , cheap shopping for locals. I didn’t even go into the department stores or buy anything other than a Turon from a vendor and a can of beer at 7-11.
Sure I could complain that it’s a waste of time but it’s also interesting to see all the locals going about there day. It was hot AF, and my feet hurt, but the best thing was taking a white bus back to Cebu IT Park for 20 php, riding with locals and crazy bus driver.
This is why you visit new cities so you can mix in with the locals!!! Just Do It!
Written 23 May 2023
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ybo7000
Zamboanga City, Philippines261 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
Colon is the oldest street in cebu. It is a very busy street where shoppers n people converge. Many public transport routes usually passes by this street. The street is filled with many malls, groceries, shops, restaurants, bakeries, drugstores, universities etc. It's a budget friendly place for shoppers to eat stroll n shop.
Written 7 May 2023
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extravelagent
Honolulu, HI354 contributions
Oct 2022
Lots going on on this street; not for everyone. Even the hotel told me not to visit but of course since they said that I had to. Keep your backpack on your front. Lots of people, crowed, some sketchy folks but if you need anything, Colom street will have it. Would I go back? probably not.
Written 19 October 2022
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irenevff
Bulacan Province, Philippines3,949 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
colon - a jargon for the human intestines. but in cebu, it is a long street abuzz with people from all walks of life. oh yes, some are even caught jaywalking to reach the other mall across from the one they came. you can see a university along this avenue, banks, markets, schools, hotels, restaurants, commercial outlets, alleys leading to residential houses - everything. must be the busiest street in the entire city.
there's even a little monument marking the end/start of the long road.
there's even a little monument marking the end/start of the long road.
Written 15 December 2020
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Zsofia S
4 contributions
Feb 2020
Visited here last February and I love how people are busy looking. All of the stores are really cheap.
Written 9 November 2020
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Francis_Elvis_Verdin
Palawan Province, Philippines12 contributions
Oct 2019
Colon Street is a historical street in downtown Cebu City that is often called the oldest and the shortest national road in the Philippines. It is named after Cristóbal Colón.
Written 3 September 2020
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Mark D
Cebu City, Philippines78 contributions
Jul 2019
The oldest street in the Philippines they say.. some great deals if you know where to look, but, watch your self... go with a local..(dont stray alone). not a local that gets kickbacks from the shops.. maybe from the hotel, they probably have a city guide... fun, definitive Philippines shopping experience
Written 3 May 2020
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Jing d
Cebu City, Philippines1 contribution
Mar 2020
This photo is just the perfect subject about situational awareness. I am using a local situation because I am from Cebu and my audience are predominantly Cebuanos.
Written 4 March 2020
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jens
6 contributions
Feb 2020
i never see such many sidewalk sellers and sometime they call me joe..what does mean? so funny and i just give smile back. . . .i stayed near here for this is the oldest street. .
Written 4 March 2020
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LolaGo1
Washington DC, DC6,210 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
It is a typical major street in any city in the Philippines. There are stores selling various types of merchandises, fast foods restaurants, public transports called, jeepneys, etc..
Written 2 March 2020
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Happy794
Caloundra, Australia60 contributions
We are staying at the Marco Polo Plaza for 2 nights in August what would be the recommended places to see?
hymanr2017
Atlanta, GA27 contributions
I agree also with Ed regarding what your interest is but having traveled to Cebu many times while assigned to the US Embassy in Manila I have a couple of sites that I think are worth your time. Any taxi driver will be glad to take you to these but I would recommend using one of the hotel cars for the day. Sites to see:
1. Basilica del Santo Niño to view a 500 year old religious relic.
2. Cebu Taoist Temple which will give you a sense of some of the diversity of the Philippines.
3. Magellan's Cross which is supposed to be the cross, encased in metal, placed over the grave of Magellan.
4. Old Fort San Pedro a historic Spanish fort near the waterfront.
5. If you are daring then a visit to the Sky Experience Adventure.
6. If you really want some of the culture a visit to Carbon Market would provide this but be cautious at this location.
7. An interesting site on the island of Mactan is Lapu-Lapu Shrine, not a must but interesting.
8. If you are interested in nature I recommend a day trip to Mantayupan Falls located on the west side of Cebu in the town of Barili.
There are any number of interesting museums and houses to be seen but the items I have listed I have always found to be of interest and I have visited them many times over the 50 years I have visited and lived in the Philippines. Enjoy your trip and be sure and try the Philippine cuisine, especially the Adobo.
sweetgurl1462
1 contribution
I would like to know how i can get there from Marriott Cebu city hotel?
jeff1955malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia5,207 contributions
the best way is by cab. From robinson is straight down the road about 2 Km. colon road is quite long. many shops on both side of the road. Beware of pick pocketers. many shopping centres are found along the road.
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- We recommend booking Colon Street tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Colon Street tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Colon Street:
- (0.05 km) Cebu Hallmark Hotel
- (0.15 km) Hotel de Mercedes
- (0.13 km) Cebu Century Hotel
- (0.13 km) Alemar Budgetel
- (0.18 km) Pacific Tourist Inn
- Restaurants near Colon Street:
- (0.03 km) Chowking
- (0.04 km) Briquito Silvanas
- (0.13 km) Ding How Dim Sum House
- (0.13 km) Chowking
- (0.13 km) Penong's Barbeque Seafoods and Chicken
- Attractions near Colon Street:
- (0.20 km) Cebu Travel Agency
- (0.21 km) Hel-An Thai Massage and Spa
- (0.42 km) University of San Carlos Museum
- (0.52 km) Basilica del Santo Niño
- (0.47 km) Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral