Colon Street

It's renowned for being the oldest street in the Philippines and serves as a vibrant center for commerce, culture, and history in downtown Cebu City. With a mix of shops, historical landmarks, and bustling activity, Colon Street is a must-visit for anyone exploring Cebu.

Colon Street is a historical street in downtown Cebu City •Colon Street It called the Oldest Street in the Philippines and the shortest National Road in the Philippines •It is named after Cristóbal Colón (Christopher Columbus) •It traces its origins to the town plan by Miguel Lopez de Legazpi the Spanish Conquistador ...

The origin of Colon Street being labeled as the oldest street in the Philippines can be traced back to 1910. During that time, Cebu-based shop American Bazar sold a postcard showing a section of Colon Street with a label "Oldest Street in Cebu".