Discover the Historic Charm of the Colon Obelisk

Car

If you're traveling by car, head towards Cebu City. Use your GPS or map app and set the destination to '7WX3+5FV, Colon St, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu'. Upon entering Cebu City, follow signs for Colon Street. The Colon Obelisk is located at the beginning of Colon Street, which is the oldest street in the Philippines. Parking may be limited, so look for nearby parking lots or street parking.

Public Transportation - Jeepney

To reach the Colon Obelisk using public transportation, find a jeepney terminal in your area that leads to Cebu City. Look for jeepneys that have 'Colon' or 'City Hall' as their destination. The fare is typically around PHP 8-12. Once you arrive at Colon Street, the Colon Obelisk will be visible as it marks the start of the street. Ask the driver to drop you near the obelisk if you are unsure.

Public Transportation - Bus

If you're coming from other provinces in the Visayas, take a bus to Cebu City. Major bus lines operate routes to Cebu City. Once you arrive at the Cebu North Bus Terminal or the South Bus Terminal, you can catch a jeepney to Colon Street. The fare for the jeepney is around PHP 8-12. After getting off at Colon Street, you will find the obelisk at the start of the street.

Taxi or Ride-hailing Service

For a more comfortable and direct option, consider using a taxi or a ride-hailing service like Grab. Simply enter 'Colon Obelisk' or '7WX3+5FV, Colon St, Cebu City' as your destination in the app. The fare will vary based on your starting location but expect to pay around PHP 150-300 from most areas in Cebu City. This option is ideal if you are traveling with a group or carrying heavy luggage.