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Visiting Cartagena, Colombia


A gorgeous fishing village on Colombia's Caribbean coast, Cartagena is a veritable treasure trove of colonial architecture and 17th-century forts. One of the safest spots in the country, this cruise... more » A gorgeous fishing village on Colombia's Caribbean coast, Cartagena is a veritable treasure trove of colonial architecture and 17th-century forts. One of the safest spots in the country, this cruise ship call favorite boast many fine beaches, great restaurants and an entirely walkable historic old town. Don't miss the lovely Walled City, Plaza Bolivar (home to Palacio de la Inquisicion), the cathedral and a gold museum. And San Felipe de Barajas Castle, one of Colombia's oldest buildings. « less
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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
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Low
Jul
86°F 30°C
76°F 24°C
Aug
86°F 30°C
76°F 24°C
Sep
86°F 30°C
76°F 24°C
Oct
86°F 30°C
76°F 24°C
Nov
85°F 29°C
76°F 24°C
Dec
85°F 29°C
75°F 23°C
Extended Forecast
Sunday
Jul 19
Hi:
89°F 31°C
Lo:
78°F 25°C
Monday
Jul 20
Hi:
91°F 32°C
Lo:
78°F 25°C
Tuesday
Jul 21
Hi:
87°F 30°C
Lo:
80°F 26°C

Traveler Reviews

Las Americas Global Resort

Jul 16, 2009

This is a very nice hotel, ideal for families with children or teenagers. It has a nice pools, a great beachfront, and services are excellent. One thing I could complain is that it is in the city...more

Hilton Cartagena

4 of 5 stars
Fairfax, Virginia
Jul 15, 2009

This hotel isn't pristine but that doesn't matter since Cartagena isn't and that would be missing the point of this place. What matters is the beds are comfortable, the pool area is great, you can...more

La Vitrola

Jul 13, 2009

I don't see how anyone could give this delightful place a bad review, even if a waiter wasn't as gracious the writer would have liked. The food overcomes any such small quibble and the atmosphere is...more

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