Bolivar Department

Cartagena District

Things to Do in Cartagena

Things to Do in Cartagena, Colombia - Cartagena Attractions

Things to Do in Cartagena

Ways to tour Cartagena

Book these experiences for a close-up look at Cartagena.

Excursion to the Rosario Islands
145
Day Trips
from $88.54 per adult
Full-Day Rosario Islands Including Barú, Cholon and Playa Blanca
366
Adventure Tours
from $180.00 per adult (price varies by group size)
Bora Bora Cartagena - Beach Club - Full Day Experience
135
Adventure Tours
from $88.00 per adult
Private Boat Tour Full day trip to Rosario Islands, Cholon, Baru
23
Shore Excursions
from $699.00 per group (up to 10)
Private City Tour of Cartagena
48
Bus Tours
from $100.00 per adult
Dinner cruise on Cartagena's bay with Sibarita Master
85
Day Cruises
from $69.99 per adult
Lodotherapy in the Totumo Volcano with Visit to Galerazamba
31
Bus Tours
from $36.00 per adult
Full Day Boat Rental with Captain in Cartagena
4
Day Trips
from $490.00 per group (up to 12)
Freedom Tour of Palenque
22
Bus Tours
from $96.00 per adult
Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena
28
Shore Excursions
from $161.00 per adult (price varies by group size)

Bus Tours

Top Attractions in Cartagena

1. Walled City of Cartagena

Historic Sites

Open now

The city and its fortifications reflect the state-of-the-art of a global super power (Spain) during colonial times.

2. Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles

Open now

The castle has the historic information about the Spanish war engineering to protect their american colonies.

3. Barrio Getsemani

Neighborhoods • Historic Walking Areas

The whole district provides a contrast of traditional living areas and restored, brightly colored homes, hostels, and…

4. Caribe Jewelry Museum & Factory

Speciality Museums

Open now

The mining and processing of emeralds, the history of emerald mining in Colombia, the place of Colombia in the world…

5. Centro Historico

Historic Sites • Neighborhoods

Admission tickets from $15.00

The wall built 500 years ago still stands and surrounds the entire historic district.

6. Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver

Historic Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Open now

A combination of the old sanctuary, the church and the premises/ art gallery!

7. Plaza de La Trinidad

Points of Interest & Landmarks

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Historic plaza where the 1st throws of independence from the Spanish began.

8. Plaza Santo Domingo

Points of Interest & Landmarks

The walled city is an impressively conserved Spanish Colonial fort.

9. La Popa Convent

Religious Sites

Open now

Admission tickets from $7.00

This historic religious and spiritual structure was built on the foundation of a demolished Indian temple site used by…

10. Bomba Beach Club

Beach & Pool Clubs

Open now

But you will find hammocks, suspended beds, and exceptional service!

11. Torre del Reloj

Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

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The old city surrounded by walls maintains the architecture of the time (1861) of the independence of Colombia.

12. La Gorda Gertrudis

Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

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located in plaza Santo domingo, a loud, bustling place full of stores and restaurants.

13. La Serrezuela

Shopping Malls

Open now

The new and very modern shopping mall is build around the reconstructed former Plaza de Toros (Bullfight Arena).

14. Museo del Oro Zenu

History Museums

Open now

This extends to a fairly detailed explanation about how these people lived (and died) including a remarkable system of…

15. Plaza de San Diego

Points of Interest & Landmarks

This area is representative of the history of the Walled City which is this part of the city.

16. Isla Grande

Islands

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As its name suggests, it is the big island of the Rosario’s.

17. Las Bóvedas

Historic Sites

Open now

Las Bovedas (the vaults) featuring 23 bomb-proof vaults and 47 porticos is an historical structure in the Old City of…

18. Plaza de Bolívar

Points of Interest & Landmarks

Shaded by surrounding trees, this testament to one of the all-time great founders of the burgeoning "countries" of…

19. Catedral Santa Catalina de Alejandria

Churches & Cathedrals

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It is currently the seat of the Archbishop, one of the oldest episcopal seats in the Americas.

20. Portal de Los Dulces

Points of Interest & Landmarks

21. Playa de Bocagrande

Beaches

The colonial city is the oldest walled city in the Americas and is a truly magical step back into the past.

22. Plaza Bocagrande Centro Comercial

Shopping Malls

Open now

Five floors of stores of all kinds and a cinema on the top floor.

23. Vivarium del Caribe

Zoos

Open now

The guide and all the people working there were very welcoming and service minded.

24. Iglesia de la Trinidad

Churches & Cathedrals

Open now

Traditional 3 naves constitute the church's main floor layout, all supported by gilded top columns on the altar, and…

25. Casa Museo Rafael Nunez

Speciality Museums

Open now

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It showcases the life and times of Rafael Nunez, an important president of Colombia.

26. Mercado Bazurto

Flea & Street Markets

The abundant fish was fried in giant black kettles of oil over live fires.

27. Plaza de San Pedro Claver

Points of Interest & Landmarks

The plaza is large with bright colored buildings and brick courtyard.

28. Iglesia de Santo Toribio

Churches & Cathedrals

Historical Iglesia de Santo Toribio located within Cartagena walled city.

29. Templo de Santo Domingo

Religious Sites

30. Centro de Convenciones Cartagena de Indias

Points of Interest & Landmarks

Open now

Originally built in 1982 and renovated in 2011, it has a capacity of more than 65,000 square feet and hosts numerous…

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Day Trips

From quick jaunts to full-day outings.

Nature and Wildlife

Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

Luxury & Special Occasions

Water Sports

Walking & Biking Tours

Shore Excursions

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