CARTAGENA
Cartagena has it all, going from stunning cathedrals, colorful colonial architecture, to narrow cobbled streets, cozy squares, gourmet restaurants, and white-sand islands.
The best thing to do in Cartagena is to actually get lost in the colorful streets. You will see beautiful colonial houses that come with traditional balconies. It will be the best way to take in the atmosphere of this Caribbean pearl.
Don´t miss out on paying a visit to the nearby Rosario islands as well. They are a true Caribbean paradise and the blue of the ocean and the whiteness of the beaches will blow you away.
Cartagena is also thé place to try delicious seafood or other typical regional dishes. Pamper yourself and enjoy this bit of colorful culture and history!
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INFORMATION
Population: 972.000 inhabitants
Altitude: 2 masl
Average temperature: 29 °C
Best time to visit: All year round
Population:
972.000 inhabitants
Altitude:
2 masl
Average temperature:
29 °C
Best time to visit:
All year round
AVAILABLE TOURS
Bazurto Market Tour
Adventure outside Cartagena’s city center by taking this Bazurto Market Tour and discover a very authentic, vibrant and colourful market. It is a truly unforgettable experience.
Cartagena City Tour
Discover the best of Cartagena with our City Tour. Visit its most iconic attractions and walk through its colorful streets together with an English-speaking guide.
Cooking Class
Get introduced to the delicious food of Cartagena and learn about the local secrets that go in every bite of this delicious Caribbean cuisine.
Private Boat Tour
If you are looking for an exclusive experience near Cartagena then you have to take this island tour to the Rosario islands with a private boat.
Rosario Islands Tour
Discover the crystal- clear and turquoise water of the Caribbean Sea by taking this exciting Rosario islands boat tour near Cartagena´s shore.
Cartagena Walking Tour
Make sure to get the perfect introduction to Cartagena, its unique history and its beautiful colonial center on this informative walking tour.
Fishing with Locals
Go on an authentic and off-the-beaten-track experience by joining local fishermen in their daily efforts to catch the best fish in the surrounding waters.
National Aviary Tour
Discover and enjoy the best aviary in the country with the biggest variety of birds in the world: Cartagena’s National Aviary.
Rum & Chocolate Tasting
Take a Rum and Chocolates tasting in Cartagena and discover the best Colombian flavors in a fun and delicious way. Click here for more information.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Hotel 3 Banderas
Hotel 3 Banderas is perfectly located in the old colonial town of Cartagena. It is a colorful traditional house close to many restaurants and touristic sights.
The hotel offers rooms with a private bathroom, air-conditioning, and T.V. Some of them come with a little balcony.
Guests can also enjoy an indoor patio and a small rooftop swimming pool from where you can enjoy views over colonial Cartagena.
The free WiFi functions throughout the whole hotel.
Have a look at Hotel 3 Banderas by clicking here.
Hotel Boutique Casa Córdoba Estrella
Hotel Casa Cordoba Estrella is a beautiful boutique hotel located in the charming old center of Cartagena. With this in mind, the hotel kept the colonial style of the historic center.
Guests can enjoy a small outdoor pool on the rooftop from where you have outstanding views over the city.
The rooms come with air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a TV. There is free WiFi available throughout the whole hotel.
Many restaurants and touristic highlights are in the direct proximity of the hotel.
Check out more about the hotel here.
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