Cartagena feels like a sun‑soaked postcard that you can actually walk through. The walled Old Town, especially the cobblestone streets of Getsemaní and the polished plazas around Plaza Santo Domingo, buzzes with colorful murals, street‑side cafés, and the occasional live cumbia band spilling out ont...
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11- Castillo San Felipe de Barajas$12-$12
The 16th‑century fortress on a hill offers panoramic views of Cartagena; arrive early to avoid crowds.
Find on Viator → - La Mulata$35-$35
Enjoy a tasting menu of modern Caribbean dishes such as arroz con coco and fried fish in an upscale setting.
Find on Viator → - Rosario Islands boat tour$55-$55
A half‑day speedboat ride to the Rosario Islands includes snorkeling gear and time on white‑sand beaches.
Find on Viator → - Misterio Club$10-$14
Dance the night away in a hidden speakeasy with expertly crafted cocktails that stay open until 2 am.
Find on Viator → - Cerro de la Popa hike$0-$0
Climb the steep path to the convent on Cerro de la Popa for a sunrise 360° view; bring water.
Find on Viator → - Museo del Oro Zenú$4-$4
Explore a compact museum showcasing pre‑Columbian gold artifacts from the Zenú culture.
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Where to stay
6Where to eat
8- La Mulata$30-$40/ppCaribbean · GetsemaníReserve →
- La Cevichería$12-$20/ppSeafood · Old TownReserve →
- El Burladero$15-$25/ppSeafood · GetsemaníReserve →
- Café del Mar$8-$12/ppInternational · Walled CityReserve →
- Café Havana$7-$10/ppLatin · GetsemaníReserve →
- Punta Arena$20-$35/ppInternational · BocagrandeReserve →
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