Cartagena

A curated guide to Cartagena, Colombia: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Centro Histórico de Cartagena 4.8★ (4,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Museo Del Chocolate Colombia - Cartagena 4.8★ (5,000 reviews) · Museum
  3. Walls of Cartagena 4.8★ (34,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Aviario Nacional de Colombia 4.8★ (3,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. San Felipe de Barajas Fort 4.7★ (67,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Monumento Torre del Reloj 4.7★ (36,000 reviews) · Historical landmark
  7. Plaza de la Aduana 4.6★ (3,200 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. Convent of Santa Cruz de la Popa 4.6★ (5,200 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. MORENA LOUNGE BEACH/ SUNSET/ BY THE SEA/ LIVE MUSIC 4.9★ (11,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Manna Breakfast & Lunch 4.9★ (2,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. RESTAURANTE EL BURLADOR Mediterráneo - Caribe (Cartagena) 4.8★ (4,700 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. Buena Vida Marisquería - Cartagena 4.8★ (9,500 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. Casa Bohême 4.7★ (2,200 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. Carta Ajena Restaurante 4.9★ (1,800 reviews) · Restaurant
  7. Café San Alberto Cartagena - Plaza Santo Domingo 4.5★ (2,000 reviews) · Cafe
  8. Restaurante Sambal, bistro caribeño 4.9★ (1,500 reviews) · Restaurant

Where to drink

  1. Nía Bakery Coffee Shop & Cocktails 4.8★ (2,300 reviews) · Espresso bar
  2. Época Café Bar 4.7★ (3,500 reviews) · Espresso bar
  3. Mirador Gastro Bar 4.6★ (4,800 reviews) · Bar
  4. La Movida Cartagena 4.5★ (3,000 reviews) · Bar
  5. Alquimico 4.4★ (6,200 reviews) · Bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Cartagena?

With 22 notable sights and 16 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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