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Cartagena de Indias.
History and the Caribbean

Walk the walls, discover Getsemaní and enjoy the beaches and Rosario Islands.

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A brief history

Founded in 1533, Cartagena became a key colonial Caribbean port, shaped by slavery and the fortifications that define it today. It declared independence in 1811. In 1984, UNESCO listed its port, fortresses and monumental ensemble as World Heritage.

Places to visit

Ilustración editorial: Centro histórico y murallas

Historic centre and city walls

Walls, squares and balconies in Centro and San Diego.

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Ilustración editorial: Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

San Felipe de Barajas Castle

San Lázaro hill fortress, with ramps and tunnels.

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Ilustración editorial: Getsemaní

Getsemaní

Colourful streets, urban art and neighbourhood life.

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Ilustración editorial: Playa Blanca · Barú

Playa Blanca · Barú

Pale sand and turquoise waters in Barú.

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Ilustración editorial: Cerro y convento de La Popa

La Popa hill and convent

Historic convent, cloister and views over Cartagena.

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Ilustración editorial: Santuario y Museo San Pedro Claver

San Pedro Claver sanctuary and museum

Church and museum dedicated to Pedro Claver.

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Ilustración editorial: Bocagrande

Bocagrande

Urban beaches and a seafront lined with modern buildings.

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Experiences

Ilustración editorial: Excursión a las Islas del Rosario

Rosario Islands excursion

Sail to the islands for a day by the sea and on the beach.

Ilustración editorial: Visitar el Museo Histórico

Visit the History Museum

Discover Cartagena’s history in the former Inquisition Palace.

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Ilustración editorial: Recorrer la ciudad en bus turístico

Explore the city by sightseeing bus

See the city by sightseeing bus; check stops and route.

Ilustración editorial: Bucear en las Islas del Rosario

Scuba dive in the Rosario Islands

Explore underwater with an operator and suitable equipment.

Ilustración editorial: Navegar en catamarán

Sail on a catamaran

Sail from Cartagena; confirm route and conditions.

Ilustración editorial: Conocer manglares y pesca tradicional en La Boquilla

Discover mangroves and traditional fishing in La Boquilla

Discover mangroves by canoe and traditional fishing.

Free listings

Bastión Luxury Hotel

Charleston Santa Teresa

Hotel Casa San Agustín

InterContinental Cartagena de Indias

Movich Hotel Cartagena de Indias

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara

Alma

Alyzia Rooftop & Dining

Carmen Cartagena

Celele

El Gobernador

Jardín Santa Clara

Juan del Mar

La Vitrola

Mar y Zielo

Alquímico

Botika Santa Clara Bar

El Barón

El Coro Lounge Bar

Centro Comercial Caribe Plaza

La Serrezuela

Mallplaza Cartagena

Bona Vida Catamaranes

Diving Planet

Museo Histórico de Cartagena

City Sightseeing Cartagena

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