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Popular places to visit

Las Bovedas

Las Bovedas

3.5/5(2 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Las Bovedas during your visit to Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Las Bovedas

Centro Comercial La Serrezuela

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Centro Comercial La Serrezuela during your visit to Cartagena. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.

Centro Comercial La Serrezuela

House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Find out about the history of Cartagena when you spend time at House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Plaza de San Diego

Learn about the local history of Cartagena when you spend time at Plaza de San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Plaza de San Diego

Teatro Heredia

Get tickets for a show at Teatro Heredia, a popular theatre in Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Teatro Heredia

Santo Toribio Church

Santo Toribio Church is just one of the places to see in Cartagena, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Santo Toribio Church

Activities

The ORIGINAL Rosario Islands Tour on Catamaran or Speedboat

The ORIGINAL Rosario Islands Tour on Catamaran or Speedboat

AU$98
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
The ORIGINAL Rosario Islands Tour on Catamaran or Speedboat
3 Rosario Islands Beach Club Tour with Lunch

5-Stop Rosario Islands with Lunch (Optional Snorkel & Oceanarium)

AU$91
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
5-Stop Rosario Islands with Lunch (Optional Snorkel & Oceanarium)
Picture 4 for Activity Cartagena: Sunset Open Bar Cruise in Catamaran or Speedboat

Cartagena: Open Bar Sunset Cruise with Bar Crawl After Party

AU$24
per adult
Cartagena: Open Bar Sunset Cruise with Bar Crawl After Party
Sibarita Master 85' luxury 90 min Sunset Tour Open Bar

Sibarita Master 85' luxury 90 min Sunset Tour Open Bar

AU$60
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Sibarita Master 85' luxury 90 min Sunset Tour Open Bar
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach

AU$74
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach
ATV Half-Day Tour in Cartagena

ATV Half-Day Tour in Cartagena

AU$161
per adult
ATV Half-Day Tour in Cartagena
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Our pick of the best San Diego Hotel Deals

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

5 out of 5
Calle Del Torno, 39 - 29, Barrio San Diego, Cartagena, Bolivar
The price is AU$629 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$629
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Book a stay at this spa resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"YASON WAS AMAZING AT THE DOORBELL SERVICE"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Bastión Luxury Hotel

Bastión Luxury Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Calle del Sargento No. 6-87, Cartagena, Bolivar
The price is AU$476 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$476
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff and food were excellent."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Bastión Luxury Hotel
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton

Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Calle del Curato No. 38 - 99, Cartagena, Bolivar
The price is AU$304 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$304
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (463 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Privado Designer Boutique Hotel

Privado Designer Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
3848 Cra. 7, Cartagena, Bolívar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"Nice hotel, helpful staff. We were given a packet of coupons for various restaurants in the area. We used as many as we could and got free drinks and appetizers at three different restaurants. Not only did we save money, but we got to experience different establishments, all excellent choices places ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito, Cartagena
The price is AU$193 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$193
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,214 reviews)
"I've noticed a significant number of vendors setting up shop on the beach. Perhaps there could be designated areas to help manage the flow of sales. This would help preserve the beach experience for everyone."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Hilton Cartagena
GHL Corales de Indias

GHL Corales de Indias

4 out of 5
Carrera 1 No. 62-198, Crespo, Cartagena, Bolivar
The price is AU$190 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$190
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff and very helpful with great hospitality"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

GHL Corales de Indias
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Other neighbourhoods around San Diego

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Cartagena Centro

Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historical sites. Make a stop by Plaza Santo Domingo or Bolivar Square while you're exploring the area.

Cartagena Centro
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La Matuna

La Matuna is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by India Catalina Monument, a top place to visit in the area.

La Matuna
Ayala Center which includes modern architecture

Cartagena Walled City

5/5(14 area reviews)

Cartagena Walled City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while you're in town.

Cartagena Walled City
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El Cabrero

If you're spending some time in El Cabrero, Del Cabrero Chapel and Casa de Rafael Núñez are top sights worth seeing.

El Cabrero
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Getsemani

Travellers come to Getsemani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza de la Trinidad and Los Pegasos Dock while you're in town.

Getsemani
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Pie del Cerro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pie del Cerro and surrounding area, you can visit Mall Plaza El Castillo and Centro Comercial La Serrezuela.

Pie del Cerro

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