Bavaria Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Rodadero Beach which includes a beach, a skyscraper and boating

Rodadero Beach

5/5(1 review)

This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.

Rodadero Beach
Parque de Los Novios which includes a city, heritage elements and street scenes

Parque de Los Novios

4/5(2 reviews)

Meet friends and share a few drinks at this plaza in the center of Santa Marta, where you’ll find restaurants, bars and vendors selling snacks.

Parque de Los Novios
Rodadero Beach featuring a luxury hotel or resort, general coastal views and rocky coastline

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum

3/5(1 review)

Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum during your holiday to Santa Marta. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
Ciudad Perdida

Ciudad Perdida

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Ciudad Perdida
Santa Marta Cathedral which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Santa Marta Cathedral

4/5(1 review)

Walk around the cathedral that holds the remains of the city’s founder and claims to be the oldest church in the country.

Santa Marta Cathedral
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino featuring a memorial as well as a small group of people

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Visit the 17th-century villa and art museum made famous as the place where the famous military leader Simón Bolívar died.

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Activities

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

AU$88
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Natural National Park Tayrona

Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)

AU$222
per adult
Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)
Visits to sacred waterfalls to enjoy a good river bath

Minca Full Day Tour

AU$117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Minca Full Day Tour
Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat

Santa Marta Bay: Sunset on a sail boat

AU$71
per adult
Santa Marta Bay: Sunset on a sail boat
Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

AU$85
per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

AU$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip
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Our pick of the best Bavaria Hotel Deals

Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton Santa Marta
4.5 out of 5
Carretera 1 No. 114-77 KM 14, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$216 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$216
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (251 reviews)
"Right on the beach with direct access from the hotel. Two infinity pools one of them is adults only great for getting away from the noise. Only thing I didn’t like was house keeping never would put new towels, complimentary water bottles were empty and never refilled the whole trip, and ac unit is ..."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 1C No. 24-04, Santa Marta
The price is AU$144 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (691 reviews)
"we had a good experience at this hotel in Santa Marta. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. The location was perfect, with beautiful views. The pool and restaurant were also highlights. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Santa Marta!"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
4.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 No 142-60, Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$272 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (728 reviews)
Servicio Excepcional !
"Disfrute de mi estadia de principio a fin. Quede muy impresionado con el nivel de profesionalismo y vocacion de servicio al cliente de cada uno de los empleados con quienes interactue. La calidad de las instalaciones son excelentes y bien mantenidas. Espero volver pronto !"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Irotama Lago
Irotama Lago
4 out of 5
Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$380 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
AU$380
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (632 reviews)
nice resort
"Very nice resort great location. Various restaurants and lots of pools to choose from."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Irotama Lago
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
CALLE 23 NO. 1C - 79, Santa Marta
The price is AU$162 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (369 reviews)
"It was in a great area & very very impressive"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Calle 24 No 3-65, Santa Marta
The price is AU$91 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (510 reviews)
"Is good ."

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bavaria

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Barrio Alambique

While there might not be top attractions in Barrio Alambique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de Los Novios and Bahia de Santa Marta.

Barrio Alambique
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Pueblito

Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Pueblito
Historic Center which includes street scenes, a city and heritage elements

Historic Center

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Center. A stop by Parque de Los Novios or Santa Marta Beach might round out your trip.

Historic Center
Historic Center featuring a city and street scenes

Barrio Centro

If you're spending some time in Barrio Centro, Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Centro
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Barrio Miraflores

While Barrio Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral.

Barrio Miraflores
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Norte

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Norte

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