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

Natural National Park Tayrona

Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)

AU$231
per adult
Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

AU$91
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Visits to sacred waterfalls to enjoy a good river bath

Minca Full Day Tour

AU$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Minca Full Day Tour
Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

AU$105
per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat

Santa Marta Bay: Sunset on a sail boat

AU$74
per adult
Santa Marta Bay: Sunset on a sail boat
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

AU$69
per adult
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour
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Our pick of the best Bavaria Hotel Deals

Casa Chunuu hotel boutique
Casa Chunuu hotel boutique
3.5 out of 5
29a60 Cra. 14, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$94 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$94
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and Eduardo Santos ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Awesome property, and the staff is always amazing !!!!"

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Casa Chunuu hotel boutique
Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton Santa Marta
4.5 out of 5
Carrera 2 No 114-78, Sector Pozos Colorados, Santa Marta
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$204 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$204
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (288 reviews)
"Loved the Spa, food options, roof top bar with DJ had a great time."

Reviewed on 27 Jan. 2025

Hilton 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$129 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (537 reviews)
"Amazing property with even better staff. Staff here were very helpfull and friendly. The buffet is good (eggs, chese, potato, deli meats, coffee, juice) dinner is good as well however better options near by. Will stay here again. Close to everything!"

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025

Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$269 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
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! (747 reviews)
"Beautiful place, great food, very attentive and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Hotel Porto Horizonte
Hotel Porto Horizonte
3 out of 5
Carrera 2, 107-31, Santa Marta, Santa Marta
The price is AU$123 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Santa Marta Beach ...
7.8/10 Good! (59 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025

Hotel Porto Horizonte
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$134 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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! (707 reviews)
"Beautiful property and conveniently located near the marina and dinning/fun options."

Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
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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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