San Martín 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
Blue Well

Blue Well

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Blue Well during your travels in Minca. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Blue Well

Activities

Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo

Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo

AU$40
Per adult
Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

AU$86
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

AU$91
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip
Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat

Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat

AU$68
Per adult
Santa Marta Bay: Sunnset on a sail boat
Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

AU$99
Per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Natural National Park Tayrona

Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)

AU$217
Per adult
Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)
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Our pick of the best San Martín Hotel Deals

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$234 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$234
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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! (716 reviews)
"Yo y mis esposa no la pasamos super bien. Lo recomendará por seguro!"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
3.5 out of 5
Calle 115 No 2 39, Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta
The price is AU$113 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
AU$113
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (667 reviews)
"Excelente"

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

Mercure Santa Marta Emile
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$208 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (235 reviews)
"Muy profesional todo el personal"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$124 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
AU$124
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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! (682 reviews)
"The property was excellent and the staff was brillant ,from reception staff to restaurant staff,the cleanliness of the room was excellent 100 percent Also the swimming pool staff very nice specially a gentleman called Edwin the swimming pool attendant ."

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel be La Sierra
3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$79 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$79
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (339 reviews)
"mi estadia fue solo una noche y no pude disfrutar mucho del hotel. se debe tener en cuenta que esta frente a la playa de rodadero que es muy activa de dia y de noche."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2024

Hotel be La Sierra
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$110 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$110
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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! (353 reviews)
Very beautiful hotel
"We love all the spaces in the hotel. We watched the sunset from the pool and it was very nice. We loved the breakfast, very varied. Delicious hot chocolate. The hotel is very well located, very close to the marina and beach."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
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Other neighbourhoods around San Martín

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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
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
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
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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
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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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