Guidebook for Cartagena

Daniel & Mariana
Daniel & Mariana
Guidebook for Cartagena

Food scene

11 locals recommend
La Girolata
36-86 Playa de la Artilleria
11 locals recommend
39 locals recommend
Marzola Parrilla Argentina
39 locals recommend
157 locals recommend
Crepes & Waffles
4 #31-24 Pl. de San Pedro Claver
157 locals recommend
157 locals recommend
Crepes & Waffles
4 #31-24 Pl. de San Pedro Claver
157 locals recommend
74 locals recommend
Juan Valdez Café
7-17 Cra. 2
74 locals recommend
14 locals recommend
Dolce E Salato
4 Cra. 3
14 locals recommend
Restaurante-Bar Intriga Tropical
1 Cl. 1A
15 locals recommend
18 locals recommend
Casa de la Cerveza
18 locals recommend
89 locals recommend
Restaurante Club de Pesca
89 locals recommend
15 locals recommend
El León de Baviera
10B-65 Cl. 24
15 locals recommend
10 locals recommend
Boka Restaurante
#3-52 Cl. 6
10 locals recommend
Di Silvio Trattoria Getsemani
#9 - 72 Calle 29
96 locals recommend
Restaurante La Perla Cartagena
22 locals recommend
24 locals recommend
McDonald's
2 Cra. 2
24 locals recommend
12 locals recommend
Burger King San Martin
8-105 Carrera 2
12 locals recommend
Frisby
7-16 Cra. 2
16 locals recommend
Montesacro Resto Bar
04 Cl. 33
16 locals recommend
La Fontana Trattoria & Wine Bar
Calle 6 Carrera 2
11 locals recommend
45 locals recommend
Restaurante Marea Cartagena
45 locals recommend
Da Pietro Centro - Restaurante Italiano
N° 38-71 Cra. 8
6 locals recommend
Restaurante Peru Gourmet
Via Manzanillo
6 locals recommend
30 locals recommend
Restaurante San Valentin
#2886 Cl. 37
30 locals recommend
9 locals recommend
Kokoa Sushi Wok
#30-40 Cra. 10
9 locals recommend
10 locals recommend
Zona 6 Food Hall
3-24 Cl. 6
10 locals recommend
71 locals recommend
Fragma Club
#36-86 Cra. 2
71 locals recommend

Nightlife

353 locals recommend
Café del Mar Ltda.
353 locals recommend
71 locals recommend
Fragma Club
#36-86 Cra. 2
71 locals recommend
38 locals recommend
Bar Tu Candela
#32-25 Cra. 7
38 locals recommend
118 locals recommend
SALSA DONDE FIDEL
Carrera 4
118 locals recommend
168 locals recommend
Café Havana
ESQUINA Cra. 10
168 locals recommend
84 locals recommend
Mister Babilla
8B-126 Calle 25
84 locals recommend

Shopping Center

33 locals recommend
Centro Comercial Mall Plaza
35-32 Cra. 14
33 locals recommend
161 locals recommend
Bocagrande Square Mall
12-118 Cra. 1
161 locals recommend

Parks & Nature

296 locals recommend
Rosario Islands
296 locals recommend
Cartagena Botanical Garden "Guillermo Piñeres"
36 locals recommend
38 locals recommend
Tierra Bomba Island
38 locals recommend
183 locals recommend
National Aviary of Colombia
183 locals recommend
Eco-hotel Isla del Sol
Hotel Cocoliso Resort

Sightseeing

The Castillo San Felipe de Barajas is a fortress in the city of Cartagena, Colombia. The castle is located on the Hill of San Lázaro in a strategic location, dominating approaches to the city by land or sea. It was built by the Spanish during the colonial era. Construction began in the year 1536, and it was originally known as the Castillo de San Lázaro, It was expanded in 1657.
591 locals recommend
San Felipe de Barajas Castle
17-85 Calle 32
591 locals recommend
The Castillo San Felipe de Barajas is a fortress in the city of Cartagena, Colombia. The castle is located on the Hill of San Lázaro in a strategic location, dominating approaches to the city by land or sea. It was built by the Spanish during the colonial era. Construction began in the year 1536, and it was originally known as the Castillo de San Lázaro, It was expanded in 1657.
Spanish: Pedro Claver (26 June 1581 – 8 September 1654) was a Spanish Jesuit priest and missionary born in Verdú (Catalonia) who, due to his life and work, became the patron saint of slaves, the Republic of Colombia and ministry to African Americans. During the 40 years of his ministry in Colombia it is estimated he personally baptized around 300,000 people. He is also patron saint for seafarers.
106 locals recommend
San Pedro Claver Church
30-01 Cra. 4
106 locals recommend
Spanish: Pedro Claver (26 June 1581 – 8 September 1654) was a Spanish Jesuit priest and missionary born in Verdú (Catalonia) who, due to his life and work, became the patron saint of slaves, the Republic of Colombia and ministry to African Americans. During the 40 years of his ministry in Colombia it is estimated he personally baptized around 300,000 people. He is also patron saint for seafarers.
It is the oldest church in Cartagena de Indias. It was founded in 1551 and its construction, which started at the end of the XVIth century was very accidented. Highlighted on its facade are the two bodies main entrance, the superior with less height containing an image of Santo Domingo on the center and two lateral windows, also the convex frieze.
31 locals recommend
Santo Domingo Church
33-60 Cra. 3
31 locals recommend
It is the oldest church in Cartagena de Indias. It was founded in 1551 and its construction, which started at the end of the XVIth century was very accidented. Highlighted on its facade are the two bodies main entrance, the superior with less height containing an image of Santo Domingo on the center and two lateral windows, also the convex frieze.
Officially the Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria (Spanish: Catedral Basílica Metropolitana de Santa Catalina de Alejandría), is located in the historic centre of Cartagena. It is the episcopal see of the Archbishop of Cartagena de Indias, one of the oldest episcopal sees in the Americas. The cathedral is dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
10 locals recommend
Parroquia de La Catedral
10 locals recommend
Officially the Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria (Spanish: Catedral Basílica Metropolitana de Santa Catalina de Alejandría), is located in the historic centre of Cartagena. It is the episcopal see of the Archbishop of Cartagena de Indias, one of the oldest episcopal sees in the Americas. The cathedral is dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
78 locals recommend
Walls of Cartagena
Calle de la Serrezuela
78 locals recommend
This cozy, shaded square sits in the heart of Cartagena’s historic Walled City and is a haven for travelers and locals alike. There are plenty of benches and places to sit under the shade of trees to escape the heat of the day while exploring Cartagena. The Plaza de Bolivar is also the perfect spot to see and hear traditional dance and music displayed by local artists while you rest.
40 locals recommend
Bolivar Park
40 locals recommend
This cozy, shaded square sits in the heart of Cartagena’s historic Walled City and is a haven for travelers and locals alike. There are plenty of benches and places to sit under the shade of trees to escape the heat of the day while exploring Cartagena. The Plaza de Bolivar is also the perfect spot to see and hear traditional dance and music displayed by local artists while you rest.
The principal entrance of the old city of Cartagena de Indias is made by the tour of the Public Clock. At first, the clock tour had only one arch to enter, the middle one. Originally, the door had a weapon room and a chapel in the interior and was replaced by two other arches in the XVIII century. - See more at: http://www.cartagena-indias.com/en/Places/clock.html#sthash.iXbrWBax.dpuf The Gate and Clock Tower (“la Puerta y la Torre del Reloj”) can be seen at the main entrance of the walled city. Of the three open doors there, only the central one existed originally; the other two were occupied by a gunroom and a chapel. In 1874, a clock was brought from the United States, and 63 years later it was replaced by the current clock, imported from Switzerland.
118 locals recommend
Torre del Reloj
24-66 Cra. 8
118 locals recommend
The principal entrance of the old city of Cartagena de Indias is made by the tour of the Public Clock. At first, the clock tour had only one arch to enter, the middle one. Originally, the door had a weapon room and a chapel in the interior and was replaced by two other arches in the XVIII century. - See more at: http://www.cartagena-indias.com/en/Places/clock.html#sthash.iXbrWBax.dpuf The Gate and Clock Tower (“la Puerta y la Torre del Reloj”) can be seen at the main entrance of the walled city. Of the three open doors there, only the central one existed originally; the other two were occupied by a gunroom and a chapel. In 1874, a clock was brought from the United States, and 63 years later it was replaced by the current clock, imported from Switzerland.
On a 150m-high hill, the highest point in Cartagena, stands this convent. A beautiful image of La Virgen de la Candelaria, the patroness of the city, is in the convent's chapel, and there's a charming flower-filled patio. The views from here are outstanding and stretch all over the city. mejor vista sobre Cartagena / Best view over Cartagena
108 locals recommend
Convent of Santa Cruz de la Popa
Calle 37
108 locals recommend
On a 150m-high hill, the highest point in Cartagena, stands this convent. A beautiful image of La Virgen de la Candelaria, the patroness of the city, is in the convent's chapel, and there's a charming flower-filled patio. The views from here are outstanding and stretch all over the city. mejor vista sobre Cartagena / Best view over Cartagena
In the surrounding area you will find Santo Toribio Church, the last church built in the walled city, and next to it, Fernandez de Madrid Square, in honor of Cartagena’s hero Jose Fernandez de Madrid, whose statue can be seen here.
80 locals recommend
Fernandez Madrid Square
37-14 Carrera 8
80 locals recommend
In the surrounding area you will find Santo Toribio Church, the last church built in the walled city, and next to it, Fernandez de Madrid Square, in honor of Cartagena’s hero Jose Fernandez de Madrid, whose statue can be seen here.
The monument at the main entrance to the old town from the mainland is a tribute to the Carib people, the group that inhabited this land before the Spanish Conquest. The lovely bronze statue depicts Catalina, a beautiful Carib woman who served as interpreter to Pedro de Heredia upon the arrival of the Spaniards. The statue was forged in 1974 by Eladio Gil, a Spanish sculptor living in Cartagena.
57 locals recommend
India Catalina Park
C32
57 locals recommend
The monument at the main entrance to the old town from the mainland is a tribute to the Carib people, the group that inhabited this land before the Spanish Conquest. The lovely bronze statue depicts Catalina, a beautiful Carib woman who served as interpreter to Pedro de Heredia upon the arrival of the Spaniards. The statue was forged in 1974 by Eladio Gil, a Spanish sculptor living in Cartagena.
Previously known as Plaza de la Yerba, the triangular plaza just behind Puerta del Reloj was once used as a market for enslaved people. It is lined with old balconied houses with colonial arches at ground level. The arcaded walkway, known as El Portal de los Dulces, is today lined with confectionery stands selling local sweets. The statue of the city's founder, Pedro de Heredia, is in the middle of the plaza.
30 locals recommend
Plaza de los Coches
Carrera 7
30 locals recommend
Previously known as Plaza de la Yerba, the triangular plaza just behind Puerta del Reloj was once used as a market for enslaved people. It is lined with old balconied houses with colonial arches at ground level. The arcaded walkway, known as El Portal de los Dulces, is today lined with confectionery stands selling local sweets. The statue of the city's founder, Pedro de Heredia, is in the middle of the plaza.

Arts & Culture

Also known as the Inquisition Palace, (Spanish: Palacio de la Inquisición) is an eighteenth-century the seat of the Holy Office of the Inquisition in Cartagena, now in modern Colombia. Finished around 1770, it currently serves as a museum showcasing the torture equipment used, as well as other historical artifacts. it faces the Parque de Bolívar.
64 locals recommend
Palace of Inquisition
64 locals recommend
Also known as the Inquisition Palace, (Spanish: Palacio de la Inquisición) is an eighteenth-century the seat of the Holy Office of the Inquisition in Cartagena, now in modern Colombia. Finished around 1770, it currently serves as a museum showcasing the torture equipment used, as well as other historical artifacts. it faces the Parque de Bolívar.
Is a permanent exhibitions relating to: the Military Naval History of Cartagena de Indias, Universal Navigation, the Colombian Navy, including current times. Plus exhibitions representing the Colonial and early Republican periods.
84 locals recommend
Museo Naval Del Caribe
3-26 Cl. de San Juan de Dios
84 locals recommend
Is a permanent exhibitions relating to: the Military Naval History of Cartagena de Indias, Universal Navigation, the Colombian Navy, including current times. Plus exhibitions representing the Colonial and early Republican periods.
Housing a small but important collection of historical works by artist, Alejandro Obregon and Enrique Grau, Cartagena's Museum of Modern Art is an essential pit-stop for culture vultures looking to savour the Caribbean influence on Colombian art. Founded in 1959 in a former Customs House on the corner of Plaza San Pedro de Claver, the museum keeps its permanent collection on the ground floor and holds temporary exhibitions upstairs.
56 locals recommend
Museo de Arte Moderno
69b69 Cl. 31
56 locals recommend
Housing a small but important collection of historical works by artist, Alejandro Obregon and Enrique Grau, Cartagena's Museum of Modern Art is an essential pit-stop for culture vultures looking to savour the Caribbean influence on Colombian art. Founded in 1959 in a former Customs House on the corner of Plaza San Pedro de Claver, the museum keeps its permanent collection on the ground floor and holds temporary exhibitions upstairs.
Inaugurated by Banco de La República, in 1982 it opens its doors to the public in Cartagena de Indias with a collection of gold and ceramic of the main pre columbian cultures. The Gold Museum is located in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, within the walled sector, Plaza de Bolivar.
209 locals recommend
Museo del Oro Zenú
33-26 Parque de Bolívar
209 locals recommend
Inaugurated by Banco de La República, in 1982 it opens its doors to the public in Cartagena de Indias with a collection of gold and ceramic of the main pre columbian cultures. The Gold Museum is located in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, within the walled sector, Plaza de Bolivar.
13 locals recommend
Museo de Las Fortificaciones
Carrera 11
13 locals recommend
is located in the city's historical downtown and inaugurated in 1905. This theater was inspired by the iconic theaters in Italy. It can welcome an audience of up to 650 spectators.
83 locals recommend
Teatro Heredia
38-1 Cra. 3
83 locals recommend
is located in the city's historical downtown and inaugurated in 1905. This theater was inspired by the iconic theaters in Italy. It can welcome an audience of up to 650 spectators.

Essentials

Carulla Castillo Grande Nuevo
6-12 Carrera 4
26 locals recommend
8 locals recommend
Farmatodo Castillo Grande
Carrera 5
8 locals recommend
12 locals recommend
NUEVO HOSPITAL DE BOCAGRANDE
6-49 Cl. 5
12 locals recommend
8 locals recommend
Bodytech — Bocagrande
12-118 Cra. 1
8 locals recommend