THINGS TO DO IN CARTAGENA

We can help you create custom itineraries and help you with your travel plans. Here is a list of interesting things you can do, and resources in and around the city. We’ve included a mix of the usual spots with some lesser-known, more authentic places to enjoy and learn about Cartagena.

Featured

Visit the Islands

Most visitors spend at least a day at one of the islands around Cartagena soaking in the crystal-clear water, white sandy beaches, and water sports like snorkeling and diving.

Visit Getsemaní and enjoy some amazing Street Art

When Visiting Cartagena, you must visit Getsemaní, an eclectic, intriguing and beautiful neighborhood. Initially, the first residents were militias known as "Lanceros de Getsemaní", who fought for Cartagena's independence.

Visit the San Felipe De Barajas Castle

Visit the San Felipe Castle (Castillo de San Felipe), one of the must things to do while visiting Cartagena.

Join one of our tailored Social and Cultural Experiences

We provide you with wonderful tailored Social and Cultural Experiences with a local perspective that will allow you to immerse yourself in Cartagena’s rich and lively culture and get a real feel for the city.

Visit Cartagena's old town and wander the streets

Cartagena has one of the best-preserved colonial towns in the Americas and you can clearly see it when you wander the streets of the old town. One of the main attractions and one of the things to do in Cartagena is the old town within the walled city.

Take Spanish Classes

Colombia is one of the best places to learn Spanish in South America, due to a more clear pronunciation, as well as Colombian’s openness and friendliness when talking to foreigners that are trying to learn their language.

Visit the National Aviary

Did you know that Colombia has the most bird species on earth? Yes, it does! A whopping 1,870 number of species and counting, even more than Peru and Brazil! ⁣

Visit an Art Gallery in a Parking Lot

When visiting Colombia and Cartagena, you can take away home a great souvenir. There is a quaint gallery in Getsemaní, inside what it used to be a parking lot.

Enjoy a Beautiful Sunset

Cartagena is one of those cities that has some amazing sunsets, so when coming to Cartagena you must catch one.

Get some Colombian Flowers at a local Flower Market

Colombia is one of the largest producers of flowers, especially chrysanthemums. So, if you want to get some flowers for a special occasion, or you feel homesick or just because.

Check Out What To Eat