A Mini Guide to Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena is a city on the northern coast of Colombia. A port city in the Caribbean Coast Region, it is the fifth largest city in Colombia. The economy of Cartagena is dependent on the maritime and petrochemical industries and tourism. Founded in 1533 and named after the city of Cartagena in Spain, the city served a key role in administration and expansion of the Spanish Empire during colonial times. It was the centre of political and economic activity owing to the presence of royalty and wealthy viceroys through much of that era. Cartagena’s historical walled city and fortress, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are among the city’s many historical attractions. Cartagena also has an active and colourful culture.

Here are some of the top places to visit in Cartagena

1. Centro Amurallado – Old Town
2. Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
3. Rosario Islands
4. Bocagrande and El Laguito
5. La Popa Convent
6. Playa Blanca
7. Las Bovedas Shop
8. Museo de Oro y Arqueloguía
9. Santa Marta
10. Tayrona Beach

Things to do in Cartagena

1. Photograph the fruit ladies
2. Walk along on the sea wall
3. Explore the streets of El Centro
4. See the Churches and Cathedrals
5. Visit the Clock Tower Gate
6. Visit the Fortress
7. Go to a Museum
8. Eat Colombian/Caribbean food
9. Drink at a rooftop bar
10. Go to Getsemani for nightlife

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Kane Parker

I'm a fellow at the Travel Center in London, which is a leading European travel company established in 1987 by Moresand Ltd. I have been writing contents based on holidays and tours for the last five years at Travel Center. My passion is to help people who love travelling and are looking for the ideal travel tips on destinations all around the world. Like a lot of people, I hoped travel would solve everything. I set off - convinced my trip would be all about incredible, life-changing moments; ones full of sunsets and rainbows and meaningful experiences. Instead, I stumbled headfirst into a disaster.