Cartagena 5 Island Hop Tour: Lunch, Snorkel, Beach Clubs, & More
4.76,578 reviews7h
from €63
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Cartagena: Private Walking Tour of the Walled City & Getsemaní
4.91,648 reviews2h
from €51
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Cartagena's Rosario Islands 5-Site Boat Tour with Lunch & Snorkel
4.81,626 reviews7h
from €68
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Cartagena Street Food Tour: 10 Local Tastings in the Walled City
4.91,537 reviews2h 30m
from €47
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Full Day Tour of 5 Must-See Places in the Rosario Islands
4.81,344 reviews7h 30m
from €118
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Top sights in Cartagena
- 1Walled City
- 2Castillo San Felipe de Barajas
- 3Getsemaní
- 4Rosario Islands
- 5Plaza Santo Domingo
- 6Café del Mar
- A Perfectly Preserved Colonial Masterpiece: Explore the Walled City (Ciudad Amurallada), a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can walk the complete 11 km of historic fortifications, marvel at the gold-leaf altar in the Cathedral of Cartagena, and get lost in the labyrinth of streets lined with iconic buildings like the Palace of the Inquisition.
- Unbeatable Caribbean Beaches and Islands: Escape to the pristine Rosario Islands (Islas del Rosario) for world-class snorkeling at the Oceanarium, or visit the closer, lively Playa Blanca on Barú for a day of sun, fresh fish lunches, and crystal-clear waters just an hour from the city.
- A Culinary Powerhouse: Savor Cartagena's legendary seafood, from tangy, citrus-marinated ceviche at La Cevichería to the rich coconut rice and fried fish of an authentic 'pescado frito con arroz de coco' in the Getsemaní market. The city is a top destination for food lovers in Colombia.
Tickets and passes in Cartagena
Food and drink experiences in Cartagena
Cartagena Cooking Class with Local Chef (Small Group Experience)
5.0564 reviews3h
from €53
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Cartagena Rum & Chocolate: 1-Hour Intro or 2-Hour Castle Views
5.0518 reviews2h
from €41
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Day trips and outdoor activities from Cartagena
Hidden gems in Cartagena
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Convento de la Popa
A 17th-century monastery perched on the highest hill in Cartagena, offering panoramic 360-degree views of the entire city, bay, and coastline.
Mercado de Bazurto
The city's sprawling, chaotic central market where locals buy everything from fresh fish and exotic fruits to household goods and traditional remedies.
Las Murallas at Sunrise
Walking the historic city walls as the sun rises over the Caribbean Sea, with the city still quiet and cool.
Café San Alberto in Getsemaní
A specialty coffee shop focused on single-origin Colombian beans, offering tastings and brewing classes in a cool, minimalist space.
La Boquilla Fishing Village
A traditional Afro-Colombian fishing village north of the city, where you can take a canoe tour through mangrove tunnels with local guides.
Day trips from Cartagena
Islas del Rosario (Rosario Islands)
1-1.5 hours by speedboat
A stunning national park archipelago of 27 coral islands. This is Cartagena's premier escape for pristine beaches, transparent turquoise waters, and some of the best snorkeling and diving in the region.
Volcán de Lodo El Totumo (Totumo Mud Volcano)
1.5 hours by car
A unique and quirky experience at a small, active mud volcano. Visitors climb into the dense, warm mud, which is so buoyant you float effortlessly, followed by a wash-off in a nearby lagoon.
San Basilio de Palenque
1.5 hours by car
A UNESCO-recognized village founded by escaped slaves in the 17th century. It's the first free African town in the Americas and preserves a unique culture, language (Palenquero), and musical traditions.
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Things to do in Cartagena: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Cartagena?+
Top sights include Walled City, Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, Getsemaní and Rosario Islands. Away from the crowds, try Convento de la Popa and Mercado de Bazurto.
What are the most popular tours in Cartagena?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Cartagena 5 Island Hop Tour: Lunch, Snorkel, Beach Clubs, & More (4.7 stars, 6,578 reviews); Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. (4.9 stars, 2,279 reviews); Half-Day Tour to Totumo Mud Volcano from Cartagena (4.6 stars, 1,698 reviews).
How much do tours in Cartagena cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €16 and €130 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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