The gastronomic offer of seafood is obvious due to its proximity to the sea. You can enjoy a wide variety of fish and seafood dishes sitting in front of the sea and enjoying a rich breeze.

This city has an architecture where the bright yellow color predominates, you will feel in the colonial era. If you go up to the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas you will be able to enjoy a unique view, because you will observe beautiful landscapes, since it is surrounded by impressive beaches.

In Cartagena there are most famous emeralds in the world, that is why, you must visit the Caribe Jewelry Musseum & Factory , a very interesting jewelry not only for the offer of precious stones, but for all the technical and historical explanation of each mineral that you have at your disposal by the establishment’s staff. You will love the jewels when you know what mining is like and the stones that can arise from them with their classification as semi-precious and precious and the beautiful work that is done with emeralds. Cartagena is the preferred market to acquire these stones.

To the south of the Walled City is the colorful Barrio de Getsemaní , where you will enjoy street art, less expensive restaurants and vibrant people.

Each dish has its history … this is one of the aspects that you will enjoy the most. Something very typical is coconut rice with raisins , a classic flavor that you will find anywhere. You can also try exotic dishes in 100% Cartagena food, such as banana and rabbit soup in coconut milk. As for sweets, the tradition is headed by dulce de leche and sweet coconut and fruit candies.

Make it a fun and fascinating place to explore. Its combination of party, gastronomy and beach is unique. This experience will be special if you decide to go to the historic center to dance the best of Caribbean music by local musicians; Also, if you move from CWalled City to Barrio de Gethsemane you will enjoy beautiful night landscapes, from the Mirador de la Muralla next to Santo Domingo square, you will have a beautiful view of the sea and the starry sky.

If you want to know the charm of the night in Cartagena, you can take a tram ride … for 2 hours you will visit historical sites that will make you know this colonial beauty. For lovers of culture and cinema, you have the option of seeing the Cartagena de Indias International Film Festival , a night event that takes place in February and March. You can also attend concerts and plays. In the Walled City there are many places where you can dance and enjoy at night.

To close with a flourish, there are the Beaches of Cartagena , one of the most visited natural parks. This city is a landmark for beach lovers .

In the heart of Cartagena is Playa Castillo Grande , it is one of the beaches of the Boca Grande Peninsula. If you want a luxury beach visit, then you must know it.

Beaches of Rosario Island, it is an archipelago near Barú, where you enter the Corales del Rosario National Natural Park. Its marine biodiversity is amazing because in the park are the most important reef formations in Colombia.

Punta Arenas beach is full of friendly people to please tourists. A turquoise blue sea bathes this coast. There you will be spoiled with delicious fish dishes on an ideal beach to relax.

Bocagrande Beach is famous in Cartagena and throughout the world. For people with glamor and who like urban beaches, Bocagrande is the best place, since you will find luxury facilities and it is also a few steps from the nightlife of the city. Without a doubt, it is a beautiful beach favorite with tourists.

If you want to spend unforgettable days, do not hesitate to visit this tourist destination where a city with cobbled streets and colorful architecture full of history, white beaches, crystal clear water and impressive landscapes awaits you.