Cartagena's city walls at sunset

Things to do in Cartagena

Day trips from Cartagena, from a boat to the Rosario Islands to a walk on the walls. Prices move with the operator, so I link the booking page instead of inventing a number.

12 experiences in and around Cartagena
Clear water near the Rosario Islands
Water sports
Full day

Rosario Islands Boat Tour

A boat day to the Rosario Islands national park, with island stops, swimming and often lunch.

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Playa Blanca on Barú
Day trips
Full day

Playa Blanca Day Trip

A day at Playa Blanca on the Barú peninsula, by road or boat, with time on the white-sand beach.

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Castillo San Felipe de Barajas
Attractions
1–2 hours

Castillo San Felipe Guided Visit

A guided visit to the Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, the 17th-century fortress on San Lázaro hill, including…

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The Torre del Reloj, Cartagena
Culture
2–3 hours

Walled City Walking Tour

A guided walk through the UNESCO-listed old town: the Torre del Reloj, plazas, churches and the walls.

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The El Totumo mud volcano
Day trips
Half day

El Totumo Mud Volcano Tour

A trip to the El Totumo mud volcano to float in warm mud and wash off in the lagoon.

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Palenqueras in Cartagena
Culture
Full day

San Basilio de Palenque Cultural Tour

A guided day in San Basilio de Palenque, the Afro-Colombian town whose cultural space is on UNESCO's intangibl…

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The beach at La Boquilla
Wildlife
2–3 hours

La Boquilla Mangrove Canoe Trip

A canoe trip through the mangrove channels at La Boquilla, north of the city, with local fishermen-guides.

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Cartagena's walls at sunset
Nightlife
3–4 hours

Chiva Party Bus

An evening ride on a chiva, a brightly painted open-sided bus, with music, drinks and stops around the city.

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Arepa de huevo
Food
About 3 hours

Cartagena Food Tour

A guided tasting walk through the Walled City or Getsemaní: arepas, fried snacks, tropical fruit, juices and s…

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