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Plan a Trip to Cartagena
Walled old town, Caribbean color, and island escapes
Cartagena is a UNESCO-listed walled city of bougainvillea-draped balconies and salsa nights, steps from turquoise Caribbean islands. Hot, colorful, and full of history.
BEST TIME
December–April (dry season)
TYPICAL BUDGET
$900–$1,800 per person for a week
Top things to do in Cartagena
- Walk the walls of the Old Town at golden hour
- Getsemaní street art and nightlife
- Day trip to the Rosario Islands
- Fresh ceviche and Caribbean seafood
- Castillo San Felipe fortress
- Rooftop sunset over the cathedral
A sample Cartagena itinerary
1
Walled city
Get lost in the Old Town and Getsemaní.
2
Rosario Islands
Boat out for beach and snorkeling.
3
History & food
San Felipe fortress, then a rooftop dinner.
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Good to know
💡 Explore the walls at sunrise or sunset — midday heat is intense.
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