San Diego Travel Guide
Cartagena
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Popular places to visit
Las Bovedas
You can enjoy retail therapy at Las Bovedas during your visit to Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Find out about the history of Cartagena when you spend time at House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Plaza de San Diego
Learn about the local history of Cartagena when you spend time at Plaza de San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Centro Comercial La Serrezuela
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Centro Comercial La Serrezuela during your visit to Cartagena. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.
Fine Arts
You can study the exhibits at Fine Arts, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Santo Toribio Church
Santo Toribio Church is just one of the places to see in Cartagena, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling
5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Top hotels in San Diego
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
"Excellent, exceptional, phenomenal place to stay in Cartagena. Breakfast was very enjoyable, well served. I personally used the spa for steam bath, deep tissue massage, and lymphatic massages with Ilena. That’s what I call a fantastic get a way from the routine"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Bastión Luxury Hotel
"I enjoyed my stay, the staff was pleasant and quick to address any needs or issues. Alvaro was very helpful"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Privado Designer Boutique Hotel
"Très jolie boutique hôtel de style colonial en plein cœur de la vieille ville de Carthagène! Le personnel est très accueillant et serviable malgré que leur anglais était très limité. Nous avons beaucoup notre petite suite junior avec Balcon et plafond de 20”. De plus, vous avez à quelques mètres ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Old building but nice and clean. Staff is helpful. Perfect location and very safe"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
GHL Corales de Indias
"El hotel corales de India en crespo,cartagena colombia,es terrible,, Mal funcionamiento de aire acondicionado Servicio pésimo Estructuralmente El edificio en malas condiciones Estoy decepcionado con con mi estadía en este hotel... Nunca lo recomendaría a nadien.. Ni siquiera puedo darle una estrella, ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Hilton Cartagena
"The hotel is pretty. Needs some up keep pool is falling apart"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in San Diego
Cartagena Walled City
Cartagena Walled City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Clock Tower and Bolivar Square while you're in town.
Bocagrande
Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.
Getsemani
Travellers come to Getsemani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza de la Trinidad and Los Pegasos Dock while you're in town.
Cartagena Centro
Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historical sites. Make a stop by Plaza Santo Domingo or Bolivar Square while you're exploring the area.
El Laguito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to El Laguito. A stop by El Laguito Beach or Bocagrande Beach might round out your trip.
