Casco Antiguo Travel Guide
Cartagena
Visit Casco Antiguo
Popular places to visit
Cala Cortina
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cala Cortina during your trip to Cartagena?
Roman Theater
You can learn about the history of Cartagena with a stop at Roman Theater. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Cartagena Bull Ring
Catch an event at Cartagena Bull Ring during your trip to Cartagena. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out its golf courses.
Old Cathedral of Cartagena
After visiting Old Cathedral of Cartagena, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Gran Hotel
Learn about the local history of Cartagena with a stop at Gran Hotel. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Punic wall of Cartagena
You can find out about the history of Cartagena with a visit to Punic wall of Cartagena. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Things to do
Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting
Top hotels in Casco Antiguo
AC Hotel Cartagena
"Excellent location, scary lift to park the car and small combined bar and restaurant. However food was really good."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Sercotel Carlos III
"the rooms are a generous size, well kept & very clean. Breakfast options were fantastic . Staff were very helpful. The hotel was easy walking distance to the old town & marina."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
B&B Hotel Cartagena Cartagonova
"Good location for exploring the town. The staff are super helpful and polite. The bed was very comfortable and our room was spacious. The bathroom shower was good with plenty of hot water. My only criticism was that with a very large hand basin in there it left very little room for manoeuvring. The ..."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hotel Sercotel Alfonso XIII
"Staff were friendly. Hotel was ok."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Los Habaneros
"Excellent friendly and informative staff. Great location near the train and bus stations. Easy walk into the city centre. Lovely large room and a comfortable bed."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Loop INN Hostel Cartagena
"Close to coach station. Train station and harbour. Separate toilet and shower which is good. Big bed .no tv. Clean with small balcony."
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Casco Antiguo
Cartagena Casco
Historical sites, museums and waterfront views are some highlights of Cartagena Casco. Make a stop by Punic wall of Cartagena or Gran Hotel while you're exploring.
Santa Lucía
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Lucía and surrounding area, you can visit Cala Cortina and Port of Cartagena.
San Antonio Abad
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in San Antonio Abad. You might want to make time for a stop at Archaelogical Museum or Estadio Municipal de Cartagena.
Hondón
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Hondón. You might consider stopping by Cabezo Beaza while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Canteras
You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Canteras. You might want to make time for a stop at Playa de Fatares or Batería de Roldán.
Alumbres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alumbres and surrounding area, you can visit Pawson Paintball and Cala Cortina.
