El Bosque Travel Guide
Cartagena
Popular places to visit
Bocagrande Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Isla Grande Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkelling spots in this relaxing area.
Clock Tower
You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Rosario Islands Oceanarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in Rosario Islands Oceanarium during your travels in Rosario Islands. Amble around this relaxing area's beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.
San Felipe de Barajas Castle
After visiting San Felipe de Barajas Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
National Aviary of Colombia
Enjoy an outing to National Aviary of Colombia during your stay in Cartagena.
Things to do
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience
5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Top hotels in El Bosque
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
Yes. They met all the expectations. This hotel cared to take care of every normal possible request. For people that don't speak spanish, they were great on english. Pool was awesome with its view on the open sea. We paid for the breakfast option, it was great. For breakfast they continued to bring ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Cartagena
Loved it, the staff is super friendly and sweet, The food at the restaurant was amazing and overall a great experience. Would highly recommend
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Excellent
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Estelar Cartagena de Indias Hotel
Clean room, house keeping kept bringing clean towels. Stuff were great.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia
LOVE IT
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
The staff are some of the best staff in any hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Extremely helpful and welcoming
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Bosque
Manga
Travellers like the historical sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Castillogrande
Travellers like the beaches in Castillogrande, and Castillo Grande Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pie del Cerro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pie del Cerro and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de la Trinidad and Centro Comercial La Serrezuela.
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.
La Matuna
La Matuna is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by India Catalina Monument, a top place to visit in the area.
