Norte Travel Guide
Santa Marta
Popular places to visit
Rodadero Beach
This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.
Parque de los Novios
Meet friends and share a few drinks at this plaza in the center of Santa Marta, where you’ll find restaurants, bars and vendors selling snacks.
Ciudad Perdida
You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Santa Marta Cathedral
Walk around the cathedral that holds the remains of the city’s founder and claims to be the oldest church in the country.
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
Visit the 17th-century villa and art museum made famous as the place where the famous military leader Simón Bolívar died.
Bello Horizonte Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bello Horizonte Beach during your travels in Bello Horizonte? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do
Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!
Tour to 2 Beaches of Tayrona Park : Playa Cinto and Playa Cristal
Top hotels in Norte
Hilton Santa Marta
Wonderful stay
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
The shower is had cold water and low water pressure. They didn’t have a lot of vegan options in the restaurant. After they told me they would and it was humid in the hallways and then the elevator. I thought they may have air, and those places is because they had air in the room. Otherwise it was ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Amazing and well maintained place!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Irotama Lago
The beach and pool were really nice but for a place like that it felt like it should be all inclusive. I guess I'm used to the Mexican hotels where that's pretty standard. It was a nice relaxing stay though
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
Tuve muy buena experiencia en el hotel la acomodación muy buena. En especial mi agradecimiento a Paola la bartender de la piscina fue muy atenta y servicial se empeña por satisfacer a los huéspedes con su buen servicio, no dudaría en volver al hotel muchas gracias
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Irotama del Sol
yes, the room was excellent, very clean and every day the hotel service came to the room and clean and change towels.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Norte
San Martín
While San Martín may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.
Historic Center
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Center. A stop by Parque de los Novios or Santa Marta Theater might round out your trip.
Pueblito
Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.
Barrio Miraflores
While Barrio Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de los Novios and Eduardo Santos Stadium.
Los Cocos
While there might not be top attractions in Los Cocos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.
Barrio Alambique
While there might not be top attractions in Barrio Alambique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.
