Cartagena
Sightseeing
Palacio de la Inquisición
This building is one of the most notable historic constructions of the colonial era. Here is where enemies of the Catholic church were condemned, hence the many torture instruments, documents and paintings from the Inquisition era on display.
Castillo de San Felipe
Venture through the mysterious, hidden tunnels that run within this impressive fortress, built by the Spanish in the 15th century as a defense against the pirates.
Cuartel de Las Bóvedas
What were once military barracks is now a diverse and colorful market brimming with handicraft and souvenirs. Located between the Santa Clara and Santa Catalina forts, the colonial mystique of these 17th century vaults is undeniable.
Torre del Reloj
The BBC declared the Torre del Reloj as one of the “world’s most beautiful clock towers”, with due reason; this eminent structure, built in 1631, grants access to the historic city, known as the ‘walled city, the most charming part of Cartagena.
Chocomuseo
The ChocoMuseo is a free interactive museum with a gift shop. If you love chocolate you might want to try the artisanal chocolate that is prepared from cacao beans or the chocolate bar.
Caribe Jewelry and Emerald Museum
The Emerald Museum honors the contributions made by the ancient cultures of Colombia and pays homage to the myths and legends surrounding emeralds and gold.
La Vitrola
Contemporary Caribbean
Calle Baloco
Tel. +57 5 6648243
Don Juan
Fine Colombian Cuisine
Calle del Colegio # 34-60 Local 1
Tel. +57 5 6643678
Harrys Bar
Seafood and Caribbean
Hotel Santa Teresa
Tel. +57 5 6649446
Mistura
Peruvian Fusion
Calle Segunda de Badillo, frente al parque Fernández de Madrid
Tel.+57 5 6602807
El Gobernador by Rausch
International and Seafood
Calle del Sargento Mayor #6 – 68
Tel. +57 5 6424100
Cuzco
Peruvian Cuisine
Calle Santo Domingo #33-48
Tel. +57 5 6606764
Carmen
Contemporary Local Cuisine
Calle 38 # 8-19, Calle del Santísimo
Tel. +57 5 6645116
Moshi
Sushi and Seafood
Calle del Santisimo
Tel. +57 5 6645116
Lobo de Mar
Mediterranean food
Centro, Calle del Santísimo #8-15
Tel. +57 318 6150434
Di Silvio Trattoria
Getsemani y Bocagrande
Cl. 29 #9A-08
Tel. +57 5 6602205
La Cevicheria
Peruvian Cuisine
Calle Curato
Tel. +57 5 6798743
Juan del Mar
International Cuisine
Plaza San Diego
Tel. +57 5 6645862
Bars and Clubs
Cafe del Mar
+57 5 6642945
Baluarte de Santo Domingo
La Movida
+57 310 6364472
Calle Baloco, 2-14 #Calle 33
La Jugada
+57 321 587983
Calle Del Colegio # 34 - 25
El Baron
+57 5 6643105
Plaza San Pedro Claver
El Coro Lounge Bar
+57 5 6504700
Hotel Sofitel Santa Clara Cra. 8 #39-36
Alquimico
+57 318 845 0433
Calle del Colegio #34 - 24
Quiebracanto
+57 6641372
Carrera 28 B # 25 – 119
Demente
+57 5 6604226
Getsemani, Plaza de la Trinidad # 10-19
Cafe Havana
+57 314 5563905
Getsemani, Cll Media Luna and Cll del Guerrero
Bazurto Social Club
+57 317 6481183
Getsemani, Cra. 9 ##3042
Bourbon St. Cartagena
+57 320 4019571
Calle 35 #3
The Clock Pub
+57 5 6601310
Cl.34 #7-33 a 7-80, Plaza de los coches
Transportation
Most places within the walled city are walking distance. However, if walking isn't your thing, Uber and taxis are safe and readily available.
Minimum fare is $7,000 COP/ $2.5 USD approximately
Airport fare to walled city is $15,000 COP/ $5 USD approximately.
Airport fare to Bocagrande is $20,000 COP /$6.5 USD approximately.
Portada
Bocagrande | +57 5 643 6697 / + 57 300 776 2280
Carrera 3 # 7 - 159
Diego Moya
Centro | +57 5 6642181 / +57 5 6641883
Calle Gastelbondo # 2 - 124, Local 6
Bocagrande | +57 5 6551775 / +57 5 6551838
Avenida San Martín # 9 - 96
L'Peluqueria Monica Cruz
Bocagrande | +57 5 6651268
Avenida San Martin, Carrera 2 # 8 - 145, Local 001
Gloss
Centro | +57 5 6644215
Calle Estanco del Aguardiente # 5 - 88
● It is worth reviewing the travel advice for Colombia issued by your country of residence. Australia’s is here: https://smartraveller.gov.au/Countries/americas/south/Pages/colombia.aspx
● Ensure you have travel insurance that covers you for your entire trip.
● It is worth checking with your doctor / travel doctor to make sure you have received the immunisations / medications that will protect adequately based on where it is in Colombia that you plan to travel.
Once in Colombia:
● Do not take the entire contents of you wallet with you when you go out - just the cash and identification you will need for your specific outing, plus a cash buffer for emergencies.
● Minimise the use of public transport.
● If you are intoxicated, stay with friends and take an Uber or radio taxi instead of walking.
● Use cash, not card, for all petty and small expenses. Try to use cash for larger expenses where practical as well. This reduces the number of payment terminals you need to put your card into