Things to Do

Activities, Places to Visit, Things to Do and See, Points of Interest in Cartagena Colombia

Due to Cartagena's size, history, and diversity, there are enough activities to keep you occupied for a long time. Whether you are interested in water-sports (scuba, snorkeling, or kite-surfing), just lounging on the beautiful beaches of Boca Grande, learning about the region's rich religious, military, and cultural history through tours or the city's many monuments, or just getting lost in the Old City's shops, restaurants, and nightlife, you are sure to find plenty to do during your stay in Cartagena. We've provided a few of our favorites activities below for you to consider.
Have an activity you'd like to see here?? Submit it to us and we will add it below. (English) (Español)	Click on the Image to Download Full Size Map of Cartagena Activities

Due to Cartagena's size, history, and diversity, there are enough activities to keep you occupied for a long time. Whether you are interested in water-sports (scuba, snorkeling, or kite-surfing), just lounging on the beautiful beaches of Boca Grande, learning about the region's rich religious, military, and cultural history through tours or the city's many monuments, or just getting lost in the Old City's shops, restaurants, and nightlife, you are sure to find plenty to do during your stay in Cartagena. We've provided a few of our favorites activities below for you to consider.

Have an activity you'd like to see here?? Submit it to us and we will add it below. (English) (Español)

Click on the Image to Download Full Size Map of Cartagena Activities

Cartagena - Convento de la Popa

Founded in 1607 by Augustinian monks, la Popa sits upon the tallest hill in the city and offers beautiful views of the city and Caribbean.
Cartagena - Bike Rentals

There are two spots we've found which offer by-the-hour bike rentals for a remarkable alternative in experiencing Cartagena's beautiful shoreline and historic city center.
Cartagena - Castillo de San Felipe

This massive 16th Century Spanish Fortress offers beautiful views of Cartagena and the chance to learn more of the colonial history that makes Cartagena unique.
Cartagena - Cafe Havana

There is some dispute whether salsa originated in Cuba or Colombia. Cafe Havana offers the best of both worlds, with great music and salsa dancing for only a 7.000 COP door cover.
Cartagena - Vallenato Night Bus Tour

Bus tour starts at 8PM each evening from Av San Martín between calle 4 and 5 in BocaGrande. The tour runs 3 -4 hours before dropping everyone off at a discotheque.
Cartagena - El Tuturno Volcán (Mud Volcano)

What can only be described as a "weird but fun" experience, the mud volcano, 50km northeast of Cartagena, offers travelers the opportunity to unwind in a 2000m deep mudvent.
Cartagena - Boat Tour to Playa Blanca

Each morning, boats leave at 7:30 a.m. from the port in BocaGrande on day tours to Playa Blanca for 40.000 - 60.000 COP, lunch included. Tours return around 5:30 in the afternoon.
Cartagena - Learn Spanish and Dive

Combine scuba diving amidst Cartagena's beautiful coral reefs with learning the local language in Cartagena's old city. Located 5 minutes from the Old City entrance. For information contact info@learnspanishanddive.com
Cartagena - Fiesta de Nuestra Señora

February 2 each year, horse riders come to Cartagena from neighboring areas and parade through the streets in celebration of La Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Candelaria. The parade passes through Boca Grande, the historic district and concludes at La Popa.