Cartagena faces west over the Caribbean, which means the evening show is spectacular almost every day. Catching the sunset in Cartagena is a ritual for locals and travelers alike — here are seven of the best places to do it. 1. On the water: a romantic sunset boat...
Cartagena has a reputation as one of Colombia’s pricier destinations, but some of its most memorable moments cost nothing at all. Here are our favorite free things to do in Cartagena, plus a few cheap extras worth every peso. Free things to do 1. Walk the city...
Choosing where to stay in Cartagena shapes your whole trip. The three neighborhoods most visitors consider — the walled Old Town, artsy Getsemaní and beachfront Bocagrande — are only minutes apart, but they feel like different cities. Here’s how to pick. The Old Town...
The best way to spend your first day in Cartagena is simple: put on comfortable shoes, grab a bottle of water and get lost inside the walls. The historic center is compact, flat and packed with color, so you can see the highlights in a single morning-to-sunset loop...
