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Cartagena Holidays

Cartagena, parts of which are inscribed collectively as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is definitely one of the essential places to see in Colombia, and it's the perfect place for those who enjoy history and culture.

Visit Cartagena

  • Place or Historical Monument
  • Museums
  • Handicraft

Cartagena: How to get there?

One and a quarter hours from Bogotá by plane

Cartagena: See when to go?

All year round

Cartagena: For how long?

1 to 2 days
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Cartagena: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay
Amélie Perraud-Boulard
Travel writer
5
Cartagena, parts of which are inscribed collectively as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is definitely one of the essential places to see in Colombia, and it's the perfect place for those who enjoy history and culture.
My suggestion
Plan to spend four to five days exploring Cartagena and its surrounding area if you want to get the most out of the city. To enjoy your stay to the maximum, walk around in the morning and evening, which are the coolest and freshest times of day.
Lucie Aidart
Travel writer
3
Cartagena de Indias is a colonial city in Colombia originally founded in the 16th century and containing a walled city and fortress inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage.
My suggestion
For a more traditional and authentic experience, head away from the very tourist-oriented historic centre. The market, in particular, is a good place to visit in this respect.

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