What to do In Cartagena
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The ORIGINAL Rosario Islands Tour on Catamaran or Speedboat
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Cartagena: See 5 Rosario Islands with Lunch & Snorkel Option
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Cartagena: HORSE RIDING on the Beach PHOTOS and LUNCH
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Cartagena ATV Tour
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Full Day Private Wellness Experience in Tierra Bomba
Places To Go In Cartagena
Welcome, traveler, to Cartagena. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Cartagena
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Cartagena. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Cartagena? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
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Popular places to visit

Bocagrande Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Isla Grande Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkeling spots in this relaxing area.

San Felipe de Barajas Castle
After visiting San Felipe de Barajas Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.