About Cartagena de Indias
Tourist sites
Walled City
((Historic Center)):
This is the historic heart of Cartagena, surrounded by 16th century walls. Here you will find colorful streets, beautiful plazas, churches and well-preserved colonial architecture.
San Felipe de Barajas Castle:
Located on the hill of San Lazaro, this imposing fortress was built in 1657 and is one of the largest military constructions ever built by the Spanish in America to defend the territory.
It is known as "the impregnable" because, although it suffered several attacks by enemies of the Spanish crown, it was never taken.
La Popa Convent:
Located on the top of a hill, it offers panoramic views of the city and the Caribbean Sea. Since its foundation in 1606, it has been guarded by the friars of the Order of Augustinian Recollects - OAR.
The vaults:
Old vaults that once served as ammunition depots, with 47 arches and 23 vaults, are the last work of the Colonial period and today are art galleries, bars and craft stores.
Beaches
Playa Blanca:
Although it is not in the city, it is one of the most popular beaches near Cartagena. It can be accessed by boat from the Muelle de la Bodeguita.
Rosario Islands:
An archipelago of islands near Cartagena with crystal clear waters ideal for snorkeling and diving.
Isla Grande Beaches:
It stands out for being an ideal place to visit the mangroves that surround the island. The mangrove is one of the natural phenomena of the Caribbean area and a refuge for many animal species, such as birds, fish, mollusks and crustaceans.
Restaurants:
La Vitrola:
Offers Caribbean and international cuisine in a lively and elegant atmosphere.
Cevichería La Cevichería:
Ideal for fresh ceviche and other seafood dishes.
Candé:
Fuse the richness of the local gastronomy with a magical experience to the rhythm of 100% Cartagena's charm.
Activities
Horse-drawn carriage tours:
A charming way to explore the historic center.
Bay boat tours:
An excellent way to see the city from the water and visit the Rosario Islands.
Booking and accommodation
Gema Tours travel agency.
Accommodation
Alexander Reales Oquendo
- alexreales@gematours.com
- +57 601 346 5025 ext 127
- +57 318 361 0382
Airline Tickets
Edgar Cuevas
- edgarcuevas@gematours.com
- +57 346 5025 ext 120
- +57 316 742 7005
