5 days in Cartagena Itinerary

The site of the continent's first Spanish colony, Cartagena retains much of its colonial flavor thanks to a World Heritage-listed old town, encircled by old walls and protected by imposing fortresses.

Sibarita Del Mar has been added to your itinerary. Take a break from Cartagena with a short trip to Playa Blanca in Isla Baru, about 1h 5 min away. The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, examine the collection at Caribe Jewelry Museum & Factory, and contemplate the long history of Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver.

To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Cartagena route builder website.

If you are flying in from Chile, the closest major aiports are Rafael Nuñez International Airport and Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in December, and nighttime lows around 28°C.