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The best of Cartagena


History, music and shopping

Its colonial history, cultural riches, fine sand beaches, conveniently located airport, and cornucopia of festivals attract tourists to the walled city of Cartagena all year round. With everything it has to offer, it’s no wonder Cartagena is one of Colombia’s top travel destinations.


Not to be missed

  • Museums: Cartagena is one of the few fortified cities in the Americas with well-preserved walls, which encircle centuries-old colonial plazas and buildings, and house historic and modern museums like the Museo del Oro y Arqueologia and the Palacio de la Inquisicion.

  • Las Bóvedas: History buffs must pop into Las Bovedas to see the 23 dungeons.

  • Festivals: Numerous festivals are held here throughout the year, most notably the Hay Festival Cartagena, the Cartagena Music Festival, the Cartagena Film Festival and the Cartagena Carnival.

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