Most reviewed Tourist attractions in Cartagena, Colombia to visit (Updated February, 2024)

Most reviewed Tourist attractions in Cartagena

Explore the city's most talked-about destinations, sorted by the number of reviews. The higher the position on the list, the greater the number of reviews for each place. Discover the pulse of Cartagena through these extensively reviewed and popular spots. This list contains 135 places from Tourist attraction category.

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San Felipe de Barajas Fort

Historical landmark

Imposing hilltop fortress built in the 1600s with a complex tunnel system & offering audio tours.

4.70 (59.8K reviews) (~0.72 km from centre)

Walls of Cartagena

Historical landmark

Defensive stone walls snaking 11km around Cartagena, dating to the 1600s & known for sunset vistas.

4.80 (30.9K reviews) (~0.33 km from centre)

Monumento Torre del Reloj

Historical landmark

Dating to the 1800s, this monumental stone gateway in the city walls features a spired clocktower.

4.70 (27.8K reviews) (~0.67 km from centre)

Las Botas Viejas

Tourist attraction

Also known as "Old Boots," this bronze sculpture of shoes is a tribute to poet Luis Carlos Lopez.

4.40 (13.3K reviews) (~0.95 km from centre)

Oceanarium Rosario Islands

Aquarium

Marine aquarium featuring dolphin shows, plus experiences with sharks, turtles & more.

4.50 (11K reviews) (~37.24 km from centre)

Monumento India Catalina

Monument

1974 statue honoring the legendary India Catalina, an indigenous woman who was a Spanish translator.

4.50 (10K reviews) (~0.04 km from centre)

Plaza de Santo Domingo

Historical landmark

Bustling plaza featuring outdoor restaurants & bars, buskers, vendors & a sculpture by Botero.

4.60 (9.3K reviews) (~0.87 km from centre)

Castle Salgar

Castle

Spanish-built castle on a hill completed in 1848, now housing an upscale restaurant with sea views.

4.60 (8K reviews) (~93.08 km from centre)

Sibarita del Mar

Boat tour agency

Large pegasus statues mark this waterfront pier area with a boardwalk, benches & vendors.

4.60 (7.7K reviews) (~0.7 km from centre)

Las Bóvedas

Historical place

The cells of these former 18th-century dungeons now feature shops selling colorful souvenirs.

4.50 (7.3K reviews) (~0.45 km from centre)

Puerto Colombia Dock

Historical landmark

👍 Nice spot in the Caribbean coast of Colombia. A small town with a lot of history. A point of entry for a lot migrants from the west hemisphere that after the second WW landed in Colombia seeking a new life and an opportunity to grow. Along with the natives they built the vibrant cities of the Colomb...

4.50 (6.9K reviews) (~89.33 km from centre)

Letras de Cartagena

Tourist attraction

👍👍 I went twice, during the night and day. Great opportunity to take memorable photos of our visit to cartegena. There's no fee to go and take pictures. Only fee is transportation to the sign if you're not staying close. Many people walk others arrive via tours.

4.60 (5.7K reviews) (~1.75 km from centre)

Plaza de Santa Teresa

Historical place

👍 Very nice historic place utterly ruined with street sellers approaching you every single second to bother you

4.70 (5K reviews) (~1.05 km from centre)

Convent of Santa Cruz de la Popa

Convent

This convent on the city's highest hill dates to 1607 & offers a leafy cloister & sweeping views.

4.50 (4.1K reviews) (~2.19 km from centre)

Isla Punta Arena

Tourist attraction

👍👍 We were asking some locals for a great and not too crowded beach and all referred to this place. Finally there we realized, that the beach is as beautiful as they told us, but there were more people than expected, even if it was not overcrowded. The place is perfect to relax as it's still quiet and...

4.40 (3.9K reviews) (~6.8 km from centre)

Museum of Cartagena de Indias

Local history museum

Cultural complex with elegant architecture showcasing historical items & educational exhibits.

4.20 (3.7K reviews) (~0.88 km from centre)

Costa Del Sol

Hotel

Casual hotel offering outdoor & indoor pools, plus a terrace, a restaurant & sea views.

$43/night

3.20 (3.5K reviews) (~2.54 km from centre)

Museo Naval del Caribe

Museum

Museum with exhibits on the Colombian Navy, plus the history & culture of the region.

4.50 (3.2K reviews) (~1 km from centre)

Centenario Park

Park

👍👍 Sloths 🦥 are here and super close and really friendly. A nice park with multiple entrances, lots of trees so plenty of shade if you wish to sit and relax. Good for people watching an animal spotting. People pay a lot of money to see a sloth and you can get one for free here. There are reports of...

4.40 (3K reviews) (~0.55 km from centre)

Plaza de la Aduana

Landmark

Spacious plaza surrounded by colonial-era buildings, with a statue of Christopher Columbus.

4.60 (2.9K reviews) (~0.82 km from centre)

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Most reviewed Tourist attractions in Cartagena, Colombia