Cartagena Walled City Travel Guide

Cartagena

Church of St Peter Claver in Cartagena, Colombia
Church of St Peter Claver in Cartagena, Colombia
Old Town
I am obsessed with old stone work and ivy. Cartagena has some of the most stunning luxury villas like this one where I stayed over the summer. Quiet, peaceful, beautiful, and a true work of art. Check out Casa Don Sancho or Casa De Indias when you visit this Colombian waterfront city!
Cartagena's old city is guarded by a surrounding wall, completely made #InStone

Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Cartagena Walled City

Osh Hotel Cartagena

Osh Hotel Cartagena

3.5 out of 5
Calle 31 10 77 - Getsemaní Cartagena Bolivar
The price is 5.830.379 ₫ per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
5.830.379 ₫
5.830.379 ₫ total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (767 reviews)
Great value

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Osh Hotel Cartagena
Getsemani Cartagena Luxury Hotel

Getsemani Cartagena Luxury Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Del Pedregal # 29 – 291 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is 2.507.003 ₫ per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
2.507.003 ₫
2.507.003 ₫ total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Very friendly staff and safe! Everything is walking distance, I would stay here again.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Getsemani Cartagena Luxury Hotel
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

5 out of 5
Calle Del Torno, 39 - 29 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is 9.902.757 ₫ per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
9.902.757 ₫
9.902.757 ₫ total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this spa resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Breakfast was absolutely amazing. The buffet was filled with lots of delicious treats.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena

4 out of 5
Cra. 9a #32, La Matuna Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Clock Tower and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (432 reviews)
Nice hotel, with large rooms and good breakfast (not included in room rates). Clean and modern hotel, pleasant staff.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Mood Matuna Hotel Cartagena
GHL Arsenal Hotel

GHL Arsenal Hotel

4 out of 5
Barrio Getsemani Calle Arsenal No 8B-58 Cartagena Bolivar
The price is 4.819.428 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
4.819.428 ₫
4.819.428 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The staff was fantastic, very knowledgeable and helpful. Maria at the front desk was on point. She was so professional and friendly. Same to be said for Karen at the concierge desk. The breakfast was delicious. I had the opportunity to try exotic fruit. It was so delicious. The roof top restaurant ...

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

GHL Arsenal Hotel
Casa Emma Hotel Boutique

Casa Emma Hotel Boutique

2.5 out of 5
CALLE DE LA MONEDA CC SAN DIEGO Cartagena Bolivar
Stay at this hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and airport pick-up service (surcharge). Popular attractions Clock Tower and Bocagrande ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (125 reviews)
Great location, friendly staff, comfortable rooms.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Casa Emma Hotel Boutique
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Other neighbourhoods around Cartagena Walled City

Old Town

Cartagena Centro

Unique features of Cartagena Centro include the museums and historical sites. Make a stop by Plaza Santo Domingo or Bolivar Square while you're exploring the area.

Cartagena Centro
Photo of Castillo de San Felipe De Barajas, taken from Baluarte San Miguel de Chambacu, along the city wall.  Construction of the fortress commenced in 1536 and expanded in 1657.  It was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1984.

La Matuna

La Matuna is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by India Catalina Monument, a top place to visit in the area.

La Matuna
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DESTINATION: CENTRO HISTORICO Cartagena, Colombia -  Cartagena's old town is a beautiful explosion of colour and culture. It's easy to idle the time away juat wandering the streets, finding something different on every corner. Despite the old town being filled with boutique coffee shops, there's still a lot for the budget conscience traveller. 

HOW TO GET THERE: Cartagena has its own airport or you can catch a bus from other major cities in Colombia. 

WHERE TO STAY: Green House Hostel - Is in the centre of the Old Town and breakfast is free! Unfortunately accommodation in Cartagena doesn't come cheap. A bed in dorm room with a fan costs 11GBP/40,000COP per night. 

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San Diego

San Diego is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza de San Diego or Las Bovedas.

San Diego
Cartagena, Colombia

Getsemani

Travellers come to Getsemani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza de la Trinidad and Los Pegasos Dock while you're in town.

Getsemani
The view of the "new city" skyscrapers of Cartagena from the old fortress.

Pie del Cerro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pie del Cerro and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de la Trinidad and Centro Comercial La Serrezuela.

Pie del Cerro
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El Cabrero

If you're spending some time in El Cabrero, Del Cabrero Chapel and Casa de Rafael Núñez are top sights worth seeing.

El Cabrero


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