Zona Norte Travel Guide
Cartagena
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Popular places to visit
Bocagrande Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Isla Grande Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkelling spots in this relaxing area.
Clock Tower
You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Rosario Islands Oceanarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in Rosario Islands Oceanarium during your travels in Rosario Islands. Amble around this relaxing area's beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.
San Felipe de Barajas Castle
After visiting San Felipe de Barajas Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
National Aviary of Colombia
Enjoy an outing to National Aviary of Colombia during your stay in Cartagena.
Top hotels in Zona Norte
Hotel Las Americas Torre del Mar
Clean room & staff
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
The staff was very friendly The hotel and rooms very clean The spa was very good The food overall just average
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hotel Summer Frente Al Mar
It could use a more variety of food menu options. Everything else was great!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel
perfect all around and close to everything
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Cartagena Morros by IHG
Check in was a little troublesome but all ended well. Facility was nice and staff friendly. I would stay again.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Las Americas Casa de Playa
Everything was very nice. Just the shower drain was clogged and one of the lights over the bed next to the glass door wasn’t working either. Besides that I really enjoyed staying at this beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Norte
Manzanillo del Mar
Though Manzanillo del Mar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Manzanillo and Karibana Golf Club.
La Boquilla
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to La Boquilla. A stop by La Boquilla Beach or Las Americas International Convention Center might round out your trip.
Marbella
Seaside views, historical sites and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy about Marbella. Check out Marbella Beach or Crespo Linear Park while you're exploring the area.
Crespo
Beaches, historical sites and restaurants are some highlights of Crespo. You might stop by Las Americas International Convention Center or La Boquilla Beach while you're in the area.
Torices
While Torices may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marbella Beach and Walls of Cartagena.
El Cabrero
If you're spending some time in El Cabrero, El Cabrero Park and Del Cabrero Chapel are top sights worth seeing.
Zona Norte Travel Guide
- Karibana Golf Club
- Playa Manzanillo
- La Boquilla Beach
- Las Americas International Convention Center
- Las Ramblas Shopping Center
- Bocagrande Beach
- Castillo Grande Beach
- Walls of Cartagena
- Marbella Beach
- San Felipe de Barajas Castle
- Bolivar Square
- Playa de Punta Arena
- Las Bovedas
- Blanca Beach
- San Fernando Fort
- House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez
- Palace of the Inquisition Cartagena Historical Museum
- Bodeguita Dock
- Rio Cartagena Casino
- Jaime Moron Stadium
- Plaza de la Trinidad
- Promenade of La Castellana
- Plaza de San Diego
