Cartagena

sTAY

Ananda Hotel - Charming and central boutique hotel with a great breakfast, pool rooftop and bikes

La Passion - 8-room boutique hotel in a traditional colonial mansion with gorgeous interiors, courtyard and rooftop terrace

Casa Maria - A beautiful, serviced AirBnB perfect for a group trip

Casa San Agustin - Member of ‘Leading Hotels Of the World’ and likely the nicest hotel in town

Casa Pestagua - 11-room Relais & Chateaux property built in Colonial mansion, restored to perfection with a large courtyard and an abundance of tropical plants

EAT

Alma - Nice restaurant in Casa San Agustin

*Carmen - The best in town; Highlights: Octopus, ceviche and coconut rice (ask for an extra side)

Harry Sasson - Upscale dining in the beautiful courtyard of Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa

La Cevicheria - Popular seafood lunch or dinner spot, put your name down and roam around while you wait; Highlights: fish of the day ceviche and Vietnamese rice

La Cocina de Pepina - Traditional cocina in Getsemani serving Colombian cuisine

La Paleteria - Sweet, refreshing paletas

La Perla - Delicious Italian x Mediterranean cuisine. Highlights: crab ravioli, ceviche

Restaurante Arabe - Hidden gem serving middle Eastern food

Drink + Dance

Alquimico - Cocktail bar with multiple floors and a great rooftop

Cafe Havana - Salsa and live music

Casa Cruxada - Great parties and space

Casa San Augustin - Perfect, classy bar for a drink before dinner

Donde Fidel - Authentic salsa spot worthy of a visit with nice outdoor seating.

Demente - Cocktail and tapas in Getsemani

El Baron - Café and cocktail bar in the pleasant Plaza de la Aduana

La Movida - The place to dance the night away in Cartagena with a packed dance floor and a slightly hidden rooftop for a more relaxed experience

Townhouse - Rooftop drinks in a boutique hotel

SEE

Boat Rental - Check out Go Cartagena

Isla Baru - Strip of local beaches and hidden coves. Worth the trip for a jump in the ocean, accessible by car

Getsemani - Beyond the main city walls, a maze of gorgeous street and restauarants to explore

NH Gallery - Lovely contemporary art gallery featuring a range of Colombian and international artists

Rosario Islands - Isolated islands and clear blue sea, accessible only by boat (1.5+ hour ride from city)

Walled City - Walk, bike and stroll the streets

SHOP

Agua Bendita

Agua de Leon - All their shops have a great selection but the locations on San Pedro Claverand Calle 35 are best!

Baobab

Casa Chiqui

Maygel Coronel

Mercedes Salazar - Fun earrings + Accessories.

Silvia Tcherassi

Vicky Tcherassi - Well-priced dresses!

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