The Best Things to Do in Cartagena, Colombia
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Erin Brundage
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Cartagena
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Cartagena, Colombia is known for its diverse landscapes and culturally rich heritage where art, music and theater mix. Explore and connect through the cultural experiences, hiking, dancing and raucous nightlife. With a diverse region, you can venture out to multiple close cities and catch boat rides to submerge yourself in the crystal blue waters.
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Things to do in Cartagena, Colombia
Casa en el Agua: Receive a warm welcome to the wooden house in the middle of the San Bernardo Islands ocean where you and others can decide whether to detox, unleash your inner yogi and enjoy the serene environment or grab some drinks.
Bioluminescent plankton Tour: Don’t mind taking a dip in the dark? Take a boat out to explore the underwater fairy dust! Once you hit the mangroves, the water will start to glow and you can swim with wonderful bioluminescent little creatures.
Mud Volcano, Pink Sea and Indigena's Town: Soak up a mineral-filled mud at the top of a volcano and adventure the indigenous community of Galerazamba to learn about the indigenous cultural.
Bazurto Market Tour and Cooking Class in Cartagena: Learn to cook traditional Colombian food during this half-day class in Cartagena. Then, shop at the local markets with your personal chef to grab the best-selected ingredients for your dish.
Places to eat & drink in Cartagena, Colombia
Montesacro Resto Bar: Grab traditional cuisine in the heart of the walled city that has the energy of history with a mixture of flavors.
Bar hop in Cartegena de Indias area: Hit the strip and grab a drink at local bars in the heart of Cartagena.
Pico Red Bar: Experience the Caribbean-style dance and fast gourmet food at the Pico Red bar. You can catch live DJs and live dance performances.
Moshi & Sushi Bar: Seafood and sushi environment that has you engulfed within the trees and beautiful greenery.
Cancha Restaurante: Amazing Peruvian-style seafood where you don't want to miss the delicious octopus.
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