Stepping into Cartagena, Colombia, feels like stepping into a vivid dream where every corner pulses with color, music, and stories.
Morning: Exploring the Old Town Begin your adventure in La Ciudad Amurallada—Cartagena’s walled Old Town. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site
Day 1: The Walled City – History and Heartbeat
Made famous by Anthony Bourdain, La Cevichería offers fresh, zingy seafood in a breezy setting. Try the Caribbean-style octopus ceviche, or go big with paella de mariscos.
Lunch: Caribbean Cuisine at La Cevichería
Morning: Modern Escape in Bocagrande Start your day with a beachfront walk in Bocagra nde, Cartagena’s modern district filled with high-rises
Day 2: Bocagrande to Getsemaní – Contrasts and Culture
If you’re adventurous, take a guided tour to Bazurto Market, a gritty, chaotic, but deeply authentic local market. Here, you’ll see Cartagena’s raw culinary soul
Late Morning: Bazurto Market Adventure
Morning: Rosario Islands Day Trip Escape the heat and hustle with a boat trip to the Islas del Rosario, an archipelago just 45 minutes away.
Day 3: Islands and Indigo Waters
Most island day tours include a typical costeño lunch: fried fish, coconut rice, plantains, and salad. Don’t forget a splash of local hot sauce!
Lunch: Beachside Feast