CULTURE IN CARTAGENA

CULTURE IN CARTAGENA. 

In Cartagena de Indias is an interesting confluence of cultures for more than 500 years, starting with the Indian, Spanish, African and Arab. All framed in one of the most beautiful cities in the Caribbean, where the visitor is treated like it deserves, a cheerful and uncomplicated style of Cartagena.

BEACHES OF CARTAGENA

BEACHES OF CARTAGENA

Cartagena de Indias is a shining pearl of beauty to be located in the Caribbean. The best beaches in Cartagena are in Bocagrande, the main tourist area of the city. 

Cartagena's beaches are safe for swimming, but high tides or strong currents. The most frequented beaches have safety flags to warn swimmers bad weather. The red flag means you must stay out of the water, but for surfers flag means it's time to go and waiting for the high tide. 

Cartagena, a city that boasts 17 miles of beach, warm waters offer the chance to enjoy the soft sand and scorching sun, framed under blue sky.

Bocagrande Beach.

Castillogrande Beach.

Laguito Beach.

HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS

HOTEL DECAMERON. 

The Decameron Cartagena hotel is an imposing tower hotel, between the modern city and the walled city Hotel accommodations are beachfront and have a pool for children and adults, 5 restaurants, where you can enjoy different international dishes and typical of the region and 3 bars.

HOTEL HILTON.

With a prime location on the peninsula of The Little Lake, the luxurious Hilton Cartagena hotel has 341 rooms and offers a beautiful view of the Caribbean Sea. Just 10 minutes from the ancient walled city, the Hilton hotel boasts an exquisite blend of Caribbean flavor and Spanish heritage.

HOTEL LAS AMERICAS.

Hotel Las Americas Casa de Playa is a tropical paradise in Cartagena de Indias, with rooms and suites overlooking the Caribbean Sea and its beautiful nights and sunsets. Its attractive beaches and the charm of its architecture make it the perfect place for you to have fun and relax, enjoying superior service in a native environment. Las Americas Casa de Playa is part of the hotel complex Americas Resort and Convention Center, a modern resort on the banks of the legendary Caribbean Sea.

RESTAURANT CLUB DE PESCA.

Located in Manga, at Fort San Sebastian del Pastelillo, one of the first forts of Cartagena. 

His view of the old town, the modern city and the marina of yachts and sailboats Fishing Club has no equal. Savor the freshest seafood and the best atmosphere with a mix of music like no: bossa nova, latin jazz, Cuban son and boleros. Live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

RESTAURANT PLAZA DE ARMAS.

Located in the heart of the walled city, in an old colonial building VXII century, the restaurant retains the mystical, natural and romantic atmosphere of the time, inviting lovers of good food to taste their culinary creative proposal that combines the best Mediterranean and international cuisine, with grilled meat with bold flavors and a pizzeria with traditional Italian flavor.

RESTAURANT QUEBRACHO.

Quebracho Street located in the beautiful walled city Baloco, "Historical Heritage" is a website designed for you to enjoy the most welcoming and pleasant environment, which will make your visit a memorable occasion. 

The exquisite and unique gourmet kitchen QUEBRACHO take your palate the flavor and generosity of the Food Argentina. In our menu you will find from the most tender and juicy meats, to the finest seafood.

Historic Sites

INDIA CATALINA.

India Catalina is one of the indigenous characters in the history of Colombia. Belonging to the Calamarí ethnicity, was one of the richest women in Cartagena de Indias. During the Spanish colonial period in the present department of Bolivar.

CASTILLO SAN FELIPE DE BARAJAS.

The Castillo San Felipe de Barajas is a fortress located in the Colombian city of Cartagena de Indias. It is located on a hill called San Lazaro and was built in 1536 during the Spanish colonial era.

MURALLAS.

The walls were designed in order to protect the Cartagena suffering ongoing attacks. Its construction was carried out in stages, beginning in 1586 Bautista Antonelli, an Italian engineer in the service of the Spanish Crown. Then came in 1608 Cristóbal de Roda, who fortify most of the part of town that overlooks the open sea. 

TORRE DEL RELOJ.

It is the representative symbol of Cartagena, and main gateway to the city. The clock tower was added in the nineteenth century. In front of the tower is a statue of Pedro de Heredia, founder of the city.

Map Historic Center Of Cartagena De Indias

In this map you will find the most important places of the historical center of Cartagena.