While the city of Cartagena is not know for their beaches. The archipelagos of the Rosario Islands are located only about an hour and a half by boat respectively from the coast of Cartagena and make for a great day trip.
The construction of the Walls of Cartagena, an effort mounted to defend the city from possible pirate attacks, lasted nearly two centuries, with construction ending in 1796. The historic center is surrounded by seven miles of these imposing stone walls, complemented by fortifications and bastions, from which you can watch the sunset over the Caribbean Sea.
Wander through the tunnels of the San Felipe de Barajas Castle to discover the interior of the “guardian of Cartagena.” Great pictures of the bay can be taken from the castle.
From this restaurant, you will enjoy a great view of the city of Cartagena on an open air terrace.
Museo del Oro Zenú hosts the golden adornments of the Zenú people that lived in the Caribean plains two thousand years ago, and their ceramics. It is a free, self guided 30 minute tour.