Margarita & Payne
Things To Do
Getsemani
For our Miami friends, this is the "Wynwood of Cartagena". This area of the city is filled with arts, murals, crumbling buildings, local homes, kids playing soccer, and an absolute ton of amazing street art here. Es un barrio tipico y colorido cerca al Centro Historico. Puedes encontrar varios restaurantes locales con excelentes comentarios, adicional ofrecen diversas opciones de hoteles y hostales mas economicas. Pueden recorrer tranquilamente sus calles y disfrutar de uno de los barrios mas tradicionales de Cartagena.
Rosario Islands
The Rosario Islands, also referred to as Corales Islas del Rosario, is an archipelago located off the coast of Colombia, approximately 100 kilometres from Cartagena. It is one of the 46 Natural National Parks of Colombia. Enjoy an unforgettable day on board a sailing catamaran. Cruise from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands. Go snorkeling through an awe-inspiring coral reef and experience an undersea kingdom in crystal clear water. Las Islas del Rosario se encuentran a unos 100 km al sureste de la costa de Cartagena. Forman parte del Parque Nacional Natural Corales del Rosario. Disfruta de un dia Navegando en Catamaran, practica esnórquel en un impresionante arrecife de coral y experimente un reino submarino en aguas cristalinas.
Bendita Beach
Bendita Beach is a private island with 3 beaches of the best white sand, which together with the beautiful Caribbean sun and our absolute tranquility. The Specialty “El Pasadía” has a value of around $250,000 pesos per adult (US60). Bendita Beach es una playa privada, es perfecta para disfrutar del hermoso Mar Caribe con absoluta tranquilidad, tambien podras encontrar tortugas, papagayos, entre otras especies que hacen que tu estadia sea mas placentera. El pasadia esta aproximadamente en $250,000.
Sunset/ Atardecer Cartagena
Take in a beautiful sunset in the calm waters of the Cartagena Bay or if you prefer, later at night and enjoy the marvelous view of the walled city. Deléitese en las tranquilas aguas de la Bahía de Cartagena y disfrute de una impresionante vista al atardecer o si lo prefiere en la noche de la ciudad amurallada.
Santa Cruz de la Popa
Sitting on Mount la Popa, Cartagena’s highest point, the Convento de la Popa has become a popular place to visit because of the amazing view of the city you’ll get from the terrace as well as the Caribbean Sea and the Island Tierrabomba. Uno de sus principales atractivos es el Cerro de La Popa, y el convento que lleva su nombre. Es el punto más elevado de la ciudad y desde su cima se tiene una visión panorámica perfecta de toda la ciudad, del mar caribe y de la isla de Tierrabomba.
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach
Just one hour by boat from Cartagena you will find this unique paradise on the Rosario Islands. Enjoy an unforgettable day here with friends which is known for its upbeat atmosphere and having music and a DJ. Bora Bora is a private beach and only allows a limited amount of persons every day. They day pass costs about 250,000 Colombian pesos (roughly 55 dollars) A solo una hora de Cartagena tu encontraras este Paraiso en las Islas del Rosario. Disfruta de un dia inolvidable en esta isla en un ambiente para compartir con amigos. Bora Bora es una playa privada que tiene un limite de personas cada dia, el pasa dia aproximadamente esta en $250.000.
Castillo de San Felipe
This is the most famous landmark in Cartagena, and it’s pretty hard to miss. It was built way back in 1657 to protect against pirates looking to steal the silver and gold that was bound for Europe. Wait until later in the day to head up here and explore the maze-like tunnels and enjoy the views of the city off to the side Este es el monumento más famoso de Cartagena, y es bastante difícil pasarlo por alto. Fue construido en 1657 para protegerse de los piratas que buscaban hacerse con la plata y el oro que se dirigía a Europa.
San Nicolas Restaurante Bar
A great spot to enjoy some good food and company, its one of our favorite restaurants. They offer a wide variety of food but their specialty is seafood. They have affordable prices and great quality. It´s located near the Historic Center and Getsemani. Es un buen lugar para disfrutar de una buena comida y compania, Es uno de nuestros restaurantes favoritos, ofrecen varias alternativas pero su especialidad es la comidad del mar. En nuestra opinion manejan precios accequibles con execelente calidad en su comida. Queda cerca al Centro Historico y a Getsemani.
Café Del Mar
Sip a fresh mojito or a shot of Aguardiente at Cafe del Mar during sunset. No other bar in Cartagena offers such an amazing view from atop the historic fortress walls; you'll be overlooking the city rooftops and the Caribbean Sea. Get there early or book a table in advance because it gets crowded. Es un bar que ofrece una vista magnifica del atardecer, esta ubicado en un lugar estrategico dentro del centro historico. Podras encontrar cocteles, como Margaritas, Mojitos entre otras opciones que ofrecen en su menu. El lugar normalmente esta lleno podrian realizar una reserva o realizar la fila antes de entrar al bar y esperar mesa disponible.
Crepes and Waffles
Starting as a small rustic French creperie, this restaurant has grown to be one of the most popular Colombian chain restaurants. It is known for its amazing and wide variety of crepes. Additionally, it specializes in waffles, even offering waffles with ice cream, fruit and Nutella on top ! Es una de las cadenas mas grandes de Restaurantes en Colombia, adicional su menu ofrece diversas alternativas acomodandose a las preferencias de sus clientes. Tambien encontraras variedad de postres y Waffles con helado que tienen que probar. Aqui conseguiras nuestro Waffle favorito de Nutella y Banano!
La Cevicheria Cartagena
For Lunch this is the Best Ceviche in town! This place was also featured on Anthony Bordain's "No Reservations"so be sure to check it out! It's right across the street from Sofitel Santa Clara. Tienen uno de los mejores Ceviches de Cartagena. Queda en el Centro Historico, cruzando la calle del Sofitel Santa Clara
Restaurante el Candé
With its live dancing and authentic menu, Cande is a restaurant that offers culture, music and tradition - night after night - through cuisine, colonial architecture and warm service. Reservations are recommended here. Cande es un restaurante que ofrece cultura, musica y tradicion noche tras noche. Se aconseja realizar reservacion previa.
Carmen Restaurante
Upscale dining in the Old City. Situated in a beautiful, elegant and intimate colonial house downtown, Carmen offers contemporary cuisine with an emphasis on Colombian flavors. Modern techniques and creative preparations give life to delicious dishes inspired by local Caribbean ingredients like crab, lobster, red snapper and pork belly ‘chicharron’. It’s evident at Carmen that love is in the details; attentive service, world class cuisine, an award winning wine list, innovative craft cocktails and various dining ambiances ensure guests a truly unique experience. Exclusivo restaurante en el Centro Historico. Situado en una hermosa, elegante e intima casa colonial, Carmen ofrece comida contemporanea basada en los sabores Colombianos . Adicional ofrecen una increible lista de vinos e inovadores cocteles.
Celele Restaurante
Located in Getsemani ( right outside the Old City) , this restaurant was named one of the 50 Best Restaurants in Latin America. Esta ubicado en Getsemani, justo al lado del centro historico. Esta catalogado en uno de los 50 mejores restaurantes de Latinoamerica.
San Mateo Restaurante - Bar
Although not the biggest restaurant it has a menu that ranges many types of food with tons of great options and affordable options. It is known for having a very welcoming feel and having great service. Additionally, it is located downtown in the pretty streets of the historic center. Este restaurante es muy acogedor con excelente comida. El menú es bastante variado y tiene precios accesibles. El trato de los trabajadores es muy amable. Se ubica en el centro historico.