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Castillo San Felipe Fortress rating icon 9.8

Barrio Pie del Cerro, Avenida Antonio de Arévalo. Carrera 17., Cl. 32 #17-85, Pie Del Cerro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 22 of 413
Popularity in Category: 47 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 644 of 28980
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Donald December 10, 2024

Check out the cannons and tunnels. They’re super interesting, but I didn’t realize they were there until after I missed them!

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Jack November 17, 2024

My advice is to wear comfy shoes. You’ll be doing a lot of walking, and some areas have uneven surfaces.

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Barbara November 1, 2024

If you want a stunning view, climb to the top of the fortress before sunset. The colors over the city are incredible!

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Naval Museum of the Caribbean rating icon 3.4

Cl. de San Juan de Dios #62, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 313 of 413
Popularity in Category: 1285 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 19267 of 28980
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David February 21, 2025

If you're on a budget, check for discount days or times. I did and saved a few bucks on admission which made my visit even sweeter!

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Patricia December 8, 2024

Don't skip the gift shop; unique naval-themed souvenirs are available and reasonably priced – I found some cool gifts for my friends back home.

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Palace of the Inquisition Cartagena Historical Museum rating icon 3.2

Cartagena, Cartagena Province, Bolivar, Colombia copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 330 of 413
Popularity in Category: 1315 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 19834 of 28980
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George February 15, 2025

Check out the gift shop before you leave! I found unique souvenirs here that I didn’t see anywhere else in Cartagena. Just remember to haggle a bit if you want a better price!

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Thomas January 21, 2025

I suggest visiting early in the morning, around 9 AM, to avoid the crowds. It made my experience way more enjoyable and gave me the chance to explore without feeling rushed.

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Zenu Gold Museum rating icon 1

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Popularity in Country: 396 of 413
Popularity in Category: 1828 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 26748 of 28980
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