Discover the best Places of Interest, Tourist Attractions, Destinations in Cartagena de Indias Colombia

Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Cartagena de Indias stands as testimony of the colonial splendor of the New World, the jewel of the southern Caribbean.

The city of Cartagena, known in the colonial era as Cartagena de Indias,  is a major port founded in 1533, located on the northern coast of Colombia in the Caribbean Coast Region. It was strategically located between the Magdalena and Sinú rivers and became the main port for trade between Spain and its overseas empire, establishing its importance by the early 1540s. During the colonial era it was a key port for the export of Peruvian silver to Spain and for the import of African slaves. It was defensible against pirate attacks in the Caribbean. It is the capital of the Bolívar Department, and had a population 971,592 as of 2016. It is the fifth-largest city in Colombia and the second largest in the region, after Barranquilla. The urban area of Cartagena is also the fifth-largest urban area in the country. Economic activities include the maritime and petrochemicals industries, as well as tourism.

Location – Cartagena Colombia

In the north of the country. Cartagena faces the Caribbean Sea to the west. To the south is the Cartagena Bay, which has two entrances: Bocachica (Small Mouth) in the south, and Bocagrande (Big Mouth) in the north. Cartagena is located at 10°25′ North, 75°32′ West (10.41667, −75.5333).

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Climate and temperature – Cartagena Colombia

tropical, humid and warm, with a relative humitdity of 84%. The average temperature is 27°C(80°F) with temperatures ranging between 24°C(75°F) and 31°C(87°F).

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Banks in Cartagena de Indias Colombia

There are branches of the Banco de Bogota, Davivienda, Banco Agrario, Banco Santander, AV Villas, Bancolombia, Caja Social, BBVA and Occidente Banks.
Schedule: Monday to Friday from 8 to 11:30 am. and from 2 to 4pm. extended hours vary according to the bank.

Tourist Information Points – Cartagena Colombia

PIT PLaza de la Aduana:
Addrress: Casa del Marquez del Priemio Real 30-53
Phone: (57+5) 6601583
Schedule: Monday to Friday from 9 to 5 pm.

PIT Aeropuerto:
Addrress: Cll 71 03-89
Phone: (57+5) 6569200
Schedule: Monday to Friday from 7 am. to 11 pm. and sundays from 9 am. to 5 pm..

Money Exchange – Cartagena Colombia

The best way to exchange money is at an automatic teller machine, as banks pay the current market exchange rate. However, it is impor tant to note that many AT Ms have a limit for daily withdrawals.

Taxis – Cartagena Colombia

Taxis here do not work with meters, but rather charge depending on the area or neighborhood. Minimum taxi fare is COP $7,000 pesos, which is about US D 2.50. A trip from the Historic Center to the airpor to should cost around COP $20,000.

Wi-fi Internet Access – Cartagena Colombia

While some hotels offer their guests wi-fi service, some people prefer to find a wi-fi connection in one of the local plazas (San Diego, Coches or Bolivar) where they can surf the web while enjoying the sights and sounds of daily city life.

The Beach – Cartagena Colombia

Going to the beach in Cartagena de Indias is both an experience and an adventure. Countlessvendors will insist on selling their wares and try to convince the unsuspecting tourists with all kinds of fanfare and arguments in the best Gypsy style. Be sure to bring along a sense of humor. The Islas del Rosario are a great spot to rest and relax. Be sure to follow the suggestions and recommendations given by the hotel or travel agency.

Tour Guides – Cartagena Colombia

There are quite a few tourist guides available in Cartagena de Indias, but for the best tour of the city, the recommendation is to contact a guide that has been cer tified by the Tourism Corporation at elturismoencolombia.com

Cruise Lines – Cartagena Colombia

Cartagena de Indias is the only Colombian city that has a loading for Royal Caribbean and Pullmantur cruise ships.

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