Things to do in Cartagena

Planning questions about Cartagena

What are the best things to do in Cartagena?

Cartagena Street Food Tour: 10 Local Tastings in the Walled City is the highest ranked experience in Cartagena, scoring 96 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,462 traveler reviews. Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena Cooking Class with Local Chef (Small Group Experience), Private Walking Tour in Cartagena Walled City & Getsemaní, Tour De Palenque, Road to Emancipation. round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Cartagena, Colombia, and 13 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Cartagena cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Cartagena is $60 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $3 on Open bar sunset party in the bay sharing with natives. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Cartagena for today?

Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Cartagena currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Cartagena good for families?

Yes. 11 of the experiences we rank in Cartagena are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Cartagena?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Cartagena?

Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Cartagena?

118 of the 120 experiences we rank in Cartagena offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Cartagena gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Cartagena so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.