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South America · Colombia
Cartagena
Colonial colour, Caribbean heat, rooftop nights
Find companions going to Cartagena693 going this season
Updated September 2025
Cartagena is best visited december to april. Cartagena is a walking city with a beach problem. Stay inside the old town or Getsemaní, and take a boat out to the islands for the actual swimming. Allow 4 to 6 days and budget $50 to $130 per day. 693 Tripmet travelers are planning Cartagena trips this season.
What's the best time to visit Cartagena?
Go in december to april. The shoulder season of may and november, short rains gives you a quieter version of the same trip, which usually means cheaper accommodation and easier bookings.
How do I find a travel companion for Cartagena?
Post a Trip Card with your dates, budget tier and interests. Tripmet scores every other traveler heading to Cartagena in the same window across five dimensions — interests, dates, budget, travel style and languages — and shows you the reason behind each score. When you both say yes, you get a shared Trip Room with an itinerary, chat and cost split.
What should I not miss in Cartagena?
- Getsemaní street art
- Old town walls at sunset
- Rosario Islands day trip
- San Diego plaza coffee
Questions travelers ask about Cartagena
What is the best time to visit Cartagena?
December to April for the dry season. May and November bring short tropical downpours.
How many days do you need in Cartagena?
Four to six days, with one of them on the islands.
Which area should I stay in?
Getsemaní for atmosphere and value, the walled centre for architecture and quiet rooftops.
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