Find a spot to sit and watch the world go by at La Merced Square. If its well-trodden pathways could talk, this historic town square would have some amazing tales to tell.

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice in Cartagena Walled City. La Merced Square is a great place to start here, but there are loads of other worthwhile places to consider. San Felipe de Barajas Castle, San Pedro Claver Church and Convent, and Jaime Moron Stadium are close to the public square and will round out your day nicely.

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Jan 21 - Jan 28

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Cartagena (CTG)

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Casa del Arzobispado Hotel

Cartagena Walled City

$1,300

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Jan 21 - Jan 28

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Cartagena (CTG)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (312 reviews)

wonderful staff and ambiance

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Casa Colonial de Lujo Piscina & Rooftop

Cartagena Walled City

$942

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Jan 25 - Jan 29

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Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Cartagena (CTG)

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Plaza Santo Domingo

4.5/5(419 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Plaza Santo Domingo, during your travels in Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

So many squares and streets to explore in both the daylight and at night. Such a different place at both times of the day. The is one of many churches in the old city, located on Santos de Pierdra.
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Catedral

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Catedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Teatro Heredia

Enjoy a performance at Teatro Heredia, a storied theater in Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Museum of the Colombian Emerald

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the Colombian Emerald, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

University of Cartagena

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Cartagena, during your travels in Cartagena. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

San Agustin Convent

You can find out about the history of Cartagena when you stop by San Agustin Convent. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.