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Cartagena 3-Day Itinerary
The perfect long weekend in Cartagena. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $45 to $320 per day.
Trip Overview
Duration
3 Days
Best Time
December to April (dry season)
Budget Cost
$135
Mid-Range
$330
1
Day 1
Walled city walking tour
Walled city walking tour, Plaza Santo Domingo, sunset on the city walls, salsa in Getsemaní
Estimated cost: $110 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Castillo San Felipe
Castillo San Felipe, La Popa monastery, Bazurto Market food tour
Estimated cost: $110 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Rosario Islands day trip (snorkel + beach)
Rosario Islands day trip (snorkel + beach), seafood dinner at La Cevichería
Estimated cost: $110 (mid-range)
Total 3-Day Cost Estimate
Budget
$135
$45/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$330
$110/day x 3 days
Luxury
$960
$320/day x 3 days
Insider Tips
- Stay inside the walled city (Centro Histórico) or Getsemaní — outside is mostly business hotels
- Visit Castillo San Felipe in the morning before the Caribbean sun gets brutal
- Day-trip to the Rosario Islands for snorkelling — book through your hotel, not beach hawkers
- Bring cash for street vendors; cards are sometimes refused even at upscale restaurants
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