Where to eat (3)
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🍽️La Vitrola
An iconic, upscale restaurant with a nostalgic Cuban atmosphere and air-conditioned comfort. Order the fresh Caribbean lobster or the classic ceviche.
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El Baluarte San Francisco Javier
A sunset bar on the old city walls of Cartagena. The link goes to the heritage society's page for the bastion.
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🍽️El Santisimo
A refined restaurant serving sophisticated Caribbean-fusion cuisine in a quiet, intimate setting. The coconut rice and fresh fish dishes are highly recommended.
What to see and do (2)
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👀Palace of the Inquisition
Located in the Plaza de Bolívar, this museum features beautiful colonial architecture and a flat, easy-to-navigate courtyard. It provides a fascinating, shaded look into the city's history.
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👀San Pedro Claver Church and Convent
This site is remarkably accessible with a peaceful central garden and a museum dedicated to human rights. It is a quiet, contemplative space away from the bustling street vendors.
Festivals and events (3)
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🎉Hay Festival
An internationally renowned literary and cultural festival that brings authors and thinkers to the city's historic venues.
📅 Late January
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🎉Cartagena International Music Festival
A series of high-quality classical music concerts held in the city's most beautiful historic churches and theaters.
📅 Early January
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🎉Independence of Cartagena
A vibrant celebration featuring parades, beauty pageants, and cultural performances throughout the walled city.
📅 November 11