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Plaza Santo Domingo, Cartagena

4.4
#4 of 372 in Things to do in Cartagena
Must see · Landmark · Tourist Spot
Surrounded by colorful buildings and verandas, Plaza Santo Domingo serves as a hub for the city's outdoor dining and cafe culture. Head for the square and marvel at the brightly hued homes surrounding it, or snap a picture with the delightfully chubby Botero statue in the center. Don't miss stopping in at the 16th-century church, one of the city's most famous landmarks. You can wander the square's many stalls selling local arts, crafts, and souvenirs, or grab something to eat at the numerous outdoor restaurant tables. Afterwards, kick back with a coffee or a drink and enjoy the plaza's bustling activity. Make Plaza Santo Domingo part of your personalized Cartagena itinerary using our Cartagena trip itinerary builder app.
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Tours to Plaza Santo Domingo

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FROM $50 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Walking Tour in Cartagena
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Duration: 2 to 3 hours
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FROM $80 BOOK WITH VIATOR Street food tour with Julie
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Duration: 2 to 3 hours
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FROM $35 BOOK WITH VIATOR Movie Bike Tour
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Duration: 2 to 3 hours
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FROM $69 BOOK WITH VIATOR Walled City + Museums Cartagena City Tour 4H
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $20 BOOK WITH VIATOR Coffe and Tropical Fruits Bike Tour
Duration: 2 hours
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FROM $101 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cartagena - Sightseeing and Shopping Tour
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $65 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Walking Tour Old City
Duration: 2 to 3 hours
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FROM $10 BOOK WITH VIATOR Free walking tour Gethsemane old town & Forever colonial
Duration: 2 to 30 minutes
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  • By Flitz8
    The Plaza is just in front of Santa Domingo church, not much to see in day, the sculptute here and restaurants  more »
  • By juelz89
    not much to say, if you're in cartagena you can hardly miss this place. crowded with people dancing and music everywhere. but be cautious with your handbags/backpacks and in the night it's a bit of a....  more »
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  • By jose miguel isaza herrera
    Me and my girls had a great time having some drinks and eating. Good atmosphere and and awesome vibe!
  • By Thomas Le Vallée-Morel
    Beautiful during the day, but street sellers will be after you and you pay for the location. Other than that it's a nice place to have a drink and appetizers.
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