9 days in Cartagena Itinerary

The site of the continent's first Spanish colony, Cartagena retains much of its colonial flavor thanks to a World Heritage-listed old town, encircled by old walls and protected by imposing fortresses.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Casa del Marquez de Valdehoyos, Casa del Marques de Premio Real, Baluarte de Santiago Apostol, and other attractions. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cartagena: Playa Blanca (in Isla Baru) and Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club (in Islas de Rosario). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, take in the spiritual surroundings of Convent of Santa Cruz de la Popa, and wander the streets of Barrio Getsemani.

To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read our Cartagena trip planner.

Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Cartagena is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) to Colombia Standard Time (COT), which is usually a -2 hour difference. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Belo Horizonte in April; daily highs in Cartagena reach 38°C and lows reach 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) so you can fly back home.