Ararca Travel Guide
Cartagena
Popular places to visit
Bocagrande Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Isla Grande Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkelling spots in this relaxing area.
Clock Tower
You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Cartagena de Indias Convention Center during your trip to Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Walls of Cartagena
Learn about the local history of Cartagena with a stop at Walls of Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Rosario Islands Oceanarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in Rosario Islands Oceanarium during your travels in Rosario Islands. Amble around this relaxing area's beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.
Things to do
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience
Cartagena: Barù Island Playa Blanca with Lunch
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling
5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Top hotels in Ararca
OZ Hotel Collection
Great hotel. The staff is super friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Good
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
The best hotel hands down, the view was gorg with the pool overlooking the beach, the grilled food on the rooftop was everything and food from the restaurant w as sooo good 1000/1000
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Sofitel Barú Cartagena
They treated us so well here I didn't mind the incidental charges. Be prepared to pay for every meal and every trip both ways to the city. This location is for families and relaxation but the Walled city is vibrant and culturally rich! The last 20 minutes of the ride to this location is rocky because ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hilton Cartagena
Has roaches in rom
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Osh Hotel Cartagena
Beautiful hotel but pool area so so and we had so many issues with the staff being helpful at all.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ararca
Santa Clara
Santa Clara might not have many top sights, but Contecar Terminal and Jaime Moron Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Castillogrande
Travellers like the beaches in Castillogrande, and Castillo Grande Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
El Laguito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to El Laguito. A stop by El Laguito Beach or Bocagrande Beach might round out your trip.
Bocagrande
Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Centro Comercial Nao, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.
Manga
Travellers like the historical sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Getsemani
Travellers come to Getsemani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza de la Trinidad and Los Pegasos Dock while you're in town.
