Los Cocos Travel Guide
Santa Marta
Popular places to visit
Rodadero Beach
This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.
Parque de los Novios
Meet friends and share a few drinks at this plaza in the center of Santa Marta, where you’ll find restaurants, bars and vendors selling snacks.
Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum during your holiday to Santa Marta. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Ciudad Perdida
You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Santa Marta Cathedral
Walk around the cathedral that holds the remains of the city’s founder and claims to be the oldest church in the country.
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
Visit the 17th-century villa and art museum made famous as the place where the famous military leader Simón Bolívar died.
Things to do
Full Day Tour to Bahia Concha Beach in Tayrona Park
Maritime Adventure by Boat to Tayrona Santa Marta
Friday Night Bar Crawl in Santa Marta, Colombia
Tayrona Cabo San Juan Tour with lunch and pickup hotel
Top hotels in Los Cocos
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
Nice service. Great hotel
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel
X
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
The room was spotless. The staff so kind and accommodating with any request. They even sent up to my room a Happy Birthday Cake. So sweet. Love you guys.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Grand Marina Santa Marta
The staff were nice, the units were clean and had everything we needed to Enjoy our stay.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
Excellent room!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Querernos regresar en próximo año algún día.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Los Cocos
Barrio Alambique
While there might not be top attractions in Barrio Alambique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de los Novios and Marina Santa Marta.
Historic Center
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Center. A stop by Parque de los Novios or Santa Marta Theater might round out your trip.
Pueblito
Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de los Novios and Marina Santa Marta.
Bavaria
When in Bavaria, you can plan a visit to Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Norte
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.
Barrio Miraflores
While Barrio Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Theater.
