Zona Norte Travel Guide
Cartagena
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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.
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.
San Felipe de Barajas Castle
After visiting San Felipe de Barajas Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Las Bovedas
You can enjoy retail therapy at Las Bovedas during your visit to Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch
Cartagena: Barù Island Playa Blanca with Lunch ALL INCLUSIVE
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling
5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Top hotels in Zona Norte
Las Americas Casa de Playa
I love this place! Is a beautiful ocean front property for the whole family!
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Very good and safe place to stay and have goog time, very good customer service a very friendly staf
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel Las Americas Torre del Mar
The rooms were clean, and the staff was courteous.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay! The staff was amazingly friendly and the property was situated well with a private entrance to the beach.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Sonesta Hotel Cartagena
Room was cleaned. Staff is very friendly. Good value for the money.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hotel Summer Frente Al Mar
A very nice stay
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Norte
Manzanillo del Mar
Though Manzanillo del Mar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Manzanillo and Karibana Golf Club.
La Boquilla
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to La Boquilla. A stop by La Boquilla Beach or Las Americas International Convention Center might round out your trip.
Cielo Mar
If you're spending some time in Cielo Mar, Las Americas International Convention Center and La Boquilla Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Marbella
Seaside views, historical sites and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy about Marbella. Check out Marbella Beach or Crespo Linear Park while you're exploring the area.
Crespo
Beaches, historical sites and restaurants are some highlights of Crespo. You might stop by Las Americas International Convention Center or La Boquilla Beach while you're in the area.
Torices
While Torices may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marbella Beach and Walls of Cartagena.
