El Rodadero Travel Guide

Santa Marta
Rodadero Beach which includes boating and a sandy beach as well as an individual male

Popular places to visit

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Rodadero Beach

4/5(3 reviews)

This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.

Rodadero Beach
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Parque de Los Novios

3.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Parque de Los Novios
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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.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
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Ciudad Perdida

4/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Ciudad Perdida
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Santa Marta Cathedral

4/5(6 reviews)

Walk around the cathedral that holds the remains of the city’s founder and claims to be the oldest church in the country.

Santa Marta Cathedral
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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.

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Things to do

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Full Day Tour to Bahía Concha and Tayrona Park with Pickup

฿881
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Bahía Concha and Tayrona Park with Pickup
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Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour

฿3,172
Per adult
Minca - Coffee And Cocoa Tour
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Paso del Mango Five Waterfalls

฿5,286
Per adult
Paso del Mango Five Waterfalls
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Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

฿2,291
Per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
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Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!

฿2,125
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!
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Full Day Tour Santa Marta and Barranquilla from Cartagena

฿2,925
Per adult
Full Day Tour Santa Marta and Barranquilla from Cartagena
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Top hotels in El Rodadero

Hotel Tucuraca by DOT Tradition
Hotel Tucuraca by DOT Tradition
3 out of 5
CARRERA 2 12-43, RODADERO, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿1,319 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
฿1,319
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Rodadero Beach ...
7.6/10 Good! (46 reviews)
"Todo en el hotel fue excelente la atencion en el mostrador para registrarme todo estuvo maravilloso"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2023

Hotel Tucuraca by DOT Tradition
Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel be La Sierra
3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿2,179 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
฿2,179
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo ...
8/10 Very Good! (314 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay overall at Hotel Be la Sierra. To be fair with the review I won't compare to a 5 star resort but for what it is.. a nice beachside resort with most amenities you will need. The Pros: The location.. amongst the located hotel in Rodadero. In the center of the main beach are with all ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 2a No. 11A - 98, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿5,234 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
฿5,234
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (288 reviews)
"Excellent !"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 # 24 - 63, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿1,923 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿1,923
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (141 reviews)
"Good place to stay, clean and comfortable. negative points: they wanted to charge taxes even though I have a foreign passport, I had to pay for bracelets that should have been included with the reservation, air conditioner is either too cold or too warm as there is no way to set the air flow low/high. ..."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Terrazas Tayrona Travelers Apartamentos y Suites
Del Mar Hotel
Del Mar Hotel
3 out of 5
Calle 8 No 2 - 78, Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿2,279 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
฿2,279
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (363 reviews)
"Very good hotel"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2024

Del Mar Hotel
Hotel Marco Polo Rodadero
Hotel Marco Polo Rodadero
3 out of 5
3-21 Cl. 7 El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿1,880 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
฿1,880
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino Aquarium ...
7.6/10 Good! (13 reviews)
"Walking distance to the beach"

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2024

Hotel Marco Polo Rodadero
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Other neighbourhoods around El Rodadero

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Bavaria

When in Bavaria, you can plan a visit to Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bavaria
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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 Bahia de Santa Marta.

Barrio Alambique
Historic Center which includes street scenes, a city and heritage elements

Historic Center

4/5(8 area reviews)

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 Beach might round out your trip.

Historic Center
Historic Center featuring a city and street scenes

Barrio Centro

If you're spending some time in Barrio Centro, Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Centro
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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 Santa Marta Beach.

Pueblito
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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.

Norte

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