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Santa Marta

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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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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Minca Full Day Tour

฿2,125
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Minca Full Day Tour
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Door to door transportation Cartagena Santa Marta

฿1,548
Per adult
Door to door transportation Cartagena Santa Marta
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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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Full Day Marinka Waterfall

฿2,643
Per adult
Full Day Marinka Waterfall
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Top hotels in Norte

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 ฿2,146 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
฿2,146
per night
10 Jun - 11 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! (313 reviews)
"The hotel was really nice & well kept. The only reason I gave it a four was the poor internet connection. The wifi at the hotel was absolutely terrible with constant disconnections. The pool is also really small so if you're main thing is a pool, I'd look elsewhere Otherwise, the service & rooms ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Hotel be La Sierra
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 1C No. 24-04, Santa Marta
The price is ฿2,731 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿2,731
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (608 reviews)
"Very good option. The pool don't have dark areas, need more sun protection for the guests."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
4.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 No 142-60, Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿5,550 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
฿5,550
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (618 reviews)
"Muy muy bueno"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton Santa Marta
4.5 out of 5
Carretera 1 No. 114-77 KM 14, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿5,273 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿5,273
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Bello ...
7.8/10 Good! (158 reviews)
"The property and location were great, so we're all of the staff and features like the pools and restaurants. The only major gripe was with the bed, it was so hard and terrible me and my partner preferred sleeping on the fold out bed from the couch after 2 days because we both started to have awful ..."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Hilton Santa Marta
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
3.5 out of 5
Calle 115 No 2 39, Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta
The price is ฿2,893 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
฿2,893
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (575 reviews)
Great Affordable Luxury Hotel
"My stay was great! The people were super nice and accommodating. The $10 breakfast is totally worth it. I also tried the gym and they have some decent equipment and the pool is also nice. It's a really short walk from the beach which is very convenience. No complaints at all."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Mercure Santa Marta Emile
GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul
GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul
3.5 out of 5
Zona Franca Pozos Colorados km 19, via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is ฿3,980 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿3,980
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (458 reviews)
"For the most part the staff was friendly and accommodating Nothing to do on the beach which is closed at night for security reasons. If you want to take a romantic walk on the beach at night, it’s the wrong place to go. The food is decent but expensive for the area. The night manager takes kickbacks ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul
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Other neighbourhoods around Norte

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San Martín

While San Martín 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 Beach.

San Martín
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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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 Cathedral.

Barrio Miraflores
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
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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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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

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