El Bosque Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Bocagrande Beach

Bocagrande Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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.

Bocagrande Beach
Clock Tower

Clock Tower

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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.

Clock Tower
Blanca Beach

Blanca Beach

5/5(1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena.

Blanca Beach
Isla Grande Beach

Isla Grande Beach

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Isla Grande Beach
San Felipe de Barajas Castle

San Felipe de Barajas Castle

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

San Felipe de Barajas Castle
Rosario Islands Oceanarium

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.

Rosario Islands Oceanarium

Activities

pasadia isla bora bora

bora bora cartagena

NZ$207
per adult
bora bora cartagena
Tour to Playa Tranquila Barú a Magical Experience in Cartagena

Tour to Playa Tranquila Barú a Magical Experience in Cartagena

NZ$133
per adult
Tour to Playa Tranquila Barú a Magical Experience in Cartagena
Cartagena private aviary tour

Cartagena private aviary tour

NZ$295
per adult
Cartagena private aviary tour
Private Yacht to Islas de Rosario up to 12 people

Private Yacht to Islas de Rosario up to 12 people

NZ$1,500
per traveller
Private Yacht to Islas de Rosario up to 12 people
City tour in regular chiva

7. City tour in regular chiva

NZ$58
per adult
7. City tour in regular chiva
Giant letters welcome photo stop

Cartagena Welcome Tour, The best first city approach

NZ$100
per adult
Cartagena Welcome Tour, The best first city approach
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Our pick of the best El Bosque Hotel Deals

Hilton Cartagena

Hilton Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Almirante Brion, El Laguito, Cartagena
The price is NZ$234 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$234
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,098 reviews)
"The rooms were nice and the hotel itself was nice. The only issue is was with my friend's room. When it rained, it leaked really badly in their room and we had to call twice for someone to come and address the problem. Other than this incident, the time was pleasant and the bar, pool and shop areas ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hilton Cartagena
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG

4 out of 5
Bocagrande Carrera 1 No. 5-01, Cartagena, Bolivar
The price is NZ$337 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$337
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,109 reviews)
"I think everything was perfect! All the employees were very friendly and so kind"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
Hyatt Regency Cartagena

Hyatt Regency Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118, Cartagena, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$314 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$314
29 July - 30 July
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,329 reviews)
"El hotel muy limpio, las instalaciones muy convenientes, personal amable"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Anillo Vial, Km 12, between Manzanillo, del Mar and Punta Canoa, Cartagena, Bolivar
The price is NZ$484 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$484
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (858 reviews)
"Staff and service were great. Place loses power at least once a day. Albeit for a short period, it’s still inconvenient."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Wyndham Garden Cartagena

Wyndham Garden Cartagena

3.5 out of 5
CRA 1 62 69, BOLIVAR, Cartagena
The price is NZ$185 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$185
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,290 reviews)
"Breakfast was good, roof top view was excellent, staff and personal were very kind and location was easy to get a taxi."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Wyndham Garden Cartagena
Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

5 out of 5
Carrera 1a No 2-87, Cartagena, Bolivar
The price is NZ$280 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$280
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel perfect for families. We loved how nice and friendly all the staff were and the common areas, Gardens, restaurants and pools nice and clean. However the room we stood was a little outdated and the bath tub in the bathroom was very high making it very difficult for kids and dangerous ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
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Other neighbourhoods around El Bosque

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Santa Clara

Santa Clara might not have many top sights, but Promenade of La Castellana and Jaime Moron Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Santa Clara
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Manga

Travellers like the historical sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Manga
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Castillogrande

Travellers like the beaches in Castillogrande, and Castillo Grande Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Castillogrande
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Pie del Cerro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pie del Cerro and surrounding area, you can visit Mall Plaza El Castillo and Centro Comercial La Serrezuela.

Pie del Cerro
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Bocagrande

4/5(10 area reviews)

Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Bocagrande Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.

Bocagrande
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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.

Getsemani

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