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Colombia · Caribbean Coast

Cartagena

The city that never needed the rest of Colombia to be extraordinary.

Why Visit

Why visit Cartagena?

Cartagena is not a destination you discover. It is one you finally allow yourself. The walled city has been standing since 1533 — and in sixteen years of bringing discerning travelers here, we have never met one who was ready for how it actually feels.

Not the heat. Not the color. Not the sound of cumbia coming from a courtyard you weren't supposed to find.

Cartagena, Colombia

What AURALIS Reveals Here

Beyond the obvious in Cartagena

The Cartagena that exists behind the colonial façades — private rooftops with families who have lived here for generations, chefs who cook what they eat at home, historians who walk these streets because they love them, not because it's their job. The islands of the Rosario archipelago, reached privately, at the hour when the light is right.

Getsemaní

A vibrant neighborhood that embodies the city's artistic spirit — colorful murals, lively galleries and an authentic charm beyond the walls.

Rosario Islands

A short sail from the city: crystal-clear turquoise waters, powdery beaches and coral reefs teeming with life — snorkeling, sunbathing and pure relaxation.

San Basilio de Palenque

The first officially free town for Africans in the Americas — living history, vibrant music and authentic cuisine that preserve African traditions to this day.

Where You'll Stay

The hotels we work with

When To Go

Best time to visit

December through April. The dry season. The light in January is unlike anything else in Colombia.

Getting Here

Getting here

Direct flights from Miami, New York, Bogotá. Rafael Núñez International Airport is 15 minutes from the walled city.

Keep Exploring

More destinations in Colombia

Medellín

The city of eternal spring — a vibrant hub of innovation and culture nestled in the Andes.

Bogotá

Colombia's vibrant capital — colonial charm, innovative cuisine and world-class museums high in the Andes.

Coffee Region

Emerald valleys, wax palms and working haciendas — the heart of Colombia's coffee culture.

Santa Marta

Where the Sierra Nevada meets the Caribbean — Tayrona's beaches and the gateway to the Lost City.

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