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Castillo San Felipe de BarajasSeventeenth-century Spanish fortress built to protect Cartagena's harbor.Catedral de San Pedro ClaverHistoric Jesuit church in Cartagena's Old City dedicated to Saint Peter Claver.GetsemaníGetsemaní is a historic neighborhood in Cartagena with colorful streets and street art.Torre del RelojThe Torre del Reloj marks the main entrance to Cartagena's Old City walls.Plaza de Santo DomingoHistoric square in Cartagena's Old City with a colonial church and a bronze statue.Walls of CartagenaThe 16th-century walls enclose the Old City of Cartagena.
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Is 4 days enough for Cartagena?
Four days covers the Old City walls, San Felipe fort, Getsemaní, and Rosario Islands. Book the Rosario boat tour one day ahead and walk or take short taxi rides between sites.
Do I need to book Castillo San Felipe de Barajas ahead?
Buy tickets on site but arrive before 9 am to skip lines. Combine the fort visit with Getsemaní the same afternoon using a taxi for under 10 USD.
How do I get to Islas del Rosario from Cartagena?
Depart by boat from Muelle Turistico at 8 am. Day tours cost about 50 USD per person and return by late afternoon.
Do I need reservations for the Palace of the Inquisition?
No advance booking is required. Pay at the door and visit in the morning to avoid afternoon heat before moving to Museo del Oro Zenú nearby.