Title: Visit San Diego: Best of San Diego, Cartagena Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in San Diego](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego-Cartagena-Hotels.0-n6270304-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cartagena](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Cartagena.d926.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cartagena](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cartagena.d926.Travel-Guide-Activities)[San Diego Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Diego.d6270304.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Diego Vacations](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego.d6270304.Destination-Travel-Guides) # San Diego ## Cartagena ![www.instagram.com/globesurfing DESTINATION: CENTRO HISTORICO Cartagena, Colombia - Cartagena's old town is a beautiful explosion of colour and culture. It's easy to idle the time away juat wandering the streets, finding something different on every corner. Despite the old town being filled with boutique coffee shops, there's still a lot for the budget conscience traveller. HOW TO GET THERE: Cartagena has its own airport or you can catch a bus from other major cities in Colombia. WHERE TO STAY: Green House Hostel - Is in the centre of the Old Town and breakfast is free! Unfortunately accommodation in Cartagena doesn't come cheap. A bed in dorm room with a fan costs 11GBP/40,000COP per night. #GSSouthamerica #travel #traveler #traveling #travelgram #travelphotography #backpacking #rtwtravel #worlderlust #globesurfing #GS #traveltheworld #cheaptravel #budgettravel #Southamerica #Colombia #cartagena #centrohistorico #travelingourplanet #livetravelchannel #traveldestinations #passionpassport #travelstoke ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140796/fdb846e0-4065-4c5e-a8f2-e35cdd5d5800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![www.instagram.com/globesurfing DESTINATION: CENTRO HISTORICO Cartagena, Colombia - Cartagena's old town is a beautiful explosion of colour and culture. It's easy to idle the time away juat wandering the streets, finding something different on every corner. Despite the old town being filled with boutique coffee shops, there's still a lot for the budget conscience traveller. HOW TO GET THERE: Cartagena has its own airport or you can catch a bus from other major cities in Colombia. WHERE TO STAY: Green House Hostel - Is in the centre of the Old Town and breakfast is free! Unfortunately accommodation in Cartagena doesn't come cheap. A bed in dorm room with a fan costs 11GBP/40,000COP per night. #GSSouthamerica #travel #traveler #traveling #travelgram #travelphotography #backpacking #rtwtravel #worlderlust #globesurfing #GS #traveltheworld #cheaptravel #budgettravel #Southamerica #Colombia #cartagena #centrohistorico #travelingourplanet #livetravelchannel #traveldestinations #passionpassport #travelstoke ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140796/fdb846e0-4065-4c5e-a8f2-e35cdd5d5800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Small street with horse carriage ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140796/3b9e8845-5305-4b48-8893-ecf37cf159bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The dungeons in Cartagena. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140796/ba04f2b1-9982-415b-bbc5-5afa103940a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia #WeLoveOurMarkets #LATAM #BVSBlue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140796/4392cead-6b42-49fc-b9f6-5f56675b396c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Diego Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cartagena travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Cartagena.dx926) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Market place in Cartagena for traditional tourist souvenirs.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140796/87b4335b-4ea0-47a6-8ec1-936761d7720e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Las Bovedas 4/5(19 reviews) You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Las Bovedas during your visit to Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Las-Bovedas-Cartagena.d6272047.Vacation-Attraction) #### House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez 4/5(6 reviews) Find out about the history of Cartagena with a stop at House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/House-Of-Gabriel-Garcia-Marquez-Cartagena.d6167045.Vacation-Attraction) #### Centro Comercial La Serrezuela You can do some window-shopping at Centro Comercial La Serrezuela during your stay in Cartagena. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Centro-Comercial-La-Serrezuela-Cartagena-Walled-City.d656779763020562432.Vacation-Attraction) #### Plaza de San Diego 4.5/5(4 reviews) Learn about the local history of Cartagena when you take a trip to Plaza de San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. 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