Bavaria

Santa Marta

Popular places to visit

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Rodadero Beach

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

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 kids to visit the sea creatures at Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum during your trip 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

You can find out about the history of Santa Marta with a trip to Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Ciudad Perdida
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Santa Marta Cathedral

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!

P3,707
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

P4,592
Per adult
Full Day Tour Santa Marta and Barranquilla from Cartagena
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From Santa Marta: 4-Day Lost City Discovery Tour

P44,095
Per adult
From Santa Marta: 4-Day Lost City Discovery Tour
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Minca Full Day Tour

P3,336
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Minca Full Day Tour
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Door to door transportation Cartagena Santa Marta

P2,431
Per adult
Door to door transportation Cartagena Santa Marta
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Full Day Tour to Bahía Concha and Tayrona Park with Pickup

P1,383
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Bahía Concha and Tayrona Park with Pickup
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Top hotels in Bavaria

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel be La Sierra
3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,398 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
P3,398
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo ...
8/10 Very Good! (305 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 May 1, 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 P3,948 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
P3,948
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (607 reviews)
"In our opinion, this experience was great and everything that surround it made it so. The staff was very reliable and responsive to our needs and area was even more calm than we expected. It was easy to be so comfortable on holiday."

Reviewed on May 16, 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 P9,608 per night from 28 May to 29 May
P9,608
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (615 reviews)
"Very organized an clean. Excellent security."

Reviewed on May 12, 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 P8,255 per night from 28 May to 29 May
P8,255
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 May 16, 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 P4,580 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
P4,580
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (572 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 May 8, 2024

Mercure Santa Marta Emile
Irotama Resort
Irotama Resort
4 out of 5
Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is P13,059 per night from 27 May to 28 May
P13,059
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (600 reviews)
"Didn’t feel the water in the gulf was very clean. The air pollution was bad."

Reviewed on May 11, 2024

Irotama Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Bavaria

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Barrio Alambique

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Alambique and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de Los Novios and Bahia de Santa Marta.

Barrio Alambique
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Pueblito

While Pueblito isn't home to many top sights, Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pueblito
Historic Center which includes heritage elements, street scenes and a city

Historic Center

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
Historic Center showing street scenes and a city

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

When in Barrio Miraflores, you can plan a visit to Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Barrio Miraflores
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Norte

While Norte isn't home to many top sights, Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Norte

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