Barrio Centro

Santa Marta

Historic Center which includes street scenes and a city
Historic Center featuring a city and street scenes
Historic Center showing a city, street scenes and heritage elements
Historic Center which includes a city, heritage elements and street scenes
Historic Center showing a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Parque de Los Novios showing heritage elements, a city and street scenes

Parque de los Novios

3.5/5(4 reviews)

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
Santa Marta Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Santa Marta Cathedral

4/5(6 reviews)

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

Simón Bolivar Park

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Simón Bolivar Park, a lovely green space in Comuna 2. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Simón Bolivar Park

Santa Marta Theater

You can make plans for a show at Santa Marta Theater during your stay in Comuna 2. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Santa Marta Theater

Tairona Gold Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tairona Gold Museum during your travels in Comuna 2. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Tairona Gold Museum

Customs House

Find out about the history of Comuna 2 when you spend time at Customs House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Customs House

Things to do

Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta

Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta

S$897
per adult
Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta
Lost City Trek

4-Day Lost City Small-Group Tour in Santa Marta

S$741
per adult
4-Day Lost City Small-Group Tour in Santa Marta
Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta

Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta

S$707
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta
P.A.D.I. Open Water Diver Certification

P.A.D.I. Open Water Diver Certification

S$528
per adult
P.A.D.I. Open Water Diver Certification
Unearth Indigenous Wisdom and Hike through Lush Rainforest

Visit an Arhuaco Family, Hike Ancient Trails & Explore Don Diego

S$486
per adult
Visit an Arhuaco Family, Hike Ancient Trails & Explore Don Diego
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Private Hike to Cabo San Juan

Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Private Hike to Cabo San Juan

S$407
per adult
Santa Marta: Tayrona Park Private Hike to Cabo San Juan
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Top hotels in Barrio Centro

Bonita Bay Concept Hotel by Xarm Hotels
Bonita Bay Concept Hotel by Xarm Hotels
4 out of 5
Cr 1c # 15 - 07, Edificio Tesoro del Mar, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is S$80 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
S$80
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (105 reviews)
"Located in an area which makes walking around and seeing Santa Marta easy"

Reviewed on 20 Feb,2025

Bonita Bay Concept Hotel by Xarm Hotels
Alko Hotel Cotona
Alko Hotel Cotona
3.5 out of 5
carrera 2 No. 20-63, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$92 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
S$92
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and Parque ...
9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
"This was a lovely place that felt very private. The staff were amazing, setting up transportation for us, and recommending amazing restaurants. The rooftop bar, pool, and hot tub were just wonderful."

Reviewed on 25 Feb,2025

Alko Hotel Cotona
Ayenda 1614 Playa y Mar
Ayenda 1614 Playa y Mar
2.5 out of 5
Carrera 2 # 18-17, Santa Marta
The price is S$26 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
S$26
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and Rodadero ...
6.4/10 (14 reviews)
"Very good, no complaints for the price"

Reviewed on 26 Feb,2023

Ayenda 1614 Playa y Mar
MuchoSur Santa Marta
MuchoSur Santa Marta
3 out of 5
Calle 12 # 1c 50, Santa Marta
The price is S$85 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
S$85
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Staff: they're really kind and they always do their best to accommodate your needs (ps: they don't speak English) Room: modest, good for 1 or 2 nights max Breakfast: good"

Reviewed on 10 Mar,2025

MuchoSur Santa Marta
Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina
Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina
4 out of 5
Calle 12 # 3-40, Centro Histórico, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is S$80 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
S$80
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (335 reviews)
"Perfect location to visit the little town, all walking distance"

Reviewed on 1 Mar,2025

Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina
Hotel Catedral Plaza
Hotel Catedral Plaza
3 out of 5
Calle 16 N 5-17, Santa Marta
The price is S$103 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
S$103
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (214 reviews)
"Very nice people and very comfortable"

Reviewed on 20 Aug,2024

Hotel Catedral Plaza
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Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Centro

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

Historic Center

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

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Norte

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Norte
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Pueblito

Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

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Barrio Alambique

While there might not be top attractions in Barrio Alambique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de los Novios and Bahia de Santa Marta.

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Barrio Miraflores

While Barrio Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral.

Barrio Miraflores
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San Martín

While San Martín may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

San Martín

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