Has anyone been to Cartagena recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Transport tips
I was there in 2024 and had a decent time. Wondering if things have changed.
Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.
Cheers
Cartagena comparison: tourist areas vs local spots
Started by HalifaxHarry · 9 Mar 2026 · 1898 views
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This matches my experience. Cartagena is worth the trip.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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14 Mar 2026 at 22:38
This matches my experience. Cartagena is great value for money.
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16 Mar 2026 at 02:38
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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17 Mar 2026 at 19:38
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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19 Mar 2026 at 19:38
I was there in last month and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $120/day all-in.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
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21 Mar 2026 at 11:38
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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This matches my experience. Cartagena is great value for money.
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This matches my experience. Cartagena is great value for money.
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Quick question — how was the transport?
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I was there in February and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $150/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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