Barrio Centro

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

Popular places to visit

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

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 featuring heritage elements and a church or cathedral

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 enjoy some culture when you stop by Tairona Gold Museum 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

Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo

Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo

€25
Per adult
Playa Blanca Con Almuerzo
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

€53
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Santa Marta: Cultural and Historical City Tour

Full Day Tour Santa Marta and Barranquilla from Cartagena

€77
Per adult
Full Day Tour Santa Marta and Barranquilla from Cartagena
Cristal Beach

Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach

€61
Per adult
Tayrona Park - Cristal Beach
Natural National Park Tayrona

Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)

€133
Per adult
Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour

€40
Per adult
Palomino: Palomino River Tubing and Hiking Tour
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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 €44 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
€44
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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! (93 reviews)
"The stay was excellent and acomadating"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2024

Bonita Bay Concept Hotel by Xarm Hotels
Hotel Boutique Don Pepe
Hotel Boutique Don Pepe
4 out of 5
Calle 16 No 1c - 92, Barrio Centro, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is €158 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
€158
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tayrona National Natural Park and Rodadero ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (103 reviews)
Best Hotel in Colombia
"Everything was amazijg, service, the room, the people..wow one of the best hotel stays i have ever had"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

Hotel Boutique Don Pepe
Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina
Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina
4 out of 5
Calle 12 # 3-40, Centro Histórico, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is €46 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
€46
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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! (320 reviews)
"Very attentive & helpful staff, well maintained and clean. Beautiful property with plants, small pools and an area to do yoga. Convenient location in the historic district close to all the neat restaurants and cafes. Our rooms was spacious. We loved our stay and would return! :)"

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024

Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina
The Orange House
The Orange House
3 out of 5
Cl. 16 #2 - 39, Centro, Santa Marta, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is €47 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€47
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (19 reviews)
I would go back
"The staff was very helpful and the location convenient. There was loud music from a club nearby one night, but they ended at midnight."

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

The Orange House
Hotel Catedral Plaza
Hotel Catedral Plaza
3 out of 5
Calle 16 N 5-17, Santa Marta
The price is €63 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
€63
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (205 reviews)
"Very nice people and very comfortable"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2024

Hotel Catedral Plaza
Alko Hotel Cotona
Alko Hotel Cotona
3.5 out of 5
carrera 2 No. 20-63, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is €56 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
€56
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 Rodadero ...
9/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews)
"Everything is clean and on point. Warm shower, Netflix ready tv, free water bottles and a mini fridge. Sure, maybe unnecessary luxuries for some, but it’s nice if you can get a good deal. Pool and jacuzzi are in excellent condition and always clean. Staff is also really nice."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2024

Alko Hotel Cotona
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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.

Pueblito
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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.

Barrio Alambique
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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

Barrio Centro

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