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9 Days in Santa Marta: A Tropical Adventure

Valeria Romero

Valeria Romero

21 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant city of Santa Marta in Colombia. Discover stunning beaches, explore historical landmarks, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable tropical adventure!

Trip to Santa Marta

Day 1Exploring the Heart of Santa Marta
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$8

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$ 6

Parque Bolívar
Compact public park featuring a monument to Simón Bolívar, with landscaped gardens & ocean views.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Parque Camellón Rodrigo de Bastidas
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Cerro Ziruma
Small, tree-covered mountain with hilltop vistas of Santa Marta Bay & Rodadero Beach.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 2Sun, Sand, and Culture in Taganga
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$48

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$ 3

Playa de Taganga
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
14 - 17 min

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Catedral Basílica de Santa Marta
Catholic church with a bell tower & an interior lined with religious paintings & statues.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Museo del Oro Tairona - Casa de la Aduana
Free, bilingual museum with 4 galleries & tours featuring the life & artifacts of indigenous people.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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$15
1 - 2 min

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Juan Valdez Café
La tienda de los caficultores colombianos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 3Paradise Found at Playa Inca Inca
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$41

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$ 3

Playa Inca Inca
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
19 - 23 min

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Bahía de Santa Marta
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Restaurante China Town
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$16
Day 4Beach Bliss and Nightlife in Taganga
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$37

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$ 3

Playa Grande, Taganga
Energetic ocean cove offering calm waters for snorkeling, boats, eateries & cliffside trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
21 - 26 min

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Parque de los Novios
Urban retreat with stately monuments & park benches, surrounded by a lively restaurant/bar scene.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Radio Burger Food & Drinks
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
Day 5Icons and Hidden Gems of Santa Marta
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$24

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$ 6

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
Monumento a El Pibe Valderrama
Colossal bronze sculpture portraying iconic Colombian former footballer Carlos "El Pibe" Valderrama.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Parque San Miguel
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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PARQUE DE LA EQUIDAD
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 6Family Fun and Nature Escapes
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$55

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$ 6

Acuario Mundo Marino
Indoor-outdoor aquarium with interactive swimming pools, shark feeding & educational exhibits.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$35
14 - 17 min

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Parque del Agua
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Parque de Cantilito
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
Day 7Sun-soaked Beaches and Sushi Delights
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$74

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$ 3

Playa El Rodadero
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
10 - 12 min

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Pozos Colorados Beach
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 8Art, History, and Culinary Delights
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$54

Bolivariano Museum of Contemporary Art
Airy museum housed on a hacienda compound featuring contemporary pieces from Latin American artists.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
Built in 1608, revolutionary leader Simon Bolivar's final home features a museum & botanical garden.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
7 - 10 min

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Subway
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 9Farewell to Santa Marta
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$0

Budget breakdown: $367 In total

Activities & Food:$341
Transport:$26