While Cartagena is known for beautiful weather and sunshine, you can't always trust Mother Nature to cooperate and you may find yourself caught in the rain. Luckily, there are lots of great activities that you can do even if the weather is a bit soggier than you anticipated.
While Cartagena is known for beautiful weather and sunshine, you can’t always trust Mother Nature to cooperate and you may find yourself caught in the rain. Luckily, there are lots of great activities that you can do even if the weather is a bit soggier than you anticipated.
- Visit some of Cartagena’s museums – History buffs will love the Palace of the Inquisition while art lovers will adore the Gold Museum and the Museum of Modern Art. Families will enjoy the Naval Museum where there are interactive displays and history exhibits.
- Hit the shops – Cartagena is full of little boutiques where you can get high quality clothes and accessories by Colombian designers. Find our recommendations for the best places to shop here.
- Take a class – Cartagena has long welcome creatives so why not take the opportunity to try out an art class, coffee tasting, cooking class or even a yoga class? You can even try dance classes to prepare for your next night out at the club.
- Hit the bars – Cartagena is known for its party scene and nightlife but that doesn’t mean that you need to wait for nighttime to hit the bars and pubs. Who knows an afternoon relaxing with a beer in a cozy bar may be just the thing you need. The great thing about going to a bar in the afternoon is that you can always get a seat and since the music isn’t very loud, you can spend quality time chatting with friends.