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A 2024 Travel + Leisure city to visit, Cartagena should be on your must-see list for South America. Retaining it's Spanish charm yet decidedly Caribbean in it's vibe, Cartagena is a short flight from the US and a great spot to getaway for a long weekend. Beautiful old town, lively beaches, and islands off the coast providing a little bit of paradise.

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I spent two months traveling all around Colombia, from the Caribbean beaches in the north to the mountainous coffee region in the south. This guide includes all of my curated recommendations of the best hikes, beaches, waterfalls, restaurants, cafes, and nightlife. I include all of the popular tourist destinations but also some towns that are off the beaten path. This is the ultimate guide to everything Colombia...don't miss out! 

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Welcome to my Old Walled City culinary guide to Cartagena, where I invite you to embark on a culinary journey through the flavors of Cartagena, Colombia. Read on for which restaurant offers sunset views on the historic walls of this UNESCO World Heritage site, a café where you can enjoy Colombia’s most award-winning coffee, and the establishment named the best bar in South America (and the 9th best in the world). My recommendations are divided into three distinct categories: Restaurants, Coffee, and Cocktails. Consider all three for an unforgettable culinary experience during your visit to this enchanting city!

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The thought of exploring Colombia on your own as a (female) solo backpacker sounds a bit intimidating? You came across the right guide! Here you'll find tips on safety, budgeting, language, food and visa, as well as extensive info on all the main backpacker's hotspots, including hostels, activities, and food recs. Buen viaje!

Guide structure
1. Introduction 

2. Basic Colombia tips
- money
- language
- food
- visa
- safety
- moving around

3. Itineraries (2, 3, 4 weeks)

4. Destinations
- Cartagena
- Santa Marta / Minca / Tayrona
- Palomino
- Medellìn
- Guatapè
- Jardìn
- Bogotà
- Salento
- Cali
- San Gil
- The Amazon
- Tatacoa

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Café San Alberto Cartagena - Plaza Santo Domingo

Café San Alberto in Cartagena serves up the most award Columbian coffee. It offers a refined coffee with meticulously sourced beans from Quindío, and for those who want to do more than just taste these beans you can book tasting experiences at the shop. Whether enjoying a perfectly brewed cup or participating in a coffee tasting session, Café San Alberto delights with its rich flavors and commitment to showcasing Colombia's finest coffee traditions.

Coffee: Named after a legendary Colombian coffee farmer, Café San Alberto showcases a luxurious and elegant ambiance. Their coffee menu features meticulously selected beans and brewing techniques, allowing visitors to indulge in the rich flavors and stories behind each cup.

Chill cafe near the Botero statue if you need a cup of coffee. They have some of the best coffee in Cartagena and very attentive staff and fast wifi. 

Café San Alberto Cartagena - Plaza Santo Domingo

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