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10 Museums in Cartagena That You Shouldn't Miss
Cartagena, a gorgeous fishing village on Colombia's Caribbean coast, has excellent beaches, a historic old town (that's entirely walkable) and beautiful colonial architecture. It's also one of the safest places in the country, so it's no wonder it's a popular port of call for cruise ships. Need a break from exploring the cobblestone streets? Stop at an outdoor cafe for excellent pastries and people-watching.
Restaurants in Cartagena
1. Nara Antique Decoraciones
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
NARA is an antique shop and decoration,with an eclectic vision, that is, seek harmony , balance and character devices through elements from different eras and styles for each space. We have a selection of pieces from the early twentieth century and the '50s . 60s and 70s , as well as pieces from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries with the highest standards of design and impeccable workmanship
2. Museum A Moment of Fantasy
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
"Un Momento De Fantasía" - A moment of Fantasy- is a non-profit institution, founded by Socorro Gómez de París, on July 26, 2019 in the city of Cartagena de Indias, which was declared Historical and Cultural Heritage of The humanity by UNESCO in 1984. This museum has more than 1,000 exhibition pieces between dolls and toy cars dating from the middle of the 19th century to the 21st.
3. Caribe Jewelry Museum & Factory
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4.5 based on 1,873 reviews
Reviewed By Orovalley2001 - Tucson, United States
We were given a chance to make our own emerald necklace and purchase some at a great discount. The mockup of an actual mine was very interesting.
4. Casa Museo Rafael Nunez
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
This is the house where Rafael Nunez lived and died, a most illustrious Cartagenero who sat as president of Colombia at four different ocassions. Inside this house, fundamental ideas were born that later would create one of Colombia's biggest political reforms in the 19th Century: The Constitution of 1886. This was colombia's guideline document until 1991, year in which the current Carta Magna was signed.
Reviewed By PaulF460 - St. Petersburg, United States
Interesting airy house just outside the wall. Great furniture. Small park across the street. Small collage exhibit. Free.
5. La Presentacion Casa Museo Arte y Cultura
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4.5 based on 37 reviews
The most exciting cultural centre of the city with art gallery, art-coffee, hotel boutique and university, together in a magic and relaxing atmosphere.
Reviewed By Exploration555584
Summary: hidden gem, awesome courtyard, great, amazing coffee, must try limonada de café and soda de cafe. Support local artist by visiting gallery! We stumbled upon this jewel while searching for a food court. The grand entrance offered a glimpse at a beautiful courtyard with mature trees. Upon entering the peace and serenity of the courtyard along with the sound of trickling water from the fountain invited us to explore. I stumbled upon Oscar who is the barista at the café and he explained that the art gallery, courtyard and café was open to public and invited us to view the art. Once finished we went to the café which is located at a corner of the building and found Oscar tending to his cold drip coffee. He kindly explained the process and provided further information on what the café offers. We signed up for a coffee tasting the next day. The experience was great! Oscar is a super knowledgeable barista and left us with a lot of information on brewing techniques, roasting qualities, and how to really get the most out of a good cup of coffee. I highly recommend dropping by to experience a great atmosphere and learn about coffee. Lastly, the café has two amazing REFRESHING drinks which are patented and unique to this place. Limonada de café and café soda. Both great options to get your caffeine kick!
6. NH Galeria
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
7. Choco Museo
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4.5 based on 885 reviews
ChocoMuseo is the cocoa and chocolate museum, we're only in Cartagena. Th entrance is for free and you can learn with us a lot about cocoa and chocolate in Colombia and the world, also you can visit our artisanal chocolate factory where the magic happens and enjoy all our chocolate products that are prepared on site. Also we have chocolate workshops for all ages, for kids, family, old people, everyone!! if you are staying in Cartagena, if you are local or tourist, don't forget to visit us and ask for your custom WorkShops and have a really nice an unique experience.
Reviewed By dandd6
Definitely a great place to visit if you love chocolate...lots of free samples and knowledgeable staff.
8. Arte Getsemani
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By rdtofly - Canada, null
This is one of those wonderful places you stumble across while wandering through funky Getsemani. There is art for every taste and budget. While some of the paintings can be found elsewhere in the city, you owe it to yourself to browse and ask questions of the helpful staff.
9. Museo del Oro Zenu
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4.0 based on 2,231 reviews
Museo del Oro Zenú is part of the regional network of Museo del Oro, Bogota. It hosts the golden adornments of the Zenú people that lived in the Caribean plains two thousand years ago, and their ceramics, and it states that Zenues still live and preserve their way of living near Cartagena.
Reviewed By marcusc198 - Whitchurch, United Kingdom
This is a very good museum with a stunning display of gold artifacts, they are well displayed and definitely worth seeing
10. Museo de Arte Moderno de Cartagena de Indias
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4.0 based on 401 reviews
Reviewed By S3035BAnancym
Very interesting and varied works of art to view in a building that itself holds great architectural value.
