What to do and see in Santa Marta, Magdalena Department: The Best Sights & Landmarks

January 7, 2022 Fernanda Pittenger

The oldest city in Colombia, romantic Santa Marta is fringed by beautiful beaches and the stunning mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta range. Ancient ruins take cover in the lush mangrove forests of Tayrona National Park, the perfect spot for a day hike. Snorkel along vibrant reefs, then make your way to a café for a multicultural meal that incorporates the flavors of Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe. When the sun goes down, the nightlife kicks up its heels in the bars and discos of the Parque de Los Novios.
Restaurants in Santa Marta

1. Ciudad Perdida

El Mamey Sierra Nevada, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality 470007 Colombia
Excellent
84%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1,782 reviews

Ciudad Perdida

Reviewed By JMSBellido

We just finished a 4 days trecking with Magic Tours Sta Marta and we really wanna thank the team Keilly, Saul & Rodrigo for the amazing experience we have got, well organised, warm people, good and healthy food for finally arriving to that wonder : The Lost City!!????, thanks Magic Tours we will come back for sure JM & Sindre.....1000 kisses

2. Iglesia San Jeronimo

Dg36 # 4 Mamatoco, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 4 reviews

Iglesia San Jeronimo

3. Casa Buena Cultura

Calle 14 7 40 Centro Historico, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality 470004 Colombia +57 300 4888423 https://www.facebook.com/Casabuenacultura/
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Casa Buena Cultura

4. Universidad del Magdalena

Carrera 32 No 22 _ 08, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality 470004 Colombia +57 5 4217940 [email protected] http://www.unimagdalena.edu.co/
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 26 reviews

Universidad del Magdalena

The University of Magdalena (UNIMAGDALENA) is one of the main higher education institutions of Colombia. Accredited for its high quality standards by the Ministry of National Education, it is a public university located in Santa Marta - a strategic port city in the Colombian Caribbean region - offering a wide range of established bachelor and graduate programmes, with research expertise and a tradition of public service. It is the oldest, largest and most comprehensive university in a State distinguished by its extraordinary natural, historical and cultural settings; as well as world-wide known for being the birthplace and literary backdrop of the Nobel Laureate Gabriel Garcia Marquez. UNIMAGDALENA offers 24 undergraduate and 23 postgraduate programmes (19 MSc and 4 PhD programmes) in the Faculties of Engineering, Life Sciences, Education Sciences, Health Sciences, Humanities and the Faculty of Managerial and Economic Sciences.

5. Parque de Los Novios

Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia +57 301 4558455 http://www.bogotaturismo.gov.co/parque-el-lago-de-los-novios
Excellent
37%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 1,690 reviews

Parque de Los Novios

Reviewed By Colombianresident - Santa Marta Municipality, Colombia

A square with benches and atmosphere. It is located in the center of town with access to may nice bars and restaurants.

6. Parroquia de Nuestra Senora de la Medalla Milagrosa

Carrera 19d # 28-40 Av. del Río, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality 470001 Colombia
Excellent
25%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 8 reviews

Parroquia de Nuestra Senora de la Medalla Milagrosa

7. Catedral de Santa Marta

Carrera 17 14, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality 470004 Colombia +57 315 6782845 http://www.cec.org.co/jurisdicciones/di%C3%B3cesis/di%C3%B3cesis-de-santa-marta
Excellent
32%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 656 reviews

Catedral de Santa Marta

Reviewed By leonardor617

Located in the Historical District of Santa Marta...white building from XVIII century... used to be the tomb of Simon Bolivar... there are quite interesting histories on the casket of Bolivar being subject to strange adventures while some opponents trying to take it and send to the sea to destroy the simbol...surrounded by landmark buildings

8. Iglesia de San Francisco de Asis

Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia http://www.franciscanos.co/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=61&Itemid=46
Excellent
28%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
32%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 68 reviews

Iglesia de San Francisco de Asis

9. Paseo El Camellon

Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
Excellent
30%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 204 reviews

Paseo El Camellon

Reviewed By Nicorr88 - Cali, Colombia

This "apseo" is a great place to walk and enjoy the more turistic part of the city. You can see some sculptures allusive to the native Tayrona Tribe and take good pictures. The real magic of this place are the sunsets, you can literally see the sun go down and set on the horizon but while your doing this you will see the sky change colors and the water mimic it. Tootally worth it!

10. Centro Historico de Santa Marta

Cra. 24 Av.del Ferrocarril, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
Excellent
40%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 85 reviews

Centro Historico de Santa Marta

Reviewed By John_smith110 - Montreal, Canada

From having spent time in Cartagena and Santa Marta, I would have to say that I much prefer Santa Marta. Cartagena has superior architecture, very nice restaurants and better museums; which are great to experience for a weekend. Cartagena's Centro Historico is very scenic, with walks along the harbor and beaches, a huge variety of restaurants, and many more casual options that aren't overrun with tourists. It has a nice relaxed vibe and you can for sure find any type of food or style that you are looking for. Meals and especially drinks are very inexpensive.

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