Things to do in Santa Marta

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Taganga Beach which includes a coastal town, a bay or harbor and a sandy beach
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Rodadero Beach featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a high rise building
Taganga Beach which includes a sandy beach, swimming and a coastal town
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino showing art and interior views

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Areas of Santa Marta

Rodadero Beach showing a coastal town, a hotel and a sandy beach

El Rodadero

El Rodadero is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rodadero Beach and Arrecife Shopping Center.

El Rodadero
Historic Center which includes a city, heritage elements and street scenes

Historic Center

Take a trip back in time as you explore the center of Colombia’s oldest surviving city, complete with colonial buildings and collections of indigenous gold and pottery.

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Los Cocos

While Los Cocos might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Santa Marta Bay and Parque de los Novios.

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Mamatoco

While Mamatoco isn't home to many top sights, Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and Tayrona National Natural Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mamatoco
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Norte

While Norte isn't home to many top sights, Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Bavaria

When in Bavaria, you can plan a visit to Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bavaria