Puerta de Hierro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Puerta de Hierro
Popular places to visit
Bocagrande Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Isla Grande Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkelling spots in this relaxing area.
Clock Tower
You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Rosario Islands Oceanarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in Rosario Islands Oceanarium during your travels in Rosario Islands. Amble around this relaxing area's beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.
San Felipe de Barajas Castle
After visiting San Felipe de Barajas Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cartagena. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Las Bovedas
You can enjoy retail therapy at Las Bovedas during your visit to Cartagena. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Cartagena Island Hopping : 5-Stop Rosario Island Tour with Lunch
5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach
Dinner Cruise Along Cartagena's Bay
Cartagena: Barù Island Playa Blanca with Lunch ALL INCLUSIVE
Full BILINGUAL CITYTOUR, Castle Entrance and Monuments
Our pick of the best Puerta de Hierro Hotel Deals
Hilton Cartagena
Updated room goodviews
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Cartagena
Pool is beautiful
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
ibis Cartagena Marbella
Great
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hotel Almirante Cartagena - Colombia
Yes
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
InterContinental Cartagena De Indias by IHG
Intercontinental
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
OZ Hotel Collection
Great stay, the staff were extremely hospitable and accommodating. The hotel is modern, spacious and only a few minute walk from the beach. While minor, my only complaint is that there are not enough elevators.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Puerta de Hierro
Las Americas
While Las Americas isn't home to many top sights, Promenade of La Castellana and Jaime Moron Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Manga
Travellers like the historical sites in Manga, and Port of Cartagena is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Castillogrande
Travellers like the beaches in Castillogrande, and Castillo Grande Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pasacaballos
While there might not be top attractions in Pasacaballos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cotecmar and Neo-Gothic Church Ruins.
Bocagrande
Bocagrande is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Rio Cartagena Casino and Plaza Bocagrande Commercial Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cartagena.
El Laguito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to El Laguito. A stop by El Laguito Beach or Bocagrande Beach might round out your trip.
