Bavaria Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Rodadero Beach

5/5(1 review)

This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.

Rodadero Beach
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Parque de Los Novios

4/5(2 reviews)

Meet friends and share a few drinks at this plaza in the center of Santa Marta, where you’ll find restaurants, bars and vendors selling snacks.

Parque de Los Novios
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Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum

3/5(1 review)

Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum during your holiday to Santa Marta. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
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Ciudad Perdida

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Ciudad Perdida
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Santa Marta Cathedral

4/5(1 review)

Walk around the cathedral that holds the remains of the city’s founder and claims to be the oldest church in the country.

Santa Marta Cathedral
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Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Visit the 17th-century villa and art museum made famous as the place where the famous military leader Simón Bolívar died.

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Activities

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Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!

AU$101
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!
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Minca Full Day Tour

AU$91
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Minca Full Day Tour
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Door to door transportation Cartagena Santa Marta

AU$66
Per adult
Door to door transportation Cartagena Santa Marta
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Full Day Tour to Bahía Concha and Tayrona Park with Pickup

AU$38
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Bahía Concha and Tayrona Park with Pickup
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Full Day Marinka Waterfall

AU$113
Per adult
Full Day Marinka Waterfall
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Taironaka Culture and Nature - Private Tour

AU$257
Per adult
Taironaka Culture and Nature - Private Tour
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Our pick of the best Bavaria Hotel Deals

Hotel be La Sierra
Hotel be La Sierra
3 out of 5
Cra 1 N° 9-47, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$89 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$89
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a children's pool. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Mundo Marino Aquarium ...
8/10 Very Good! (306 reviews)
"I loved that it was right across from the beach and there were so many shopping opportunities!"

Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2024

Hotel be La Sierra
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
3.5 out of 5
Carrera 1C No. 24-04, Santa Marta
The price is AU$122 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$122
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (603 reviews)
"Nice hotel but gym facilities are limited. No weigh machines."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
4.5 out of 5
Carrera 3 No 142-60, Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$232 per night from 15 May to 16 May
AU$232
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (591 reviews)
"Relaxing, comfortable, excellent food"

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Hilton Santa Marta
Hilton Santa Marta
4.5 out of 5
Carretera 1 No. 114-77 KM 14, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$207 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$207
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Rodadero Beach and Bello Horizonte ...
7.8/10 Good! (146 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2024

Hilton Santa Marta
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
Mercure Santa Marta Emile
3.5 out of 5
Calle 115 No 2 39, Bello Horizonte, Santa Marta
The price is AU$117 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$117
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (565 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable room for the family. Close to the beach and walking distance from the mall."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2024

Mercure Santa Marta Emile
Irotama Resort
Irotama Resort
4 out of 5
Km 14 Via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
The price is AU$304 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$304
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Marta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (598 reviews)
"The food, the service, all the workers there are excellent!"

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Irotama Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Bavaria

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Barrio Alambique

While there might not be top attractions in Barrio Alambique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de Los Novios and Bahia de Santa Marta.

Barrio Alambique
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Pueblito

Though Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

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

Historic Center

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Center. A stop by Parque de Los Novios or Santa Marta Beach might round out your trip.

Historic Center
Historic Center featuring a city and street scenes

Barrio Centro

If you're spending some time in Barrio Centro, Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Centro
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Barrio Miraflores

While Barrio Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Cathedral.

Barrio Miraflores
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Norte

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Parque de Los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.

Norte

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