El Rodadero Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Rodadero
Popular places to visit
Rodadero Beach
This dynamic beach is one of the most visited spots in the area. Enjoy a variety of activities: sunbathe, swim, sail, dive and snorkel.
Parque de los Novios
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.
Ciudad Perdida
You can find out about the history of Santa Marta when you stop by Ciudad Perdida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Santa Marta Cathedral
Walk around the cathedral that holds the remains of the city’s founder and claims to be the oldest church in the country.
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.
Mundo Marino Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Mundo Marino Aquarium during your holiday to Puerto de Gaira. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Activities
Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!
Santa Marta: Minca Coffee, Cocoa, & Waterfall Full-Day Trip
Full Day Tour to Bahia Concha Beach in Tayrona Park
Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop
Full Tour of Tayrona Park with Swimming in Cabo San Juan
Our pick of the best El Rodadero Hotel Deals
Hotel Aguamarina
Hotel be La Sierra
Perla Roca Hotel Boutique - Beach Front
The location is beautiful, the food delicious, BUT: - the road getting there is unpaved and very bumpy for a good 10 yo 15 minutes - the hotel has NO hot water. This is not a temporary malfunction. It simply has cold tap water only - the wifi in our room, (through Starlink) was inop for our entire ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
The Garden Suites
Safe place to be I will recommend to have vice table and a cope of chairs in each room.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hotel Tamacá Beach Resort
Hotel Rodadero Dorado
Other neighbourhoods around El Rodadero
Los Cocos
While there might not be top attractions in Los Cocos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parque de los Novios and Santa Marta Beach.
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.
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 Santa Marta Beach.
Bello Horizonte
If you're spending some time in Bello Horizonte, Bello Horizonte Beach and Zazue are top sights worth seeing.
Historic Center
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 Theater might round out your trip.
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.
