15 Best Places to Visit in Colombia in 2023

Being such a huge country, it’s difficult to narrow down this list to 15 of the best places to visit in Colombia. It’s a diverse country with an amazing coastline, incredible countryside, delicious food, and cosmopolitan cities. When it comes to things to see in Colombia, you’re completely spoiled for choice.

I spent three months exploring Colombia as a digital nomad and loved every minute of it. From the fascinating history to the friendly people and vibrant, welcoming culture, to the beautiful beaches and scenery, I definitely recommend adding Columbia to your list of must-see destinations.

I’ve prepared this guide to help you plan where to go in Colombia and give you a head start on creating an epic itinerary.

15 Best Places to Visit in Colombia

There are some brilliant places to visit in Colombia. I’ve put together this list of my favorites, to make sure you don’t miss any.

So, if you’re planning to travel to Colombia, check out my highlights below and have the most amazing time in this incredible country.

1. Cartagena

Cartagena is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Columbia, and it’s easy to see why with its Caribbean coast location providing beautiful, sunny weather.

In Cartagena, you’ll find the magical old town, which is a walled part of the city with cobbled streets and super Colonial architecture.

Just outside of the walled town, the hip and trendy neighborhood of Getsemani is full of hostels, hotels, street art, and cool bars and restaurants to explore.

For those looking for modern apartments, pools, and stunning views of the ocean, you also have Bocogrande as a location to consider.

While the beaches aren’t the best Colombia has to offer, its unique location on the coast makes it the perfect place for exploring the stunning islands of Colombia, (which also feature on this list). It’s easy to see why nearly all visitors stop in Cartagena when visiting Colombia.

Location: Cartagena is located on the northern coast of Colombia, on the Caribbean Sea.
Getting There: Cartagena has its own airport, so take an internal flight if you’re landing in the capital, Bogota.
Things To Do: One of my favorite things to do in Cartagena is a walking tour. Visit the Convento de la Popa, a monastery on the top of a hill with stunning views over the city, and head to Old Town to explore the gorgeous boutique shops.
Where to Stay: For a luxury stay in the heart of Old Town, check…