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Santa Marta's Natural Wonders and Culinary Delights Itinerary
Last updated: 2024 Jun 14Exploring the City's History and Cuisine
Morning
Start your journey with a delightful breakfast at Lulo Café Bar, known for its fresh and local ingredients. Afterward, take a leisurely walk through the Santa Marta Historic Center (Centro Historico de Santa Marta), the heart of the city where you can admire the colonial architecture and learn about the history of the area.
Afternoon
For lunch, head to La Plaza Santa Marta, a restaurant with a wide variety of local and international dishes. Afterward, visit the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, a historical site where the South American liberator Simón Bolívar spent his last days. Explore the gardens and the museum to learn about the region's history and its ties to the independence movement.
Evening
Enjoy a relaxed dinner at La cocoteria, a cozy spot with a menu featuring fresh seafood and tropical flavors. Afterward, take a stroll along the beach at El Rodadero, a popular spot for both locals and tourists, and immerse yourself in the vibrant evening atmosphere.
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Underwater Wonders and Local Eats
Morning
Fuel up for the day with breakfast at Viajo Cocina & Bar, known for its fusion cuisine. Then, embark on an underwater adventure at the Marine World Aquarium (Mundo Marino Acuario). Explore the diverse marine life and learn about conservation efforts in the region.
Afternoon
For lunch, head to Gringo Cantina (Santa Marta) for a laid-back atmosphere and a menu of Mexican-inspired dishes. Afterward, spend a relaxing afternoon at Playa Blanca, soaking up the sun and enjoying the pristine white sand beach.
Evening
Dine at Bohemian Brunch, Restaurante y Disco santa marta, a restaurant with a bohemian vibe and a menu that combines local ingredients with international flavors. After dinner, enjoy the live music and dance the night away.
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Cultural Treasures and Culinary Delights
Morning
Start your day with breakfast at Blue Restaurant Bar, offering a panoramic view of the city. Then, visit the Tayrona Gold Museum (Museo del Oro Tairona) to learn about the indigenous cultures that once inhabited the region and their intricate goldwork.
Afternoon
Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Restaurante Puerto Madero Santa Marta, known for its waterfront dining and fresh seafood. Afterward, take a trip to the nearby town of Taganga , a small fishing village with a relaxed atmosphere. Explore the local shops and enjoy the coastal views.
Evening
For dinner, indulge in the steaks at Porthos Steakhouse & Pub, a restaurant with a cozy ambiance. Afterward, head to Nabusimake, the spiritual and political center of the Arhuaco indigenous people, located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Experience their culture and traditions through a guided tour.
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Mountains, Museums, and Mouthwatering Meals
Morning
Begin your day with breakfast at The Cartel Steak House, known for its bold flavors and stylish setting. Afterward, take a scenic drive to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Explore the park's diverse ecosystems, including cloud forests and snow-capped peaks.
Afternoon
Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the natural beauty of the park. Alternatively, if you prefer a sit-down meal, Atlantis Video Bar - Restaurante offers a casual dining experience with a variety of dishes to choose from. After lunch, visit the Tayrona National Park (Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona), known for its stunning beaches and coastal rainforest.
Evening
Return to Santa Marta for dinner at Marrakech Restaurant and Bar, where you can savor the flavors of North Africa in a vibrant setting. Afterward, take a guided tour of the Crystal Beach (Playa Cristal), a hidden gem with crystal-clear waters and excellent snorkeling opportunities.
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Day of Relaxation and Reflection
Morning
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at El Punto Marino, a beachfront restaurant with a laid-back atmosphere. After breakfast, spend the morning at Playa Brava, a secluded beach known for its wild beauty. Take a book, relax, and let the sound of the waves wash away any remaining stress.
Afternoon
For lunch, Caribbean Team offers a menu of Caribbean-inspired dishes in a casual setting. Afterward, take a short hike to the Cascades of Marinka (Cascadas de Marinka)}, where you can cool off in the refreshing waters and enjoy the surrounding jungle scenery.
Evening
Dine at Tarjeta Roja Santa Marta, a restaurant with a sports bar atmosphere and a menu of hearty favorites. After dinner, take a quiet evening stroll along the Beach of Love (Playa del Amor), known for its romantic setting and beautiful sunsets.
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Day of Discovery and Gastronomy
Morning
Start your day with breakfast at La Casona Restaurante Pizzeria, a charming spot with a menu that includes both local and international options. After breakfast, visit the Carlos El Pibe Valderrama Statue, a tribute to one of Colombia's most beloved soccer players. Take a photo with the iconic statue and learn about Valderrama's legacy.
Afternoon
For lunch, Hollywood Bar Restaurante offers a fun and lively atmosphere with a menu of pub favorites. Afterward, take a guided tour of the Ciudad Perdida (Lost City), an ancient archaeological site nestled in the jungle. Learn about the history of the site and the indigenous cultures that once thrived there.
Evening
Dine at BK, a modern restaurant with a menu that focuses on local ingredients and flavors. After dinner, relax at Parque de Los Novios, a popular park in the city center where you can people-watch and enjoy the evening ambiance.
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Day of Adventure and Evening Elegance
Morning
Enjoy breakfast at BeerTown, a brewery and restaurant known for its craft beers and hearty breakfast options. Afterward, gear up for a thrilling morning of Paragliding in Santa Marta. Soar above the city and coastline, taking in breathtaking views and the rush of adrenaline.
Afternoon
After your exhilarating flight, refuel with lunch at Restaurante LamArt, a sophisticated spot with a menu that combines art and gastronomy. Spend the rest of the afternoon at Canaveral Beach (Playa de Canaveral), a serene stretch of sand where you can relax and unwind.
Evening
Dress up for a sophisticated dinner at Blue Restaurant Bar, where you can enjoy fine dining and a selection of premium wines. Afterward, indulge in the vibrant nightlife of Santa Marta at Carrera 3, a street lined with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
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Day of Local Flavors and Hidden Gems
Morning
Start your day with breakfast at La cocoteria, where you can enjoy a variety of tropical fruits and fresh juices. After breakfast, take a guided tour to Don Diego River (Rio Don Diego), where you can explore the lush jungle, swim in natural pools, and learn about the local flora and fauna.
Afternoon
For lunch, Gringo Cantina (Santa Marta) offers a laid-back atmosphere and a menu of Mexican-inspired dishes. Afterward, visit the Minca, a charming mountain town known for its coffee and cool climate. Explore the town's coffee farms, waterfalls, and hiking trails.
Evening
Dine at Bohemian Brunch, Restaurante y Disco santa marta, a restaurant with a bohemian vibe and a menu that combines local ingredients with international flavors. After dinner, enjoy a live music performance at La Brisa Loca, a popular bar and cultural hub in Santa Marta.
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Day of Relaxation and Reflection
Morning
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at El Punto Marino, a beachfront restaurant with a laid-back atmosphere. After breakfast, spend the morning at Playa Brava, a secluded beach known for its wild beauty. Take a book, relax, and let the sound of the waves wash away any remaining stress.
Afternoon
For lunch, Caribbean Team offers a menu of Caribbean-inspired dishes in a casual setting. Afterward, take a short hike to the Cascades of Marinka (Cascadas de Marinka)}, where you can cool off in the refreshing waters and enjoy the surrounding jungle scenery.
Evening
Dine at Tarjeta Roja Santa Marta, a restaurant with a sports bar atmosphere and a menu of hearty favorites. After dinner, take a quiet evening stroll along the Beach of Love (Playa del Amor), known for its romantic setting and beautiful sunsets.
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Day of Discovery and Gastronomy
Morning
Start your day with breakfast at La Casona Restaurante Pizzeria, a charming spot with a menu that includes both local and international options. After breakfast, visit the Carlos El Pibe Valderrama Statue, a tribute to one of Colombia's most beloved soccer players. Take a photo with the iconic statue and learn about Valderrama's legacy.
Afternoon
For lunch, Hollywood Bar Restaurante offers a fun and lively atmosphere with a menu of pub favorites. Afterward, take a guided tour of the Ciudad Perdida (Lost City), an ancient archaeological site nestled in the jungle. Learn about the history of the site and the indigenous cultures that once thrived there.
Evening
Dine at BK, a modern restaurant with a menu that focuses on local ingredients and flavors. After dinner, relax at Parque de Los Novios, a popular park in the city center where you can people-watch and enjoy the evening ambiance.
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Day of Adventure and Evening Elegance
Morning
Enjoy breakfast at BeerTown, a brewery and restaurant known for its craft beers and hearty breakfast options. Afterward, gear up for a thrilling morning of Paragliding in Santa Marta. Soar above the city and coastline, taking in breathtaking views and the rush of adrenaline.
Afternoon
After your exhilarating flight, refuel with lunch at Restaurante LamArt, a sophisticated spot with a menu that combines art and gastronomy. Spend the rest of the afternoon at Canaveral Beach (Playa de Canaveral), a serene stretch of sand where you can relax and unwind.
Evening
Dress up for a sophisticated dinner at Blue Restaurant Bar, where you can enjoy fine dining and a selection of premium wines. Afterward, indulge in the vibrant nightlife of Santa Marta at Carrera 3, a street lined with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
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Day of Local Flavors and Hidden Gems
Morning
Start your day with breakfast at La cocoteria, where you can enjoy a variety of tropical fruits and fresh juices. After breakfast, take a guided tour to Don Diego River (Rio Don Diego), where you can explore the lush jungle, swim in natural pools, and learn about the local flora and fauna.
Afternoon
For lunch, Gringo Cantina (Santa Marta) offers a laid-back atmosphere and a menu of Mexican-inspired dishes. Afterward, visit the Minca, a charming mountain town known for its coffee and cool climate. Explore the town's coffee farms, waterfalls, and hiking trails.
Evening
Dine at Bohemian Brunch, Restaurante y Disco santa marta, a restaurant with a bohemian vibe and a menu that combines local ingredients with international flavors. After dinner, enjoy a live music performance at La Brisa Loca, a popular bar and cultural hub in Santa Marta.
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Day of Relaxation and Reflection
Morning
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at El Punto Marino, a beachfront restaurant with a laid-back atmosphere. After breakfast, spend the morning at Playa Brava, a secluded beach known for its wild beauty. Take a book, relax, and let the sound of the waves wash away any remaining stress.
Afternoon
For lunch, Caribbean Team offers a menu of Caribbean-inspired dishes in a casual setting. Afterward, take a short hike to the Cascades of Marinka (Cascadas de Marinka)}, where you can cool off in the refreshing waters and enjoy the surrounding jungle scenery.
Evening
Dine at Tarjeta Roja Santa Marta, a restaurant with a sports bar atmosphere and a menu of hearty favorites. After dinner, take a quiet evening stroll along the Beach of Love (Playa del Amor), known for its romantic setting and beautiful sunsets.
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Day of Discovery and Gastronomy
Morning
Start your day with breakfast at La Casona Restaurante Pizzeria, a charming spot with a menu that includes both local and international options. After breakfast, visit the Carlos El Pibe Valderrama Statue, a tribute to one of Colombia's most beloved soccer players. Take a photo with the iconic statue and learn about Valderrama's legacy.
Afternoon
For lunch, Hollywood Bar Restaurante offers a fun and lively atmosphere with a menu of pub favorites. Afterward, take a guided tour of the Ciudad Perdida (Lost City), an ancient archaeological site nestled in the jungle. Learn about the history of the site and the indigenous cultures that once thrived there.
Evening
Dine at BK, a modern restaurant with a menu that focuses on local ingredients and flavors. After dinner, relax at Parque de Los Novios, a popular park in the city center where you can people-watch and enjoy the evening ambiance.
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Day of Adventure and Evening Elegance
Morning
Enjoy breakfast at BeerTown, a brewery and restaurant known for its craft beers and hearty breakfast options. Afterward, gear up for a thrilling morning of Paragliding in Santa Marta. Soar above the city and coastline, taking in breathtaking views and the rush of adrenaline.
Afternoon
After your exhilarating flight, refuel with lunch at Restaurante LamArt, a sophisticated spot with a menu that combines art and gastronomy. Spend the rest of the afternoon at Canaveral Beach (Playa de Canaveral), a serene stretch of sand where you can relax and unwind.
Evening
Dress up for a sophisticated dinner at Blue Restaurant Bar, where you can enjoy fine dining and a selection of premium wines. Afterward, indulge in the vibrant nightlife of Santa Marta at Carrera 3, a street lined with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
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