Barrio Centro
Santa Marta
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Santa Marta Theater
You can make plans for a show at Santa Marta Theater during your stay in Comuna 2. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Simón Bolivar Park
Explore the great outdoors at Simón Bolivar Park, a lovely green space in Comuna 2. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Tairona Gold Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tairona Gold Museum during your travels in Comuna 2. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Customs House
Find out about the history of Comuna 2 when you spend time at Customs House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Natural National Park Tayrona (santa Marta)
From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour
Santa Marta: Minca Coffee, Cocoa, & Waterfall Full-Day Trip
Full City of Santa Marta Tour and its Charms
Top hotels in Barrio Centro
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Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Centro
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.
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.
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.
Los Cocos
While there might not be top attractions in Los Cocos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Marta Bay and Parque de los Novios.
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 Bay.
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 Theater.