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A city with history oozing from its cobblestoned streets dominated by old forts and colonial-era architecture. From the beautifully preserved walls of the Old City to rainbow-coloured houses, Cartagena is a city that grabs your attention with its calm and gentle allure.
The Good
- 🎉 Good nightlife
- 🍜 Streetfood
- ☕ Coffee
- ☀️ Fantastic weather
- 🚀 Fast wifi
- 💸 Very affordable
- 🏝️ Nature & beaches
- 🤿 Scuba diving
- 🏄♂️ Surfing
- ⛱️ Great beach
The Bad
- 👮 Not the safest
- 🚘 Traffic
- 🗑️ Pollution
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more expensive than Colombia median
Cheapest out of 291 RoamRank places
- Cartagena is the most expensive place (out of 3) to live in Colombia
- The average salary in Cartagena is
- It's about 49% cheaper to live in Cartagena than it is Bangkok
- You can expect to spend around $1,048.84 per month living here
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- Prices are estimates and should be used as a guide only. We accept no responsibility for inaccuracies in data.
- Prices adjusted to reflect exchange rates as of 3rd Jun 2026
Safety
While Cartagena is generally safe for tourists, petty crime such as pickpocketing can occur, especially in crowded areas. It's advisable to stay vigilant and avoid certain neighbourhoods at night.
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