Tairona Gold Museum

Let me take you on a fascinating journey through the cobbled streets and hidden treasures of Santa Marta! I want to share with you a one-of-a-kind tour, where history, culture, and mystery intertwine to create an unforgettable experience. Get ready to discover the material and immaterial heritage of this vibrant city. The setup of our story begins in the heart of Santa Marta's historic center, where our expert guides in history, journalism, and anthropology from Colombia will warmly welcome you. They will be your passionate guides, eager to unveil the mysteries and stories that lie behind every alleyway and ancient building. Our tour is different from any other because we will immerse ourselves in the cultural richness of Santa Marta, exploring both its tangible and intangible heritage. It will be a journey of discovery that takes us through the centuries, allowing us to understand the evolution of the city while indulging in its most delicious flavors. This experience is not just a history tour—it’s also a culinary adventure! As we uncover Santa Marta’s fascinating past, we will taste some of the region’s most iconic dishes and exotic flavors. Places and Experiences on Our Enchanting and Mysterious Tour: Bolivar Square – We begin in this historic square, where we will uncover the legacy of Simón Bolívar and his impact on the city. Santa Marta Cathedral Basilica – We explore the colonial architecture and the hidden messages within its frescoes. Exotic Fruit Juice Stop – A refreshing break to taste freshly made juices from Colombia’s most exotic fruits, such as guanábana, maracuyá, and zapote. The Customs House – Dive into Santa Marta's commercial history, where trade shaped the city’s identity. Ceviche Tasting – We stop at a local spot to try a delicious Colombian-style ceviche, featuring fresh seafood and unique flavors. Parque de Los Novios – Discover the social and cultural heart of the city, filled with history, romance, and legends. Lulo Tasting Experience – We sample lulo in different preparations, from juices to artisanal infusions, learning about its importance in Colombian gastronomy. Tayrona Museum – Uncover the mysteries of the Tayrona civilization through their artifacts and traditions. Empanada Stop – Our final tasting invites us to enjoy crispy, golden empanadas filled with local flavors, a staple of Colombian street food.

The first place we visit on the tour is known as Casa de la Aduana or Tayrona del Oro Museum, the museum allows us to observe different pieces of pre-Hispanic and modern indigenous art. In this wonderful place we will talk about who the Taironas were and why they became extinct. On the other hand, as its name indicates, we will be able to appreciate gold pieces. The second place we visit on the tour is related to the independence of Colombia, its name is Plaza Bolivar, In every place and corner of Colombia there is some place related to the same name "Simon Bolivar", and here we explain a little of everything; pre-Hispanic history, history of independence, architecture, sculptures, etc. It almost feels like traveling back in time! Continuing, we visit the San Francisco square which is a very old place in Santa Marta, here you can appreciate the daily life and the local economy or well known as "rebusque" in the popular Colombian slang. In this place they talk about the pirate attacks related to the catholic religion in the Caribbean. After San Francisco square we head to the Cathedral square, this church is called the mother of all churches in Colombia, it is here where you will learn about the religious customs in Santa Marta and the spooky superstitions of the city. It's also the perfect place to appreciate the Arab, colonial and Renaissance influences - don't forget your camera! If you are a big fan of gastronomy, in this place we make you some recommendations about the typical dishes of the city and the restaurants you should visit in case you want to try them, it is a mix between colors and gastronomy, very interesting. After a delicious meal maybe you want to do a night activity, then you should go to "", here we talk about the nightlife of the city of Santa Marta, it is an ideal place to spend a night of romance or with friends, its name is not original "Parque de los Novios" and we will talk about it there. And finally, the juice place is the perfect place to talk about the typical fruits found in the Colombian Caribbean coast. Here we will give some explanations as a "fruit class" and we will taste one, remember that part of traveling is to try weird things by yourself. At the end you will be able to buy a 100% natural juice if you wish.

Immerse yourself in a unique adventure from Cartagena and explore two of the most emblematic cities of the Caribbean coast: Barranquilla and Santa Marta. This complete tour will take you to discover the best of each destination, from its natural landscapes to its cultural and historical richness. You won't have to worry about anything. This plan includes basic breakfast, lunch and a super complete tour in each city. Take advantage of your visit to Cartagena and select a day to go further. Reserve your place in the Caribbean Charm City Tour and live an unforgettable day exploring Barranquilla and Santa Marta! Departure is very early from 4AM and return to hotels at 9PM.

Explore the rich history and culture of Santa Marta with our City Tour. We start by picking you up at your hotel at 2:30 pm, from where we will take you in a traditional chiva. We will pass by the Troncal del Caribe and visit the Piragua Monument and the Water Park. Our first stop will be the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, a place full of history. We continue to the statue of Pibe Valderrama for a 15-minute photo session. Then, we head to the historic center to visit the Gold Museum, the Cathedral Basilica, the Parque de los Novios, the Zona Rosa, Bolivar Park, the historic bay of Santa Marta, the port area and the international marina. The return panoramic tour will allow you to visit the most emblematic neighborhoods of the city before arriving at Rodadero. Don't miss this unique opportunity to get to know Santa Marta in depth!

In this Santa Marta city tour you’ll experience the magic of the city. Trutly observe its diversity and learn why people say it makes all its visitors feel at home. In this walking tour, you will explore the history and traditions among its streets and houses. For instance, you’ll visit the Tayrona Gold Museum, Parque de los Novios, the Malecón, the Cathedral, and many other places. Of course, this experience includes refreshing traditional juices, and fruit tasting with locals. In a word, we have designed fun experiences for you, and a we make sure you’ll be with a very knowledgeable local guide for a great Santa Marta city tour. The journey starts when you meet our local guide at your hotel. From there you will head to Tayrona Gold Museum, where you will have a quick tour inside it. This is the first place to be built in the city by Spaniards and it is now a cultural site with the aim of rescuing and showing the indigenous ancestral heritage through their metalwork. Walk later to Bolivar Square Park and then to Rodrigo Bastidas’ monument. The first dedicated to the leader of South American independence, and the second honoring the Spanish founder of the city. Keep walking along the bay and get to “El Parque de los Novios” (the Lovers’ Park), the main park of Santa Marta’s downtown that comes alive every night when young samarios meet to dance and have fun. Keep strolling around and discover the main churches, parks, museums and colonial architecture houses as we get to the main Cathedral. Along the tour you will also have a food tasting stop, where there will be a chance to try a typical snack. The day will come to an end when our driver takes you back to your hotel.