Boats docked near the coast line of Santa Marta Beach

Things To Do In Santa Marta Colombia

Stay Within Walking Distance Of The Best Local Attractions

Get to know Santa Marta – a vibrant, bustling seaside city in the Caribbean region of Colombia. Home to over half a million residents, Santa Marta showcases white-sand beaches, fascinating cultural landmarks, and great dining and nightlife. 

Located within walking distance of the downtown district, Best Western Plus Santa Marta Hotel places many of the city’s best attractions and activities within your reach. Relax by the bay, check out Tayrona Park, or indulge in a little retail therapy at a nearby shopping mall. You can also take a day trip to the quaint fishing towns of Palomino and Taganga. The possibilities are endless. 

The view from the sky of Palomino Beach with the coast line and green fields

Palomino Beach

Palomino is a small village near the Palomino River. Its crystal waters flow from the majestic Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain.

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Two fisherman boats at Taganga Beach and a mountain range

Taganga Beach

Head about 15 minutes out of Santa Marta to Taganga, a fishing village surrounded by mountains.

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A few white boats docked at Bahia Santa Marta and few buildings and a mountain range at the back

Bahia Santa Marta

Along the coast of Santa Maria is Santa Marta Bay, which feeds into the Caribbean Sea.

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A palapa hut in the mountain range at Tayrona Park facing the sea

Tayrona Park

Tayrona Park is the perfect spot for relaxation and sightseeing.

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