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Roman Theater of Cartagena

Roman Theater of Cartagena

4.4
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The Roman Theater of Cartagena is a historic architectural marvel located in the heart of Rome, Italy, symbolizing the glorious era of ancient Roman civilization. As a cultural heritage attraction, it showcases the grandeur and exquisite craftsmanship of ancient Roman architecture while offering visitors an immersive journey through time. The theater is renowned for its semicircular seating and exquisite stage design, serving as a key venue for ancient Roman citizens to enjoy dramas, gladiatorial combats, and concerts. Today, visitors can stroll along its stone steps, sensing the passion and cheers of past audiences as if transported back to the grand performances of a thousand years ago. Beyond admiring the architectural beauty, this venue regularly hosts cultural events and live performances that recreate classic plays and music from ancient Rome, bridging the gap between modern and ancient times for visitors. For history enthusiasts and cultural explorers, it's an unmissable treasure. Additionally, the archaeological sites and museums around the theater offer visitors abundant exploration opportunities, showcasing numerous unearthed artifacts and historical materials that provide deeper insights into ancient Roman social life and cultural arts. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, history scholar, or casual visitor, this place delivers unique experiences and profound inspiration.Murcia · 3.1 km from Cartagena
Puerto de Cartagena

Puerto de Cartagena

3.7
5.0/5
1 reviews
Murcia · 3.4 km from Cartagena
Ilusiona

Ilusiona

3.5
Murcia · 4.2 km from Cartagena
Cala Cortina

Cala Cortina

3.4
Murcia · 5.3 km from Cartagena
Molinete Roman Forum Museum

Molinete Roman Forum Museum

3.4
Murcia · 2.8 km from Cartagena
Naval Museum Cartagena

Naval Museum Cartagena

3.3
Murcia · 3.2 km from Cartagena
National Museum of Underwater Archaeology

National Museum of Underwater Archaeology

3.3
Murcia · 3.4 km from Cartagena
Auditorium & Convention Center The Batel

Auditorium & Convention Center The Batel

3.3
Murcia · 3.5 km from Cartagena
Municipal Stadium Cartagonova

Municipal Stadium Cartagonova

3.3
Murcia · 1.8 km from Cartagena
Historical Military Museum of Cartagena

Historical Military Museum of Cartagena

3.2
Murcia · 2.5 km from Cartagena

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3 Tapas Cartagena (Spain) walking tour

3 Tapas Cartagena (Spain) walking tour

4.3/5
49 reviews
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13 days · Caribbean · Fort Lauderdale - Aruba - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Cayman Islands - Fort Lauderdale

13 days · Caribbean · Fort Lauderdale - Aruba - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Cayman Islands - Fort Lauderdale

4.9/5
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17D16N • Private South America Tour: Brazil, Argentina and Chile with Iguazu Falls, Patagonia and Easter Island

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17D16N • Private South America Tour: Brazil, Argentina and Chile with Iguazu Falls, Patagonia and Easter Island

Explore Brazil, Argentina and Chile with stops at Iguazu Falls and Easter Island. | Visit Perito Moreno Glacier, Torres del Paine and the coastal city of Valparaiso. | Hotels and local transfers are arranged for this route across three countries.
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Featured Culture & history in Cartagena

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Cartagena: Roman Theater, Forum, Castle and Panoramic Lift
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Cartagena: Roman Theater, Forum, Castle and Panoramic Lift

4.6/5
· 140 reviews
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Murcia Highlights Audio Tour: Baroque Splendor and Historical Treasures
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Murcia Highlights Audio Tour: Baroque Splendor and Historical Treasures

Duration: 3 hrs
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Orihuela Audio Tour: A Harmonious Journey Through History and Culture
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Orihuela Audio Tour: A Harmonious Journey Through History and Culture

Duration: 1 hr
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Top Alicante: Private guided tour with your mobile
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Top Alicante: Private guided tour with your mobile

Duration: 1.5 hrs
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Cartagena self-guided audio walking tour (10 stops, approx. 2 hrs)
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Cartagena self-guided audio walking tour (10 stops, approx. 2 hrs)

Duration: 2 hrs
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Elche Audio Tour: Elche's Cultural Pathway
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Elche Audio Tour: Elche's Cultural Pathway

Duration: 1 hr
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Cartagena : Roman Theatre Museum Entry Ticket
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Cartagena : Roman Theatre Museum Entry Ticket

4.7/5
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Alicante Highlights Audio Tour: Historic Heart and Coastal Charm
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Alicante Highlights Audio Tour: Historic Heart and Coastal Charm

Duration: 2 hrs
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Featured Day tours in Cartagena

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Cabo de Palos: Kayaking Sightseeing Tour with Snorkeling
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Cabo de Palos: Kayaking Sightseeing Tour with Snorkeling

4.8/5
· 5 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Free cancellation
From€35.00
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with a tapas menu option
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Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with a tapas menu option

4.9/5
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Duration: 1–2.5 hrs
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Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle
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Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle

4.7/5
· 27 reviews
Duration: 1 hr
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Alicante: Wine Route with Tastings and Appetizers - Small Group
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Alicante: Wine Route with Tastings and Appetizers - Small Group

5.0/5
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Duration: 3 hrs
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Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting
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Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting

4.8/5
· 459 reviews
Duration: 150 mins
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Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting & Tapas
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Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting & Tapas

4.5/5
· 48 reviews
Duration: 45 mins
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Featured Outdoor & sports in Cartagena

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Rafting in Almadenes Canyon and the Rock Art Cave
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Rafting in Almadenes Canyon and the Rock Art Cave

4.4/5
· 7 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Spanish
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From Valencia: Alicante City, Santa Cruz & Beach Day Trip
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From Valencia: Alicante City, Santa Cruz & Beach Day Trip

4.8/5
· 10 reviews
Duration: 10 hrs
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Torrevieja Private or Shared Yacht Cruise with Swim in the Sea
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Torrevieja Private or Shared Yacht Cruise with Swim in the Sea

Duration: 2–8 hrs
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Alicante, Torrevieja Hiking Tour with Snacks
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Alicante, Torrevieja Hiking Tour with Snacks

5.0/5
· 4 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
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Alicante: Spot the Mediterranean by E-bike
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Alicante: Spot the Mediterranean by E-bike

4.8/5
· 5 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
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Alicante City, Beach & Central Market with Sampling
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Alicante City, Beach & Central Market with Sampling

4.9/5
· 11 reviews
Duration: 2.5 hrs
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Alicante: Premium Tuk-Tuk Sightseeing Tour.
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Alicante: Premium Tuk-Tuk Sightseeing Tour.

4.9/5
· 45 reviews
Duration: 1.5 hrs
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Calasparra: Almadenes Canyon Rafting with Caves and Rock Art
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Calasparra: Almadenes Canyon Rafting with Caves and Rock Art

4.7/5
· 6 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
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Cartagena Cruises

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12 days · Caribbean · Miami - Jamaica - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Honduras - Belize - Miami

12 days · Caribbean · Miami - Jamaica - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Honduras - Belize - Miami

Cruise the Caribbean and enjoy colorful historic towns and coral shoals
4.2/5 · 20 reviews · 4 booked
MSC Cruises ·
MSC Poesia4
Depart from Miami
From EUR 674
15 days · Mediterranean · New York - Ponta Delgada - Malaga - Cartagena - Barcelona - La Spezia - Rome

15 days · Mediterranean · New York - Ponta Delgada - Malaga - Cartagena - Barcelona - La Spezia - Rome

Sail across the Mediterranean and the Atlantic and discover ancient wonders and modern metropolises
4.9/5 · 12 reviews · 6 booked
Royal Caribbean ·
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12 days · Caribbean · Miami - Jamaica - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Honduras - Belize - Miami

12 days · Caribbean · Miami - Jamaica - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Honduras - Belize - Miami

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13 days · Caribbean · Fort Lauderdale - Aruba - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Bahamas - Fort Lauderdale

13 days · Caribbean · Fort Lauderdale - Aruba - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Bahamas - Fort Lauderdale

4.9/5 · 8 reviews
Princess Cruises ·
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8 days · Caribbean · Colon - Cartagena - Oranjestad - Willemstad - Colon

8 days · Caribbean · Colon - Cartagena - Oranjestad - Willemstad - Colon

4.3/5 · 3 reviews
Royal Caribbean ·
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16 days · Mediterranean · Fort Lauderdale - Bahamas - Morocco - Spain - Barcelona

16 days · Mediterranean · Fort Lauderdale - Bahamas - Morocco - Spain - Barcelona

4.9/5 · 9 reviews
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15 days · Mediterranean · Cape Canaveral (Orlando) - Funchal - Cadiz - Malaga - Cartagena - Palma de Mallorca - Barcelona

15 days · Mediterranean · Cape Canaveral (Orlando) - Funchal - Cadiz - Malaga - Cartagena - Palma de Mallorca - Barcelona

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Group Tours in Cartagena

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4D3N • Cartagena: Living History, Palenque, and the Caribbean Sea

4D3N • Cartagena: Living History, Palenque, and the Caribbean Sea

Max. 15 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Culture, music, dance and boxing in Saint Basil of Palenque. · Private sailing and snorkeling in the Rosario Islands. · Walled City, Getsemani, flavors and colonial history.
From EUR 3,919
12D11N • Roots of the Caribbean: Sightseeing Tour of Valledupar, Mompox, Coveñas, and Cartagena

12D11N • Roots of the Caribbean: Sightseeing Tour of Valledupar, Mompox, Coveñas, and Cartagena

Max. 15 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Arawak culture — interaction with communities and ancestral worldview · Gastronomy — typical and fusion cuisine; corn-based dishes · Nature — foothills of the Sierra Nevada; Badillo and Candela rivers
From EUR 10,567
2D1N • Cartagena: 2-Day City Tour, Sunset Cruise, and Beach Day

2D1N • Cartagena: 2-Day City Tour, Sunset Cruise, and Beach Day

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Barú, welcome mojito, traditional lunch, use of facilities, insurance, and more. · Local bilingual guide during the city tour. · Round-trip transportation for the Cartagena city tour and Barú day trip.
From EUR 110
5D4N • 5-Day Cartagena Experience with Sunset Cruise & Street Food

5D4N • 5-Day Cartagena Experience with Sunset Cruise & Street Food

Max. 16 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Guided street food tour tasting authentic Caribbean flavors · Guided walking tour of the historic UNESCO Walled City · Sunset cruise across Cartagena Bay with skyline views
From EUR 1,072
10D9N • Colombian Caribbean: Sightseeing Tour of Cartagena, Barranquilla, and Santa Marta

10D9N • Colombian Caribbean: Sightseeing Tour of Cartagena, Barranquilla, and Santa Marta

Max. 15 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Enjoy a history talk and a cultural tour in Palenque · Enjoy a live performance of Afro-Colombian music and dance · Explore the Walled City and Getsemani on a private tour
From EUR 10,154
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What travellers say about Cartagena

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What are the must-do things in Cartagena?

Don't miss these attractions in Cartagena: Roman Theater of Cartagena, Puerto de Cartagena, and Ilusiona. If you like Culture & history, try Cartagena: Roman Theater, Forum, Castle and Panoramic Lift. If you enjoy Day tours, try Cabo de Palos: Kayaking Sightseeing Tour with Snorkeling.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Cabo de Palos: Kayaking Sightseeing Tour with Snorkeling, Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with a tapas menu option, and Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 5, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Cartagena is around EUR 15 – EUR 69.49. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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