Plaza de Bolívar
Plaza de Bolívar (Cartagena)
A shady central square in the Old Town, surrounded by the cathedral, the Palace of the Inquisition, and the Gold Museum.
This square was once the execution site in front of the Inquisition palace. Today it is a leafy plaza with an equestrian statue of Simón Bolívar, the Liberator, at its center. The cathedral, the Palace of the Inquisition, and the Gold Museum surround it, making it the hub for exploring the Old Town. Under the trees you can rest, and traditional dance performances and craft stalls are common. The palenqueras, women carrying fruit on their heads, will invite you to pose for photos and then ask for payment, so ask about the price beforehand.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Palace of the Inquisition
- Cathedral of Saint Catherine of Alexandria
- Museo del Oro Zenú
- Plaza and Church of Santo Domingo
- San Pedro Claver Church
- Naval Museum of the Caribbean
- Walled City & Clock Tower
- Museum of Modern Art of Cartagena