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Things to Do in Cartagena

Explore the best things to do in Cartagena, including Roman sites, museums, harbour walks, historic plazas, coastal towers and military batteries.

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Roman paved floor and foundations inside the Augusteum in Cartagena

Augusteum

A small Roman monument in Cartagena that helps explain the city’s imperial cult.

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Batería de Cenizas military ruins and coastal landscape near Cartagena, view 1

Batería de Cenizas (Guns of Cenizas)

The Batería de Cenizas is a coastal artillery battery near Portmán, where two large guns once defended the Cartagena naval base and now stand as a striking historical landmark.

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Front view of Cabo de Palos Lighthouse beneath a clear blue sky

Cabo de Palos Lighthouse

Walk around the base of Cabo de Palos Lighthouse and take in broad views across the Mediterranean coast.

Cabo de Palos · Cartagena

Round stone tower beside the paths of Parque Torres at Concepción Castle
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Concepción Castle

Explore a medieval keep, Cartagena history displays and some of the city's best panoramic views.

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Roman Theatre archaeological site and museum in Cartagena, view 1

Roman Theatre (Teatro Romano)

The Roman Theatre in Cartagena is an impressive archaeological site dating back to the 1st century BC, showcasing well-preserved seating, stage, and decorative elements from ancient Roman times.

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Torre de Santa Elena overlooking the Mediterranean at La Azohía

Tower La Azohia (Torre de Santa Elena)

The Tower of La Azohía is a small coastal watchtower overlooking the bay, built to guard this stretch of coastline and now a simple local landmark with sea views.

La Azohía · Cartagena

Tours and activities in Cartagena

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