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One of Spain’s most historically interesting towns, Cartagena traces its roots back more than two millennia to 227BC. Today, the old and the new sit side by side as modern naval vessels and cruise ships populate the port, Roman remains are in abundance at every turn and major retail chains line historic plazas.
Don’t miss:
- Roman Theatre Museum - marvel at the excavated Roman theatre and learn about the restoration of this incredible space that was lost for centuries and only rediscovered in 1988.
- The Historic Quarter – view the ornate Baroque, neo-Classical and Modernist buildings dating from the 19th century when Cartagena prospered from mining and ship building
- Casa de la Fortuna – journey into the past and imagine life as a Roman with a visit to this Roman house dating from the first century BC but not discovered until 1971.
- Port of Cartagena – walk along Paseo de Alfonso XII to appreciate the scale of this extraordinary port, to which Cartagena owes both its past and present.
- Castillo de la Concepción – go back to medieval times with a tour of this fortification that enjoys spectacular views over the bay of Cartagena.
- Local tapas – treat yourself to some traditional tapas in one of the many typical bars and restaurants. Try Bodega La Fuente and Bar Sol
