Is Cartagena safe to walk around at night

[BoltonHessex]

Planning to stay in the Walled City or Getsemaní, do I need to worry after dark

 

[Youngstunna]

Stick to the main tourist areas (Walled City/Getsemaní central squares) and there's a huge police presence, but always take a taxi home after midnight.

 

[RobertGreen]

Stick to the main tourist areas (Walled City/Getsemaní central squares) and there's a huge police presence, but always take a taxi home after midnight.

The Walled City is extremely safe at night. It's heavily policed, well-lit, and always busy with tourists and street vendors. You can walk around there without worry until the early hours.

 

[MichelleCarter]

Getsemaní is safe in the main squares like Plaza de la Trinidad, but avoid walking the dark, narrow side streets alone.

 

[SteveAdams]

Stick to the main tourist areas (Walled City/Getsemaní central squares) and there's a huge police presence, but always take a taxi home after midnight.

Youngstunna is right about the police presence in the tourist zones. The key is to stick to the well-traveled, brightly lit areas within the walls. If you leave the Walled City or Getsemaní, definitely take a registered taxi, especially after 10 PM.

 

[WendyMitchell]

The energy in Getsemaní at night is amazing. Just be street smart and leave the flashy jewelry at the hotel.

 

[MarkRoberts]

I wouldn't worry about it too much. Cartagena is one of the safest cities in Colombia for tourists. The main concern is usually petty theft, not violent crime, so secure your phone and wallet.

 

[ChloeTurner]

After midnight, even if you’re only going a few blocks, take a taxi instead of walking. It’s cheap and the safest option.

 

[JasonPhillips]

The Walled City is extremely safe at night. It's heavily policed, well-lit, and always busy with tourists and street vendors. You can walk around there without worry until the early hours.

If you stay in the Walled City, you’ll be fine. If you’re staying in Getsemaní, just make sure your hotel is near the central plaza, as that area is constantly monitored and buzzing with activity late into the night. It's beautiful to walk around.

 

[AngelaCampbell]

If you stay in the Walled City, you’ll be fine. If you’re staying in Getsemaní, just make sure your hotel is near the central plaza, as that area is constantly monitored and buzzing with activity late into the night. It's beautiful to walk around.

Yes, I walked the Walled City walls at night for the views and felt perfectly secure. It's a very tourist-friendly place.

 

[DanielParker]

A good rule of thumb: If a street is completely dark and empty, don't walk down it. Otherwise, enjoy the evening atmosphere. The city feels very much alive after sunset.

 

[KellyEvans]

Avoid using your phone while walking, especially near the outer walls or gates. It’s the easiest thing for a motorcycle snatch-and-grab.