Santa Marta Historic Center Bike Tour
by Rent Bike Santa Marta
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Santa Marta is one of Colombia’s oldest cities, known for its colonial buildings and coastal views. This two-hour bike tour covers the historic center, visiting key landmarks along quiet streets. Participants will use bicycles and be guided throughout the route. The tour begins at Plaza Parque Simon Bolivar, a central square featuring a statue of the South American liberator and a distinctive four-faced fountain. The ride continues to the Museo del Oro Tairona housed in the former Customs House, which also served as Simón Bolívar’s resting place after his death in 1830. Next, the route passes Parque Camellon Rodrigo de Bastidas, a promenade with views of the bay and a statue honoring the city’s founder. At Marina Santa Marta, a modern harbor established in 2009, riders see luxury yachts and ocean views. A stop follows at a nearby calm beach lined with coconut trees, offering a quiet spot away from the city bustle. The tour proceeds to Parque de Los Novios, a lively park surrounded by historic buildings and restaurants, popular for social gatherings. Then it visits the San Miguel cemetery and park, known for its old tombs and peaceful atmosphere. The final stop is at the Catedral de Santa Marta, Colombia’s oldest cathedral dating from 1766, notable for its connections to Simón Bolívar and Rodrigo de Bastidas. Bottled water is provided during the tour.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Plaza Parque Simon Bolivar
This central square is named after Simón Bolívar, the liberator of South America. It features a statue of Bolívar and a unique fountain with four faces. Historically, it's the heart of the city, surrounded by important buildings like the Banco de la República and the Customs House.
15 min
Museo del Oro Tairona - Casa de la Aduana
One of the oldest buildings in Santa Marta, it was originally the Customs House. It later became the resting place for Simón Bolívar’s body after his death in 1830. Today, it’s a museum showcasing the heritage of the indigenous Tairona culture.
15 min
Parque Camellon Rodrigo de Bastidas
This promenade offers views of the bay and is marked by a statue of Rodrigo de Bastidas, the founder of Santa Marta. Nearby, El Morro, a small hill, stands as a natural landmark guarding the entrance to the bay.
15 min
Marina Santa Marta
A modern harbor built in 2009, it serves luxury yachts and boats, offering nautical services and ocean views. It is among the most advanced marinas in the Caribbean.
15 min
Beach near city center
This peaceful beach, known for its calm atmosphere and coconut trees, offers a quieter alternative to the busy city area.
15 min
Parque de Los Novios
A popular park surrounded by historic buildings and restaurants where locals and visitors gather for nightlife and social events.
15 min
San Miguel Cemetery and Park
A historic cemetery and park with old tombs and mausoleums, providing a quiet place reflecting the city’s past.
15 min
Catedral de Santa Marta
The oldest cathedral in Colombia, dating back to 1766. It is historically significant as the temporary resting place of Simón Bolívar’s remains and the burial site of Rodrigo de Bastidas.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Santa Marta
- Minca Day Trip from Santa Marta: Waterfalls, Coffee Farm, Cocoa Talk, and Lunch
- Santa Marta 4-Day Hike to the Lost City with Pickup Included
- 4-Day Lost City Small-Group Hiking Tour in Santa Marta
- Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with Coffee and Cocoa Workshop
- Ciudad Perdida Lost City 4-Day Trek in Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta, Colombia
Santa Marta Historic Center Bike Tour
by Rent Bike Santa Marta
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$50Overview
Santa Marta is one of Colombia’s oldest cities, known for its colonial buildings and coastal views. This two-hour bike tour covers the historic center, visiting key landmarks along quiet streets. Participants will use bicycles and be guided throughout the route. The tour begins at Plaza Parque Simon Bolivar, a central square featuring a statue of the South American liberator and a distinctive four-faced fountain. The ride continues to the Museo del Oro Tairona housed in the former Customs House, which also served as Simón Bolívar’s resting place after his death in 1830. Next, the route passes Parque Camellon Rodrigo de Bastidas, a promenade with views of the bay and a statue honoring the city’s founder. At Marina Santa Marta, a modern harbor established in 2009, riders see luxury yachts and ocean views. A stop follows at a nearby calm beach lined with coconut trees, offering a quiet spot away from the city bustle. The tour proceeds to Parque de Los Novios, a lively park surrounded by historic buildings and restaurants, popular for social gatherings. Then it visits the San Miguel cemetery and park, known for its old tombs and peaceful atmosphere. The final stop is at the Catedral de Santa Marta, Colombia’s oldest cathedral dating from 1766, notable for its connections to Simón Bolívar and Rodrigo de Bastidas. Bottled water is provided during the tour.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Plaza Parque Simon Bolivar
This central square is named after Simón Bolívar, the liberator of South America. It features a statue of Bolívar and a unique fountain with four faces. Historically, it's the heart of the city, surrounded by important buildings like the Banco de la República and the Customs House.
15 min
Museo del Oro Tairona - Casa de la Aduana
One of the oldest buildings in Santa Marta, it was originally the Customs House. It later became the resting place for Simón Bolívar’s body after his death in 1830. Today, it’s a museum showcasing the heritage of the indigenous Tairona culture.
15 min
Parque Camellon Rodrigo de Bastidas
This promenade offers views of the bay and is marked by a statue of Rodrigo de Bastidas, the founder of Santa Marta. Nearby, El Morro, a small hill, stands as a natural landmark guarding the entrance to the bay.
15 min
Marina Santa Marta
A modern harbor built in 2009, it serves luxury yachts and boats, offering nautical services and ocean views. It is among the most advanced marinas in the Caribbean.
15 min
Beach near city center
This peaceful beach, known for its calm atmosphere and coconut trees, offers a quieter alternative to the busy city area.
15 min
Parque de Los Novios
A popular park surrounded by historic buildings and restaurants where locals and visitors gather for nightlife and social events.
15 min
San Miguel Cemetery and Park
A historic cemetery and park with old tombs and mausoleums, providing a quiet place reflecting the city’s past.
15 min
Catedral de Santa Marta
The oldest cathedral in Colombia, dating back to 1766. It is historically significant as the temporary resting place of Simón Bolívar’s remains and the burial site of Rodrigo de Bastidas.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Santa Marta
- Minca Day Trip from Santa Marta: Waterfalls, Coffee Farm, Cocoa Talk, and Lunch
- Santa Marta 4-Day Hike to the Lost City with Pickup Included
- 4-Day Lost City Small-Group Hiking Tour in Santa Marta
- Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with Coffee and Cocoa Workshop
- Ciudad Perdida Lost City 4-Day Trek in Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta, Colombia