$2 vs $1 · Colombia vs Colombia
Colombia's Caribbean walled city. Pastel colonial streets, Rosario Islands ferry, salsa nightlife. Best for: Spanish colonial photos, Caribbean beach + history, salsa.
Full Cartagena guide →Colombia's city of eternal spring. Once Pablo Escobar's stronghold, now a Wired magazine cover for urban transformation. Best for: nomads, spring climate, cable cars.
Full Medellin guide →Medellin is the cheaper pick at $1 (vs $2). Saves $1 for food and activities.
Medellin is cheaper at $1 (vs Cartagena at $2). Saves you $1 on a $10 budget.
Both work great for backpackers.
Yes — both are in Americas. They combine well in a regional itinerary.
Colombia's Caribbean walled city. Pastel colonial streets, Rosario Islands ferry, salsa nightlife. Best for: Spanish colonial photos, Caribbean beach + history, salsa.
Colombia's city of eternal spring. Once Pablo Escobar's stronghold, now a Wired magazine cover for urban transformation. Best for: nomads, spring climate, cable cars.