Cartagena Nightlife (Spanish guide)

Updated: 21 September 2026 · CABÚ Viajes, local operator in Cartagena de Indias (RNT 215668).

Short answer: Cartagena is a 3am city. Bars and clubs inside the walled Old Town and in Getsemani close at three, the night is walkable end to end, and the dress code turns groups away more often than the door price does.

This page is the Spanish guide for readers planning from Mexico, Colombia or Spain. The full English version, with the zones, the clubs, the hour-by-hour plan and what a night actually costs, is here:

Leer esta guía en español.

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Schedules

  • The party in Colombia starts and ends earlier, as the city's bars and clubs close at 3am.

Bookings

  • In high season, accessing these places without prior reservations can be complicated , and sometimes access for foreigners can be a challenge.
  • Our recommendation is to manage reservations in advance.
Cabina del DJ y pista llena en La Movida, discoteca del Centro Histórico de Cartagena

Bar and ROOFTOP

The move

An essential destination for nightlife in Cartagena, known for its quality music and festive atmosphere on Fridays and Saturdays.

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Gente bailando en La Jugada Club House, Cartagena

Disco & rooftop

The Play

From the same creators of La Movida, La Jugada Club House is a sophisticated and avant-garde place, inspired by the GATSBY vibe.

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Pista y luces del club Seven7times en Getsemaní, Cartagena

DISCO & ROOFTOP

seven7times

A disco club that offers 5 spaces where you can live different experiences. It is located in Getsemaní, Calle Media Luna #9-79, Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.

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Atardecer desde la terraza del Café del Mar, sobre la muralla de Cartagena

Ideal terrace to watch the sunset

Sea Coffee

A Music Bar & Restaurant in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, known for its chill-out rhythms and spectacular views of the Caribbean sunset.

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Patio colonial iluminado de Casa Bohême (antes Casa Cruxada), junto a la Plaza Santo Domingo

RESTAURANT & DISCOETCA

Cruxed House

A regenerative gastronomic and nightlife initiative. It is an ideal place for electronic party lovers, located in Plaza Santo Domingo, Cl-35 N°3-30, Cartagena, Colombia.

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Terraza del bar El Barón en la Plaza San Pedro Claver de Cartagena

BAR & TERRACE

The Baron

Cafe & Cocktail Bar with a pleasant atmosphere on its terrace in the Plaza de Santo Domingo to enjoy cocktails.

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Interior de tres plantas del bar Alquímico en Cartagena, visto desde arriba

BAR & ROOFTOP

Alchemical

A concept that transports us to an ancient practice based on the transformation of natural processes to improve matter. It is located at Calle del Colegio, #34-24, Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Recognized as one of the 50 best bars in the world.

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Banda de salsa en vivo en la barra del Café Havana, Getsemaní

DISCO & RESTAURANT

Cafe Havana

A salsa bar that will immerse you in Latin rhythms and make you feel like you are in Cuba.

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Grupo vestido de blanco con velos y gafas de corazones bailando en una despedida en La Jugada, Cartagena

DISCO & ROOFTOP

THE PLAY

La Jugada is a three-level bar-nightclub in the historic center of Cartagena. Its first two floors immerse you in a party with reggaeton and crossover music, while on its rooftop you can enjoy a live DJ, signature cocktails and a good dance atmosphere.

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