Overview
The Naval Museum of the Caribbean occupies a roughly 3,500-square-meter historic building constructed in 1612 as a Jesuit school, which sat in ruins for over a century after the Jesuits' expulsion before being restored and opened as a museum in 1988. Exhibits cover Cartagena's maritime defense history, pirate raids, and colonial naval battles from the perspective of the Colombian Navy, using models, artifacts, and cannons. Located near San Pedro Claver Church on Plaza Santa Teresa, it fits naturally into a Walled City walking route. Adult admission runs about COP 24,000 (roughly 8,100 KRW), with student tickets around COP 10,000.
💰 Tickets
Adults COP 24,000 (approx. 8,100 KRW), students COP 10,000. Subject to change; please verify before visiting.
🎟️ Check ticket prices →Opening Hours
Daily 10:00-18:00 (09:00-18:00 during peak season); ticket prices subject to change, please confirm before visiting.
Travel Tips
Pair this with San Pedro Claver Church for an efficient route. Don't miss the courtyard displaying historic cannons.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Cartagena, Colombia from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Colombia on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
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Attractions near Museo Naval del Caribe
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Things to Do in Cartagena
Sunset Walk on the City Walls
Walk the 11km colonial walls as the sun sets over the Caribbean. The most popular stretch runs from Baluarte de Santo Domingo to Santa Catalina. Cap it off with cocktails at Café del Mar for the perfect evening.
Rosario Islands Boat Tour & Snorkeling
A day tour to the Rosario archipelago, about 1 hour by boat from Cartagena. Snorkel coral reefs, relax on white-sand beaches, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch in crystal-clear Caribbean water.
Getsemaní Salsa & Nightlife
Dance salsa with locals in Getsemaní's Plaza de la Trinidad under live music every night. Surrounding bars and clubs serve rum cocktails while you soak up the Caribbean passion of Cartagena after dark.