A Day Out in Cartagena Port

The Port of Cartagena

Located in the Region of Murcia on the southeastern coast of Spain, Cartagena is a historic port city with a rich cultural heritage, making it an increasingly popular stop for cruise ships.

Modern Cruise Ship Port

The modern cruise port welcomes hundreds of thousands of passengers every year and the convenient location provides visitors with easy access to explore the city’s ancient history, beautiful architecture and vibrant local life.

So if Cartagena is one of the stops on your cruise, you’re in for a treat. Let’s take a look at all the best things to do in Cartagena and the top tours departing from the Cartagena Spain cruise port.

Cartagena is in my mind a bit of a hidden gem, often overlooked by most travelers coming to Spain. Both the port and city are much less busy than say Malaga Cruise Port or Barcelona Cruise Port.

Upon arriving at the Cartagena cruise port Terminal Juan Sebastian Elcano, you’re greeted by a stunning view of the city’s harbor, lined with sailboats and yachts.

The port offers various amenities and services such as tourist information, cafes, and souvenir shops for passengers to take advantage of before venturing into the city.

Sailing and Yacht Port

Marina Yacht Port Cartagena is one of the most popular destinations for sailing and yachting in the Mediterranean Sea. Located in the capital of the Murcia province and only a few kilometers away from the Mediterranean Sea, this marina offers 310 berths and unmatched views of the city’s skyline and its surroundings. It is the perfect place to dock your vessel and explore the stunning coast of Cartagena.

National Museum of Underwater Archaeology

A rich underwater archaeological heritage. Particular highlights include a collection of elephants' tusks with Phoenician inscriptions, unique in the world.

Amphorae, lead ingots, anchors... even a life-size model of a Roman merchant ship. This is just a part of the collection on display in this museum dedicated to the exhibition of objects found in underwater archaeological excavations. The visit offers a journey through the history of maritime activities, trading and transportation, with particular emphasis on the Phoenician and Roman times. There is also an outstanding collection of seven scale models of ancient ships, and even an exact replica of a galley ship.

Auditorium and Convention Center The Batel

There is a huge modern architectural designed auditorium right on the ports front, where you can view shows and concerts. http://auditorioelbatel.es/

A Day Out in Cartagena Port