wanderbee Posted March 17, 2016 #1 Share Posted March 17, 2016 We are going to be in Cartegena on Saturday April 9, 2016 from 7 am to 1 pm. Everything seems to open at 10! Any suggestions on what to do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted March 19, 2016 #2 Share Posted March 19, 2016 As you don't have much time I would just 'do' the Roman theatre, which will take an hour or so,stroll down the main pedestrianized for a bit of shopping, then have a beer at the marina before returning to the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campolady Posted March 19, 2016 #3 Share Posted March 19, 2016 (edited) As you don't have much time I would just 'do' the Roman theatre, which will take an hour or so,stroll down the main pedestrianized for a bit of shopping, then have a beer at the marina before returning to the ship. You could add a trip up the panoramic lift to the castle area - great photo opportunities http://murciatoday.com/the-panoramic-lift-best-views-of-cartagena-and-a-great-place-to-photograph-the-port_3009-a.html If you don't like heights the Naval Museum is a good place to visit http://murciatoday.com/museo-naval-cartagena_11716-a.html A short walk from the cruise terminal is Chocolateria Valor - one of the homes of the famous Spanish Chocolate manufacturer Valor; sitting in its pavement café dunking Churros in delicious Hot Chocolate, or eating a wickedly calorific Chocolate cake or handmade bonbon is a 'must do' for us whenever we are in Cartagena! http://www.chocolateriasvalor.es/localizacion/chocolateria/murcia/cartagena/28 By the way, don't worry about the 10 a.m. opening - many shops in Cartagena open earlier on days that a cruise ship is in port - especially if it is sailing out early afternoon; they don't want to miss your trade! Edited March 19, 2016 by campolady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanderbee Posted March 22, 2016 Author #4 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Thanks for the advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosebuds Posted March 22, 2016 #5 Share Posted March 22, 2016 I posted this on another thread in reply to a question yesterday. To answer your question I would also add that the walk didn't take too long, and kept us occupied until everything opened: In Cartagena we followed Tom's Port Guide walking tour. We passed the Roman Forum and continued the walk until we came to the lift. Even if you don't want to visit the Roman Theatre, take the lift for €1 and go to the square at the top. Great views of Cartagena and the ampitheatre. Shortly after this we were back at the starting point of our walk. By this time the streets had come to life with music, market stalls and outdoor tables, so we visited the shops, cafes and walked some more. No need for an excursion here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanderbee Posted March 22, 2016 Author #6 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Thanks, I have downloaded Tom's Port guides to a couple of our stops now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISEBOY305 Posted March 22, 2016 #7 Share Posted March 22, 2016 You could add a trip up the panoramic lift to the castle area - great photo opportunities http://murciatoday.com/the-panoramic-lift-best-views-of-cartagena-and-a-great-place-to-photograph-the-port_3009-a.html If you don't like heights the Naval Museum is a good place to visit http://murciatoday.com/museo-naval-cartagena_11716-a.html A short walk from the cruise terminal is Chocolateria Valor - one of the homes of the famous Spanish Chocolate manufacturer Valor; sitting in its pavement café dunking Churros in delicious Hot Chocolate, or eating a wickedly calorific Chocolate cake or handmade bonbon is a 'must do' for us whenever we are in Cartagena! http://www.chocolateriasvalor.es/localizacion/chocolateria/murcia/cartagena/28 By the way, don't worry about the 10 a.m. opening - many shops in Cartagena open earlier on days that a cruise ship is in port - especially if it is sailing out early afternoon; they don't want to miss your trade! thank you so much for the info :D very helpful Do you think the punic walls and the roman theater will open early? I'll be stopping in Cartagena on a TA in April and we're there from 7am to 2pm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey@cruise Posted March 23, 2016 #8 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) You could add a trip up the panoramic lift to the castle area - great photo opportunities http://murciatoday.com/the-panoramic-lift-best-views-of-cartagena-and-a-great-place-to-photograph-the-port_3009-a.html If you don't like heights the Naval Museum is a good place to visit http://murciatoday.com/museo-naval-cartagena_11716-a.html A short walk from the cruise terminal is Chocolateria Valor - one of the homes of the famous Spanish Chocolate manufacturer Valor; sitting in its pavement café dunking Churros in delicious Hot Chocolate, or eating a wickedly calorific Chocolate cake or handmade bonbon is a 'must do' for us whenever we are in Cartagena! http://www.chocolateriasvalor.es/localizacion/chocolateria/murcia/cartagena/28 By the way, don't worry about the 10 a.m. opening - many shops in Cartagena open earlier on days that a cruise ship is in port - especially if it is sailing out early afternoon; they don't want to miss your trade! Thanks very much for the info, Campolady! We will check them out. Also good to know that the shops would open early but would they close for siesta? and what time would they close? Thanks again! It is so helpful to have a local to guide us travelers. Very kind of you. God Bless! Edited March 23, 2016 by monkey@cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campolady Posted March 23, 2016 #9 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) Do you think the punic walls and the roman theater will open early? I'll be stopping in Cartagena on a TA in April and we're there from 7am to 2pm Have never known the walls/theatre to open earlier than 10 a.m. Thanks very much for the info, Campolady! We will check them out. Also good to know that the shops would open early but would they close for siesta? and what time would they close? Would expect the main shops will still close for Siesta at 2 p.m. However, the smaller privately owned shops may well decide to stay open if your ship is in port after 2 p.m. Edited March 23, 2016 by campolady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey@cruise Posted March 23, 2016 #10 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Would expect the main shops will still close for Siesta at 2 p.m. However, the smaller privately owned shops may well decide to stay open if your ship is in port after 2 p.m. How long do the shops close for siesta? We hope to squeeze in some shopping while there. Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campolady Posted March 23, 2016 #11 Share Posted March 23, 2016 How long do the shops close for siesta? We hope to squeeze in some shopping while there. Thanks again! Siesta is generally from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. - the heat of the day. Shops then re-open until 10 or 11 p.m. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISEBOY305 Posted March 23, 2016 #12 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Siesta is generally from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. - the heat of the day. Shops then re-open until 10 or 11 p.m. I could use a siesta right now. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted March 23, 2016 #13 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Depending on what you want to buy, Carrey our and Mercadona do not close for siesta. Ideal if you are wanting to stock up on wine or snacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted March 23, 2016 #14 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Depending on what you want to buy, Carrey our and Mercadona do not close for siesta. Ideal if you are wanting to stock up on wine or snacks. I meant to say Carrefour but auto spell was not happy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted March 23, 2016 #15 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Depending on what you want to buy, Carrey our and Mercadona do not close for siesta. Ideal if you are wanting to stock up on wine or snacks. Should read Carrefour! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campolady Posted March 23, 2016 #16 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) Depending on what you want to buy, Carrey our and Mercadona do not close for siesta. Ideal if you are wanting to stock up on wine or snacks. Sorry - we never shop during siesta so didn't think of supermarkets staying open! Address for Mercadona in Cartagena is Plaza España, number 2. Carrefour is a longer walk at Calle Alfonso X111 number 63. There is also a Carrefour hypermarket out of town - much better choice of Wines - at the Espacio Meditterneo Shopping Centre but this would require a taxi ride. Edited March 23, 2016 by campolady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey@cruise Posted March 24, 2016 #17 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Thanks very much for all the information, everyone! Good to know that at least we can hit the supermarkets while the shops are closed. We will just have to time it so we can hit the shops at the right time. Thanks again! Suzie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zebra Posted April 4, 2016 #18 Share Posted April 4, 2016 (edited) Can someone please tell me how long it would take to walk from the port to the Roman Theater?? Also the directions to get there please. Edited April 4, 2016 by zebra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campolady Posted April 4, 2016 #19 Share Posted April 4, 2016 (edited) Can someone please tell me how long it would take to walk from the port to the Roman Theater?? Also the directions to get there please. 5 minutes walk. Just walk up from the port to the seafront, cross the road onto the main street and the Roman Theatre ticket office is one of the first buildings on your right opposite the Town Hall; well signposted so you can't miss it. You may find this kink helpful http://www.teatroromanocartagena.org/_jDgB8UCd51YgSeeupRXiuegfBe1r886K Edited April 4, 2016 by campolady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zebra Posted April 4, 2016 #20 Share Posted April 4, 2016 5 minutes walk. Just walk up from the port to the seafront, cross the road onto the main street and the Roman Theatre ticket office is one of the first buildings on your right opposite the Town Hall; well signposted so you can't miss it. You may find this kink helpful http://www.teatroromanocartagena.org/_jDgB8UCd51YgSeeupRXiuegfBe1r886K Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcnvcanada Posted April 5, 2016 #21 Share Posted April 5, 2016 Can you get to Murcia by public transit? We would like to do something different as we have been to Cartagena several times. We have eight hours in port. Any other suggestion would be most welcomed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pris993 Posted April 6, 2016 #22 Share Posted April 6, 2016 is the port walkable for seniors with reasonable mobility? Local taxis available? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campolady Posted April 6, 2016 #23 Share Posted April 6, 2016 is the port walkable for seniors with reasonable mobility? Local taxis available? Yes and yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campolady Posted April 6, 2016 #24 Share Posted April 6, 2016 (edited) Can you get to Murcia by public transit? We wouldlike to do something different as we have been to Cartagena several times. We have eight hours in port. Any other suggestion would be most welcomed. The bus service between Cartagena and Murcia is operated by Lycar - see this link for timetable http://www.lycar.es/ Edited April 6, 2016 by campolady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakelivin2 Posted April 27, 2016 #25 Share Posted April 27, 2016 Hi Campolady, We are scheduled to be in Cartagena on a Monday...everything is closed according to websites. Is it true that sites open even on Monday when cruiseships are in port? Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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