What to buy

What to Buy in Cartagena

Emeralds
Check out Joyeria Caribe or Joyeria Maz, totally trusted and traditional jewelers.
Linen Clothing
Nothing says vay-cay like linen. Check out Ketty Tinoco, Edgar Gomez and Jon Sonen boutiques.
Mochilas
Brightly colored or neutral toned natural fiber handwoven bags with striking geometric patterns. They hail from indigenous artisans from La Guajira and near Santa Marta. Buy from the street or get fancy versions in boutiques.
Bikinis
Cartagena is also home to some of the most innovative and beautiful beachwear designs. Check Ondademar for hippie chic beachwear, Touché for monochromatic classics, and Entreaguas for macrame weave and tie-dye.
Antiques
El Arcon Anticuario sells replica colonial doorknockers together with other amazing artefacts. In Getsemani, check out the awesome Maritime Artefacts and Collectable store on Calle Larga (near the Puente Roman).
Art
Cartagena is a tiny gallery choc-a-bloc full with incredible works from Cartagena artists.
Hats
Panama hats in every color under the rainbow, the traditional black and white weave of the “Sombrero Vueltiao” . They are everywhere in Cartagena!