Santa Marta Bay — Where the Sea Meets the City

Santa Marta Bay is the most impressive natural setting in the city. It was the first port founded by the Spanish in South America (1525).

Today it's a lively tourist port. The Tourist Pier, colorful sailboats, the Bust of Rodrigo de Bastidas, and the view of Sierra Nevada create an unforgettable City Tour stop.

What to see

• Tourist Pier with over-the-sea restaurants
• Colorful sailboats and fishing boats
• Bust of Rodrigo de Bastidas
• Panoramic views of Sierra Nevada