Playa Blanca (Barú)
A public white-sand beach on the Barú peninsula, south of Cartagena. It's about an hour by car or a boat ride from the Muelle de La Bodeguita.
- Hours
- Open beach; no entry hours.
- Price
- The beach is free; you pay for transportation, tents, chairs and food.
- Price level
- $$$$$
- Duration
- All day
- Address
- Península de Barú, Cartagena
Barú is a peninsula south of Cartagena, separated from the mainland by the Canal del Dique. Most of its beaches are private; Playa Blanca is the public one.
It's white sand and calm turquoise water. Along the beach there are tents, fish restaurants and vendors. In high season it gets packed.
You can go by land crossing the Pasacaballos bridge, or by sea on a boat. At sunset, when the day boats leave, it's much emptier.
What to see
- The white-sand beach and turquoise water.
- Fried fish restaurants on the sand.
- The sunset, when the day visitors leave.
Getting there
- Car, taxi or ride app: about an hour from the old town, crossing the Pasacaballos bridge.
- Bus to Pasacaballos and then a moto-taxi to the beach; an hour and a half to two hours.
- Boat from the Muelle de La Bodeguita: 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the sea.
Tips
- Leave early to avoid weekend traffic.
- Ask the price of tents, chairs and food before using them.
- Bring cash.
FAQ
How do I get to Playa Blanca from Cartagena?
By road, crossing the Pasacaballos bridge, in about an hour, or by boat from the Muelle de La Bodeguita.
Is Playa Blanca public?
Yes. It's Barú's public beach; almost all the others on the peninsula are private.
How long is the boat ride?
Between 45 minutes and an hour, depending on sea conditions.
On the map
Photos: Felipeortegag, CC BY-SA 4.0 · TitiNicola, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
