1

Ciudad Perdida

Historical landmark · Santa Marta ·

Ciudad Perdida

Historical landmark · Santa Marta ·
@nomadicmatt
6,681 Postcards · 1,174 Cities

20 Must-See Places to Visit in Colombia (Updated 2025)

"Built around 800 CE and older than Machu Picchu, La Ciudad Perdida contains 169 terraces carved into the mountains plus a network of tiled roads and small plazas; it’s one of the most beautiful treks in the country. You must visit with a tour operator and expect 4–6 days (or a faster 3-day option) trekking from Santa Marta through jungle and many river crossings; tours typically cost about $400–600 USD and I advise bringing an extra pair of shoes or flip-flops for river crossings since sneakers get ruined." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/best-places-colombia/

Information

Ancient city ruins with 169 terraces and tiled roads

Placeholder
Placeholder
Placeholder

23QF+7W, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia Get directions

Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
See full details

1

Information

Ancient city ruins with 169 terraces and tiled roads

Placeholder
Placeholder
Placeholder

23QF+7W, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia Get directions

Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
Ciudad Perdida by null
See full details

More Places For You

Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Tourist attraction · Santa Marta

Historic hacienda, Bolívar's last days, art museum, gardens

3 Postcards

Santa Marta Marriott Resort Playa Dormida

Hotel · Santa Marta

Oceanfront hotel with spa, restaurants, pool, and fitness center

1 Postcard

Restaurante Santisabella

Restaurant · Santa Marta

Artisanal pasta, fresh pizzas, cocktails, breezy terrace

0 Postcards

Ciudad Perdida

Historical landmark · Santa Marta

Ancient sacred temple site, challenging jungle hike, river swims

2 Postcards

Ciudad Perdida Teyuna - Lost City Trek Colombia

Sightseeing tour agency · Santa Marta

Expert guides share culture & history on Lost City trek

2 Postcards

Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona

National park · Santa Marta

Palm-shaded coves, lagoons, rainforest, biodiversity, and ruins

5 Postcards

Museo del Oro Tayrona - Casa de la Aduana

Museum · Santa Marta

Free museum: gold, ceramics, metalwork, textiles, history

1 Postcard

Playa Los Angeles

Serviced accommodation · Santa Marta

Beachfront resort with rustic rooms, gardens, and casual dining

1 Postcard

Villa Playa Tayrona

Hotel · Santa Marta

Exclusive boutique hotel with sea views, pool, gourmet dining

1 Postcard

Hotel Boutique Don Pepe

Serviced accommodation · Santa Marta

Historic convent hotel with attentive staff, elegant rooms, and cocktails

1 Postcard