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Concepción Castle
CultureVisit: ~75 min
Medieval castle on top of Concepción hill, the highest of Cartagena's five historic hills. Its origins go back to the Middle Ages and today it houses an interpretation centre on the city's history. From the walls you can see the port, the old town with the Roman Theatre, the Arsenal and the bay out to the sea.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Concepción Castle: 2 missions
- Look at Cartagena and its port from the wallsGo up to the walls area and spot the port, the Arsenal and the bullring from above. Find the spot where you can see the whole bay.
- Trace the history of Cartagena in the castleVisit the castle's interpretation centre and follow the city's story from its founding to today.
Near Concepción Castle
Parque Torres23 m awayPanoramic Lift98 m awayCivil War Shelter-Museum103 m awayRoman Theatre of Cartagena201 m awayRoman Amphitheatre208 m awayCasa de la Fortuna220 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Concepción Castle?
Allow about 1 h 15 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Concepción Castle?
Look at Cartagena and its port from the walls and Trace the history of Cartagena in the castle.
What is there to see near Concepción Castle?
Parque Torres (23 m), Panoramic Lift (98 m) and Civil War Shelter-Museum (103 m).
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