Mochiliante
Mochiliante
This place is famous for being the last home of Simón Bolívar, it holds important moments of Colombia's independence. It is a popular destination for those who enjoy cultural tourism and national heritage.
Founded on February 2, 1608 by the religious Francisco de Godoy, the hacienda was named La Florida San Pedro Alejandrino in honor of the Spanish martyr Pedro Godoy. Over time, this property changed owners 15 times, belonging to notable families such as Mondragón, Orozco, Zubiría and De Mier
In 1808, Don Faustino de Mier y Theran bought the hacienda, but later lost it because he did not support the patriot cause. Later, towards the end of the 19th century, the Spaniard Don Joaquín de Mier y Benítez became the owner, increasing the production of sugar cane to make panela, rum and honey
The Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino is located on the outskirts of Santa Marta, Colombia. Specifically on Avenida del Libertador, in the Mamatoco sector
The most economical way to get there is to take a bus that says Mamatoco and ask the driver to drop you off at the Quinta de San Pedro. Ask the locals what is the nearest street where this bus passes. The fare is $2,500 COP
But if you want something easier, you can take a taxi and ask the driver to drop you off at the Quinta de San Pedro. The minimum fare is $8,000 COP, so keep that in mind when asking, although the final price will depend on the distance you are
The price varies according to the age and nationality of the people, so we tell you:
Children from 0 to 5 years old (nationals and foreigners): FREE
Children from 6 to 12 years old (nationals and foreigners): $17,000 COP
Nationals from 13 years old: $19,000 COP
Foreigners from 13 years old: $25,000 COP
Foreigners and pensioners: Exempt
*Military personnel must present their ID and ID at the box office to access the exemption, whether in uniform or civilian clothes
If you plan to travel between today and September 30, 2025 , by booking through Booking with Mochiliante, you can get a 20% discount or more on your next getaway by clicking here
We recommend you to stay in the historic center so that you live a magical experience during your stay, Santa Marta is a small city so getting to the points of interest is easy. We leave you three options of accommodations in Santa Marta
Casablanca Hotel - Historic Center: This accommodation is well located and offers an outdoor pool, garden and air-conditioned rooms. In addition to family rooms, it also has a sun terrace, 24-hour reception and room service. Click here to book
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Hotel Boutique ADAZ: Offers rooms with air conditioning and cable TV. Just a 5-minute walk from Santa Marta Bay Beach, and close to the Cathedral and the Gold Museum. It also has a 24-hour reception and concierge service. Click here to book
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SEALOJA: Located 3.3 km from Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and Santa Marta Cathedral, offers free wifi, terrace and balcony. It consists of 2 bedrooms, living room, full kitchen and 2 bathrooms. Click here to book
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The guiding service is offered by young students, both high school and university, who voluntarily share their knowledge about the history of the hacienda. These guides participate in school tourism practices or mandatory social service to graduate.
You can show your appreciation for their dedication by leaving a voluntary tip that you can give them directly
When visiting the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, you will embark on a journey back in time, discovering the secrets and beauty of this charming colonial hacienda. You will visit points such as the Old Mill, where the production of panela, rum and honey takes place, as well as the Main House and its rooms, monuments and commemorative spaces
Remember that this place pays tribute to the history of Colombia and the memory of the liberator Simón Bolívar, so we are going to tell you some recommendations:
Entry is not allowed to people in a state of drunkenness or under the effect of psychoactive substances
It is forbidden to consume food or drinks inside the museum's rooms and closed enclosures
The works, objects and monuments of the collection, should not be touched
We recommend that you take the guide service, otherwise the experience will be the same as seeing normal objects, without knowing the history behind each one
We hope this guide will be useful and inspire you to visit the historic Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. Enjoy the history of Colombia and a pleasant cultural experience. We wish you a trip full of pleasant memories. Good luck and see you on a next adventure, Backpacker! (Mochiliante) 😉🌟
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