City in Bolívar, Colombia
Internet in Cartagena: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Cartagena?
Median fixed broadband in Colombia is 231 Mbps and mobile is 45 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most cafés and hostels have usable wifi; old buildings with thick walls can have weak signal.
Getting online in Cartagena
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre is common in Bocagrande, Manga and Laguito, usually 200–500 Mbps for about 90,000–150,000 COP a month; old-town buildings vary. |
| Cafés and coworking | Most cafés and hostels have usable wifi; old buildings with thick walls can have weak signal. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid chips from Claro, Movistar or Tigo sell in carrier stores and supermarkets; register with your passport. Claro has the widest coverage. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Claro, Movistar, Tigo |
| Monthly data plan | $40,000–80,000 ($12–24) |
Internet speeds in South America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Cartagena?
Median fixed broadband in Colombia is 231 Mbps and mobile is 45 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most cafés and hostels have usable wifi; old buildings with thick walls can have weak signal.
Which SIM card should I get in Cartagena?
Prepaid chips from Claro, Movistar or Tigo sell in carrier stores and supermarkets; register with your passport. Claro has the widest coverage.
Can I use an eSIM in Colombia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.