Cartagena Guide · No. 03
Old City, Getsemaní, Beach or Yachts & Catamarans?
Cartagena gives you four very different backdrops for a flying dress photoshoot: the historic Old City, colorful Getsemaní, the Caribbean beach, and private yachts and catamarans on the water. The Old City is the classic choice, Getsemaní is the most vibrant, the beach is the most natural, and a sunset yacht or catamaran session is the most exclusive.
The Old City (Walled City)
Flying Dress Cartagena® has photographed over 1,000 people in every one of these settings, and we are the only company offering flying dress sessions on yachts and catamarans. Here is how to choose.
Cobblestone streets, colonial balconies draped in bougainvillea, centuries-old doors and plazas in every color. The Old City is the setting most people picture when they imagine Cartagena, and it gives you the most variety in a single session.
- Best for: first-time visitors, classic elegance, birthdays and couples.
- Best time: early morning for quiet streets and soft light, or late afternoon for warm color on the walls.
- Book it: Old City sessions start at $249.
Getsemaní
Just outside the walls, Getsemaní is Cartagena at its most alive: murals, hanging umbrellas and flags, painted facades and street art around every corner. A bold dress color against these walls is unforgettable.
- Best for: vibrant, editorial, colorful photos.
- Best time: early morning. The neighborhood gets very crowded in the afternoon, so we photograph here in the morning whenever possible. Afternoon sessions are available if you prefer.
- Book it: Getsemaní sessions start at $249.
Getsemaní, early morning
The Beach
Sand, sea and an open sky give the dress room to fly in every direction. Beach sessions feel natural and free, and they pair beautifully with our horse experience add-on.
- Best for: flowing, dramatic movement, honeymoons and anyone who wants the Caribbean in every frame.
- Best time: early morning, before the crowds arrive. Afternoon sessions are available if you prefer.
- Book it: Beach sessions start at $249.
The beach, with the horse experience add-on
Yachts and Catamarans
This is the experience no one else in Cartagena offers. You board a private catamaran or yacht and sail Cartagena Bay as the sun goes down, with the city skyline behind you and the dress flying over the water.
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The sunset sessionAbout three hours on the water at golden hour, with transportation, food and drinks, our photographers and drone videography.
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Island Hopping Photoshoot for GroupsA full-day catamaran experience to the Rosario Islands, with flying dress photos in some of the clearest water in the Caribbean.
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Best forGroups, milestone birthdays, bachelorettes, proposals and once-in-a-lifetime celebrations.
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Book itYacht and catamaran sessions are quoted by group size. Message us on WhatsApp for availability.
Only on yachts and catamarans with Flying Dress Cartagena®
Quick Comparison
| Location | The feel | Best time | Starting price |
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| Old City | Classic, romantic, colonial | Early morning or late afternoon | $249 |
| Getsemaní | Vibrant, colorful, editorial | Early morning | $249 |
| Beach | Natural, free, flowing | Early morning | $249 |
| Yachts and catamarans | Exclusive, cinematic, celebratory | Sunset | Quoted by group size |
Can I Shoot at My Hotel or Airbnb?
Yes. We can photograph you at your accommodation when your hotel or Airbnb approves it. Airbnbs are very popular in Cartagena, and many have rooftops, pools or courtyards that make a beautiful backdrop. Just confirm with your host or hotel before your session.
Still deciding? Read the best time for a flying dress photoshoot in Cartagena or see what each session costs.
Four Backdrops. One Unforgettable Dress.
Flying Dress Cartagena® has photographed over 1,000 people in Cartagena. We know this city, we know this light, and we know exactly how to make you look and feel extraordinary in it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best location for a flying dress photoshoot in Cartagena?
The Old City is the classic choice and offers the most variety. Getsemaní is the most colorful, the beach is the most natural, and a sunset yacht or catamaran session is the most exclusive.
Can I do a flying dress photoshoot on a yacht or catamaran in Cartagena?
Yes. Flying Dress Cartagena® is the only company offering flying dress sessions on yachts and catamarans, including a sunset session on Cartagena Bay and a full-day catamaran experience to the Rosario Islands.
When is the best time to shoot in Getsemaní?
Early morning. Getsemaní gets very crowded in the afternoon, so we photograph there in the morning whenever possible. Afternoon sessions are available on request.
Can you photograph me at my hotel or Airbnb?
Yes, when your hotel or Airbnb approves it. Please confirm with your host or hotel before your session.
