Today the sun sets at 5:53 p.m.
From the Viva la Vida rooftop in Getsemaní, the sun goes down behind the walled city. You watch it seated, without fighting for a spot on the city walls.
How to enjoy the sunset on the rooftop
Every day the sky lights up over Getsemaní. This is the best way to live it.
- 45 min beforeArrive, go up to the rooftop and pick a table facing the walled city.
- 20 min beforeThe light turns golden: time for the first toast and the best photos.
- SunsetThe sky turns orange and pink, and the music starts.
- The nightSushi by chef Félix Jiménez. Or head down for pasta at la la la!
Sunset time in Cartagena, month by month
Cartagena is close to the equator, so sunset moves less than an hour all year. The earliest is in mid-November and the latest in mid-July.
| Month | 1st | 15th | Arrive at |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:52 p.m. | 5:59 p.m. | 5:14 p.m. |
| February | 6:07 p.m. | 6:10 p.m. | 5:25 p.m. |
| March | 6:12 p.m. | 6:13 p.m. | 5:28 p.m. |
| April | 6:13 p.m. | 6:13 p.m. | 5:28 p.m. |
| May | 6:14 p.m. | 6:17 p.m. | 5:32 p.m. |
| June | 6:21 p.m. | 6:25 p.m. | 5:40 p.m. |
| July | 6:28 p.m. | 6:28 p.m. | 5:43 p.m. |
| August | 6:26 p.m. | 6:21 p.m. | 5:36 p.m. |
| September | 6:12 p.m. | 6:03 p.m. | 5:18 p.m. |
| October | 5:53 p.m. | 5:45 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| November | 5:38 p.m. | 5:36 p.m. | 4:51 p.m. |
| December | 5:38 p.m. | 5:43 p.m. | 4:58 p.m. |
Times calculated for Getsemaní, Colombia time (UTC−5). They may vary by a minute or two. “Arrive at” is 45 minutes before sunset on the 15th. We open every day from 4:00 p.m.
Three ways to watch the sun go down
All four restaurants are in the same building in Getsemaní, Calle 24 # 8A-344.
Viva la Vida
The best spot in the building: up high, facing the walled city. Sushi and grill.
Discover Viva la Vida →
la la la!
Open from 4:00 p.m., with handmade pasta and sourdough pizza.
Discover la la la! →
Gift a sunset
A postcard gift card with a photo of the rooftop, so someone else can live it. Delivered by WhatsApp in a minute.
Create the gift →A sunset birthday
A cake in the flavor you choose, a toast, a sign and the team’s birthday song. Added when you book.
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Events in CartagenaSunset questions
What time is sunset in Cartagena?
It depends on the month: earliest in November (around 5:36 p.m.) and latest in July (around 6:28 p.m.). Today’s exact time and the full-year table are above.
What time should I arrive?
About 45 minutes before sunset. That gives you time to go up, pick a table before the golden light.
Do I need a reservation?
It is recommended: sunset is the busiest time of the day. You can ask for a view when you book and the team will do its best depending on availability (we can’t guarantee a specific table).
Can I just come for the sunset?
Yes. You can go up just for the sunset and stay a while, or go on to dinner.
Where are you?
Calle 24 # 8A-344, Getsemaní, Cartagena de Indias. All four restaurants of the group are in the same building.