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Private Walking Tour in Cartagena
5.0
777 Ratings
Cartagena de Indias
Uncover the history, architecture, and local myths of Cartagena on a private walking tour. Explore dreamy streets, learn about customs and legends, and get insider recommendations for the city.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Walled City of Cartagena - Our walking tours take you through every significant square, site, and street, where we delve into their historical and cultural importance. Cartagena de Indias is often said to possess a unique soul. The Walled City, with its rich history and humble charm, has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join us as we explore the picturesque and romantic streets and squares within the iconic walls of the “Corralito de Piedra.” We’ll journey through the eras of conquest, colonization, and the republic, all interwoven with the modernity of the 21st century. Discover the city’s fascinating history, magical architecture, and captivating tales of battles with pirates and corsairs. Learn about the Caribbean’s Indigenous and African influences, religious heritage, vibrant musical culture, and the stunning array of colors and aromas. Embark on this unforgettable adventure with us!
- Camellon de los Martires - Our certified tour guide will greet you and confirm your reservation. Here, you’ll receive geographical orientation, directions, and an introduction to the tour. At Camellón de Los Mártires - Plaza de Cervantes, we’ll explore the history of the indigenous people before and during the Spanish arrival.
- Monumento Torre del Reloj - Next, we head to the “Golden Key of Cartagena” or Clock Tower, entering Plaza del Ecuador, followed by Plaza del Esclavo. This marks the beginning of our journey along the enslavement route through Porto Carrero and Candilejo streets, with a welcome from Pedro de Heredía.
- Monumento a Pedro de Heredia - Here, you’ll learn about Miguel de Cervantes and his connection to the city, as well as his significance in Colombian literature. We’ll also discuss the slave markets and the importance of the city’s traditional sweets portal.
- Portal de Los Dulces - We proceed to the Portal de Los Dulces, a symbol of female activity during slavery, with traditions that continue through their descendants.
- Plaza de la Aduana - The old “Plaza de la Aduana” has played a crucial role in the trade of goods, including enslaved people. Here, we’ll see notable buildings like the Municipal Hall.
- Museo de Arte Moderno de Cartagena de Indias - Art is an integral part of our tour. The Museum of Modern Art showcases Caribbean and Latin American art from the 1950s. The Gold Museum features indigenous artifacts from the Colombian Caribbean, and the Emerald Museum displays some of the world’s most beautiful stones, worn by celebrities.
- Plaza de San Pedro Claver - Religion is represented by San Pedro Claver, the “Slave of the Slaves.” We’ll admire the architecture of the Church and Museum-Monastery named after him, which also serves as the Headquarters of Human Rights.
- Baluarte de San Ignacio - This bastion was constructed to protect the “Bay of Souls” from pirate attacks. We’ll uncover the history behind Cartagena’s walls on this tour.
- Plaza de Bolivar - If you’re intrigued by pirate and corsair exploits, we’ll share their stories while visiting a bastion, showcasing Spanish military constructions and strategies. We’ll then move to Plaza Bolívar, dedicated to the precursor of Independence, where we can take a refreshing break.
- Plaza de la Proclamacion - Here, we’ll encounter various points of interest, such as the Palace of the Inquisition, the passage where our country’s beauty queens are presented, and the Gold Museum. While entrance tickets are not included in the tour, we’ll discuss these sites as part of our itinerary.
- Barrio Getsemani - Experience the vibrant culture, music, customs, folklore, commerce, and architecture of Getsemaní. Enjoy one of its most colorful cultural corridors, adorned with umbrellas, graffiti, and unique architecture.
- Parque del Centenario - Discover the sloths, squirrels, and iguanas in one of Cartagena’s vital green spaces, Centennial Park. Once a railway station, this park is a relic of the Tropical Dry Forest, offering a cool respite under the shade of beautiful trees.
- Cl. de San Juan #25-25 - Here, we’ll discuss graffiti, coffee, Blas de Lezo, Gabriel García Márquez, Mister Black, and Joe Arroyo.
- Plaza de La Trinidad - Finally, we’ll enter Callejón Ancho, concluding our tour along Calle San Juan to the rhythms of salsa and African champeta, passing by the church and square of the Holy Trinity.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Anything not especified previously is not included in the price!
Additional Information
Our Walking Tour is a private and magnificent experience. Our starting point is normally next to traffic light at the Camellón, in front of the clock tower. We can also pick you up at your place of stay. Likewise, you can tell us your preferences to make this tour perfect for you! This is the best tour you can take to learn about Cartagena’s history, customs, architecture, Graffiti, wildlife, myths, legends, and the best recommendations about what you can do in the city. It is a magical journey through dreamy streets that will make you fall in love without hesitation. The guides who work with us are certified and will make you live an unforgettable experience. Live the best of Cartagena de Indias!
Location
Ac. 24 Real #8b-124
Avenida Calle 24 Real
Find us by the ORANGE umbrella :), next to the Transcaribe public service traffic light at Camellón de Los Mátires
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Trishlalisan
Aug 31, 2024
Many smiles on this tour with Elis! - We went on a private tour of Cartagena with Elis. She was absolutely phenomenal! She was kind and patient with my family, which is what we needed traveling with a 2.5 year old toddler and a 7 month old baby. We went by many parks and landmarks, with great stops along to taste fruit and cool down since the kids were a little overheated. I really enjoyed the experience and it was worth it!
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Nicolesu424as
Aug 30, 2024
Amazing tour - Best way to get to know Cartagena neighborhoods and history. Danny was an amazing guide and she provided so much history and stories about each stop. Seriously take a tour on your first day in Cartagena, you won't regret it.
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Raquel_p
Aug 30, 2024
Great tour, great guide! - Manu our guide was funny and personable. It was enlightening to learn a little history about Cartagena and the fusion of cultures that came together to influence food, art, music and more. We had a great time! I highly recommend it for anyone who is interested in learning more about the history and culture and good places to visit while there. We did this at the tail end of our trip and wished we had done it at the beginning but our schedule would not allow it. Nonetheless, we were glad we did.
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Lashanta_b
Aug 30, 2024
Good vibes - We had a wonderful time with Alvaro. He was knowledgeable, informative and such a pleasant guide. He gave some helpful tips and recommendations that we followed throughout our trip to Cartagena. Would recommend this tour to others.
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Lightpacker747408
Aug 30, 2024
Walking Tour - Alvaro was an amazing tour guide! He was very knowledgeable and trustworthy. I highly recommend this walking tour! Ask for Alvaro if possible!
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Nahomt881
Aug 29, 2024
Fun & Informative Tour - My tour guide, Manuel was exceptional. He made the tour fun and informative. Highly recommend to take the tour early in your trip to be equipped to enjoy the rest of your stay.
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Luispp3240in
Aug 29, 2024
Walled City Tour - My tour guide was great and friendly, very knowledge on historical face. Answered all my questions. Would definitely recommend.
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Joshmaryg
Aug 28, 2024
BOOK IT! NO REGRETS WE WILL BE BACK! - We had an amazing trip with Ingrid, me and my partner opted for a spanish tour because we prefer the authenticity of the city but they also have available in other languages. When i say this tour was private i expected a few more people maybe another group no it was just me and my partner and Ingrid our guide did a great job at catering the tour around what we were most interested in. She knows so well about the history and specifically took us and emphasized more spots based on our interest and things we wanted to see in cartagena. She does a great job at also helping you out with vendors such as the palenquera vendors so you can also get a mini tasting tour of some of cartagenas delicacies like yuca beer, dulce de leech treats and so many iconic things Cartagena is known for. Ingrid is amazing we learned alot about the history and origins of cartagena and were so well oriented by the tour that we did not get lost even once in the city when we ventured off after the tour. Ingrid was a great tour guide, very informative very friendly and really went above and beyond to help us with the rest of our trip planning and orientation as well as recommendations of many food spots which were amazing! She made sure we were safe, educated but overall extremely engaged in the origin of the city we would be spending a week in. Thank you to Ingrid and the amazing staff at NEXPERIENCE for the best communication and friendly staff. We will be booking again in the future because having her as a tour guide makes us want to come back and bring more family members to be educated and engulfed in Cartagenas beautiful history and culture.
Gracias Ingrid por todo!
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Luisa_g
Aug 27, 2024
Perfect tour - We loved our tour! Mercedes was very knowledgeable and very nice. Definitely recommend to do on your first day!
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Pablo_c
Aug 27, 2024
This Tour Was Bomb.com!!! 💣 - Manu (Manuel) was very knowledgeable about the history of Cartegena and Getsemani!! He also was very helpful in providing recommendations for other places to eat, shop, chill, and/or lounge. His professionalism and English translation were on point as he was punctual in meeting us at the hotel and went straight Into the history! Not to mention he provided us with cold water on the hot day! His storytelling is amazing and kept my girlfriend and I intrigued the entire time! I'd highly recommend him!!!
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