Cartagena Historic Walking Tour.
A stimulating walking tour that will leave you with a deeper understanding of Cartagena’s rich history of pirates, slave traders and naval battles.
Soak Up Cartagena’s History.
If you want to understand Cartagena’s fascinating, colonial history, meet its enigmatic locals and look beyond the bewildering beauty of Cartagena’s picturesque streets, then this three-hour, historic walking tour is just for you.
The Lowdown.
One can wander the streets of Cartagena, listlessly soaking up the wonderful multi-colored pastel balconies jutting out along the narrow streets, the coral-stone foundations and Moorish-columned grand buildings. It's easy to get lost in your own world in Cartagena.
But it's also easy to miss the significance of, and untold stories behind, the city's still standing physical remnants - including the churches, Spanish mansions and military fortifications.
Take a historic walking tour with a bilingual guide with an encyclopedic knowledge of this remarkable city so you will go home with a better understanding of why Cartagena was named a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1984.
The walking tour also helps you to get under the skin of Cartagena, to properly understand the historic struggle between Colombia’s indigenous population, the country’s brutal Spanish colonists and the pirates and buccaneers that raided Cartagena to steal the plundered riches of the Americas.
You’ll also understand the city’s powerful influence on literary greats like Gabriel García Márquez and the stories behind the city's quirky street names.
FAQs
What’s Included on this tour?
A three-hour tour which takes you to the major landmarks in Cartagena's Old Town.
A certified, bilingual guide.
Insights and commentary on the rich history and culture of the places you visit.
The chance to meet and chat with some friendly Cartagena faces.
Explore the best parts of Cartagena’s 17th century historic walls.
Visit the most iconic churches, Santa Teresa Convent and the Santo Domingo Church.
Walk through the charming barrio of San Diego.
Take a peek inside some of Cartagena's most beautiful colonial houses.
Pit-stop to rejuvenate with excellent quality coffee at a nearby café.
A bottle of water.
What’s not included on this tour?
Tips / gratuities
Who will enjoy this tour?
History buffs and groups who want to know the fascinating and often chilling stories that lie behind Cartagena’s picturesque doors and balconies.
Is this a private or shared tour?
This is a shared experience. We can arrange small private tours (less than 4 people) for an extra cost. If you would like a private experience, please tick the checkbox during checkout.
If you’re traveling solo but don’t want to pay extra for a private tour? Let us know your preferred dates and we’ll see what we can do to get you involved with another group.
Email us on: info@thisis.travel
What time does the tour depart and return?
Monday to Sunday | 08:30-16:00
Where does this tour depart from?
The tour leaves from Muelle de la Bodeguita, Puerta 5
$42
Per Person
This is a shared tour, great for meeting like-minded people. If you would rather book a more private experience, we can also arrange large and small private tours for individuals or groups. If you would like a private tour, please contact us for more information or select the “make this tour private” option when you make your reservation.
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