City Tour of Cartagena: History, Culture and Charm of the Caribbean

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City Tour of Cartagena: History, Culture and Charm of the Caribbean

By Caribeo Xperience Travel

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
4h 30m
Mobile voucher
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Multiple languages

Overview

This experience has been designed to offer a complete, dynamic and authentic way to discover Cartagena in one tour. Unlike traditional tours, it combines a panoramic journey in typical chiva with strategic stops at the main points of interest, allowing to live the city from different perspectives.

It integrates history, culture and local surroundings into an organised and seamless experience, with access including to the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas and spaces designed to enjoy, tour and capture memorable moments.

As part of the experience, you will receive a craft-type souvenir of the city as a souvenir of your visit, providing additional value and significant detail of the tour.

It is an experience designed for those looking for more than just a tour : a way to connect with the essence of Cartagena in a comfortable, guided safe and well structured way.

Activity location

Cartagena
- Cartagena, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

McDonald's
- 2 Carrera 2
- 130001, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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City Tour Cartagena Castle and Souvenir

4h 30m
English

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

S$51.70 x 1 AdultS$51.70

Total

What's included, what's not

Guided Panoramic Tour
Tourist transport in traditional chiva
Entrance to the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas
The Old Shoes
Letters of Cartagena
Historic Centre Walking Tour
Local guide/host
Souvenir - Handmade Type
Strategic stops for photographs
Meals
Soft drink/Pop
Private transport
Bottled water

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Cartagena (Pass by)

El Laguito (scenic tour) Start of the experience in the sector of El Laguito, one of the modern areas of Cartagena, characterised by its tourist development and its proximity to the Caribbean Sea. During this panoramic tour, the guide introduces the history of the city, from its foundation in the 16th century as one of the most important ports of the Spanish Empire, to its evolution as an international tourist destination. Key aspects such as coastal geography, urban sprawl and the contrast between historic and contemporary Cartagena are addressed.

Cartagena

Letters of Cartagena (stop for photography) Stop at the iconic letters of Cartagena, a representative point that symbolises the identity and cultural pride of the city. This space allows visitors to capture photographs with a background that integrates urban and Caribbean elements, while the guide shares information about Cartagena’s projection as a global tourist destination and its recognition as a historical and cultural heritage.

Monumento a la India Catalina (Pass by)

Monument to India Catherine (scenic tour) Panoramic passage through India Catalina, key figure in the history of the Spanish conquest. Catherine India was an indigenous woman who acted as an interpreter between the conquistadors and the native peoples, playing a fundamental role in the communication and colonisation processes. During the journey, the guide contextualises its history and its symbolic relevance in the cultural identity of the city.

Monumento a los Zapatos Viejos

The Old Shoes (stop for photography) Stop 20 minutes at the Los Zapatos Viejos, a sculpture inspired by the poem “A mi ciudad native” by the Carthagenian writer Luis Carlos López. This monument represents affection and nostalgia towards the city, becoming one of the most traditional points for visitors. Space intended for photographs and cultural appreciation of the place.

Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

45m
Admission ticket included

Castle of San Felipe de Barajas (entrance fee included) Visit to the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas, considered the most important piece of military engineering built by the Spanish in America. This fortress was key in the defence of the city against attacks by pirates and foreign powers, especially during the 17th and 18th centuries. Includes entrance and guided tour of approximately 30 minutes, where strategic tunnels, ventilation systems, defence points and the history of the battles that marked the development of Cartagena as a military stronghold of the Caribbean are explored. Optional: Visit to the Chocolate Museum, where visitors can learn about the cocoa process and its importance in the local culture.

Centro Historico

Historic Centre (walking tour) End the experience with a guided walk of approximately 30 minutes through the Historic Centre of Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the tour, colonial streets, emblematic squares and architecture reflecting Spanish influence are explored. The guide shares information about daily life in colonial times, the importance of maritime trade, local culture and recommendations for enjoying the city.

Location

Activity location

Cartagena
- Cartagena, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

McDonald's
- 2 Carrera 2
- 130001, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
Parque Flanagan - Parada de Buses
- 3-28 Carrera 2
- 130001, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
Monumento Torre del Reloj
- 130001, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia

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