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Colonial Sites in Cartagena
Set on the Caribbean coast of Colombia, Cartagena is recognized by UNESCO for its colonial walled city, military forts, and ornate churches. From San Pedro Claver church to the Torre del Reloj city gate, here are the colonial sites you can’t miss. What to See
- Castillo de San Felipe: This mountaintop fort was built in the 17th century.
- La Popa Monastery: Located at the top of Mount Popa, this monastery was founded by Augustinian monks in 1607.
- Torre del Reloj: This clock tower is the original entrance to the fortified city of Cartagena.
- Plaza de la Aduana: The Old Town is home to this large square where the former Royal Customs House is now the City Hall.
- San Pedro Claver church: This church was built in the early 17th century along with its monastery.
- Cathedral of Cartagena: Construction began on this cathedral in 1577 and continued for more than 80 years.
How to Visit
- Climb aboard the hop-on hop-off bus for quick access to 10 stops across the city.
- Book a historical walking tour within the colonial walled city to learn about the influence of the Spanish.
- Set out on an architecture-focused tour for an in-depth look at the architectural style of Cartagena.
- Cover ground quickly with a bike tour.
- Explore at your own pace with an informative audio guide.
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14 Tours and Activities | All Cartagena Tours
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Private City Tour of Cartagena
Get an intimate look at the historic streets and monuments of Cartagena during this 4-hour private tour. Discover this Caribbean city’s wealth of beautiful architecture, starting with the elegant mansions of the Manga neighborhood and continuing to monuments like San Felipe Castle and the Monastery of La Popa. You’ll also wander the UNESCO World Heritage-listed walled city and its atmospheric public squares before finishing in Cartagena’s more modern districts like Bocagrande. A private guide and vehicle, all entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are also included.
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City Sightseeing Cartagena Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Discover the captivating colonial charm of Cartagena on a spectacular City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour of the city. See all of Cartagena’s alluring attractions from the unique perspective of a double-decker bus; visit the renowned Rafael Núñez house, the colossal Castillo de San Felipe, and the legendary statue of Simon Bolivar. Enjoy unlimited hopping on and off for 48 hours as you experience the ultimate way to see the city sights.
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City tour for Hotel Guests
Discover the wealth of history and beautiful scenery in Cartagena during this half-day adventure to some of the city’s top landmarks. Admire the unique ‘republican-style’ architecture found on Manga Island. You’ll also take a guided tour inside historic San Felipe Fort and have time to shop for handicraft souvenirs at Bovedas shopping mall. Your Cartagena exploration also includes entry fees, professional guide, bottled water and transport by air-conditioned vehicle.
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Cartagena 4-hour City Sightseeing Tour with Torre del Reloj and Historic Center
Experience all of Cartagena’s historical highlights on a comprehensive tour of one of Colombia’s most vibrant cities. Immerse yourself in the Caribbean color and cultural flair of the city as you visit revered museums, iconic fortresses, and impressive monuments. Admire the astonishing colonial architecture of the area, and explore the glittering exhibitions of the Cartagena Naval Museum, the entrance fee to which is included.
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Half-Day Tour of Cartagena by Air-Conditioned Vehicles
Absorb the color and charisma of Cartagena on a half-day tour of the UNESCO-listed Colombian city. In a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, you’ll admire the beautiful mansions of Manga and ascend to La Popa (temporarily unavailable) – the city’s highest point – for spectacular views. Enter the magnificent San Felipe de Bajaras Castle, absorb the Caribbean spirit of Santo Domingo Square and browse artisan market, Las Bovedas, for unique souvenirs. Refreshments and round-trip transport from your Cartagena hotel is included.
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Getsemaní Neighbourhood Tour in Cartagena
Getsemaní is one of Cartagena’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods – a vibrant and eclectic district, renowned for its buzzing nightlife, colorful graffiti art and authentic cuisine. This 2-hour walking tour will take you right to the heart of Getsemaní, allowing you to meet the locals, learn the barrio’s history, play a game of ludo, and even get involved in a community art project.
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Cartagena Bike Tour
A bike tour is a fun way for first-time visitors to discover Cartagena. Catch a breeze and cover more ground than is possible on a walking tour as you follow your guide down a mostly flat route to Cartagena sights such as churches, monuments, and parks, all as your guide shares fun stories about the city’s history and culture that you might miss on your own.
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Private Cartagena Sightseeing
Get the red carpet treatment as you explore the history, culture and architecture of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Cartagena on a 4-hour private tour. Tour this atmospheric Colombian city by private vehicle, stopping first to visit the upscale Bocagrande neighborhood and its historic luxury hotel. After exploring the 17th-century San Felipe Fort and the convent of “La Popa” Hill, talk a walk through the charming streets of Cartagena’s old town. A private guide, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are all covered.
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The Real Cartagena Tour
Get in touch with a different side of Cartagena during this tour of the city's traditional 'barrios' — San Francisco, La Boquilla, Bazurto, and Getsemaní. On this 5-hour tour, you'll also navigate the mangrove swamp in a canoe and eat a traditional Colombian lunch.
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Cartagena Old City Walking Tour including Gold Museum and Plaza de Bolivar
Set out on a 2-hour guided walking tour of Cartagena, Colombia's stunning seaside city. Take in the the colonial architecture of Old Town, here the stories behind buildings like the Cathedral of Cartagena and San Pedro Church, and learn about local culture along the way.
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Old City Walk & Taste Experience
Step back in time on a journey through the charming colonial streets, museums and boutique stores of Cartagena's Old Town on this 3-hour walking tour. Progress footstep by footstep through the layers of history in this UNESCO World Heritage city, stopping to check out the Palace of Inquisition and the Zenú Gold Museum. Continue past some of the best examples of Colombia’s republican architectural style before finishing with a cool tropical drink and fresh breezes at a local terrace bar. A guide, all entrance fees, snacks and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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History, art & architecture in the Walled City
Rub shoulders with the lifestyles of Colombia’s elite during this 3-hour architecture tour of some of Cartagena’s most upscale homes and boutique hotels. Explore this colonial city’s unique architectural treasures during visits to the El Cabrero and Old City neighborhoods. First stop by the La Casa de Rafael Nuñez, a Caribbean-style country home that now houses a museum. Then head to the Old City to check out some of the area’s amazing boutique hotels and private residences. A professional art historian, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are included.
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Historical and culture biking tour
We provide bikes and bilingual tour guides with a lot of experience to offer you an easy and eco-friendly way to explore the historical Cartagena.
We want to offer a dynamic, cheap and environment friendly option to make getting to know Cartagena City faster and easier. bike tours.
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Audio Guide - Walking Tour with Interactive (Cartagena de Indias)
Enjoy your own independent exploration of Cartagena with the help of local experts thanks to this interactive audio guide tour. Learn about the highlights of this historic UNESCO World Heritage-listed Colombian city with the help of historians, fun sound effects and professional narrators. Along the way you’ll hear stories about pirate attacks, colorful characters, architecture, fashion and local customs.. Best of all, you can take this audio tour at your own pace in whatever order you like. Your purchase includes a drop-off of the guide at a location of your choosing.
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