City Tour in Chiva through the City of Cartagena

4.6 (43 reviews) Cartagena, Colombia
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

With our City tour in chiva you will be able to visit the most emblematic places of Cartagena in the typical Colombian bus. The tour makes a stop at the most important tourist sites of the city such as the Internal Bay of Cartagena, the Letters of Cartagena, the Monument to the Old Shoes, the Fort of San Felipe de Barajas, the Monument to India Catalina and the Historical Center of the city.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Tour guide
  • Entrance to the Castillo de San Felipe
  • Transportation in chiva (Bus)
  • Bottled water • Soda or soda

What to expect

  1. Camellon de los Martires
    Pass by
    We will start our tour here, it is one of the most emblematic sites related to the emancipation of Cartagena, located in front of the current Clock Tower, the Pegasos Pier and the Independence Centennial Park, we will pass through the Convention Center and then we will visit the internal bay. We will make a brief stop at the Letters of Cartagena, a monument made with recycled material of a height of 2.40-2.60 meters and where you can take some beautiful photos to remember your visit. The next stop will be at the Monument to the Old Shoes, then we will stop at the Fort of San Felipe de Barajas, built in 1657 during the Spanish colonial era and where we will have the entrance included with a guided tour. Later we will pass by the side of the Monument to India Catalina to end with a walking tour of the Historic Center of the city. The entire tour will be carried out in the company of a certified guide.
  2. 15m
    The bay of Cartagena has been the commercial gateway to America. Thanks to its strategic location and its privileged natural conditions, enjoy the most beautiful and paradisiacal views adorned by the Sun, the Sea and the beautiful City Walls.
  3. Monumento a los Zapatos Viejos
    20m
    Dedicated to one of the greatest poets of the city, it is one of the emblems of Cartagena, a sculpture that has a life of its own because it reflects the love that one has for it, for that humble but proud origin and that represents a complete sense of membership.
  4. Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Built in 1657 during the Spanish colonial era, it is considered one of the seven wonders of Colombia. It is located on a hill called San Lázaro. It suffered constant attacks by the English and French, being the French commander Baron de Pointis who took the castle in mid-1697. We will have the entrance included with a guided tour
  5. Monumento a la India Catalina
    Pass by
    A tribute to American roots can be seen in the monument to La India Catalina, a work by the sculptor Eladio Gil. According to legend, Catalina, a warrior who was born in neighboring Galerazamba. Later she was sold as a slave in Santo Domingo, but Pedro de Heredia brought her to Cartagena as an interpreter in 1533. She is the key character for the beginning of miscegenation in the territories of Cartagena de Indias, by promoting the Spanish settlement.
  6. Centro Historico
    30m
    We will end with a walking tour of the Historic Center of the city considered Historical and Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO since 1984. The Walled City of Cartagena de Indias is the old part of the city, here you can see places of interest with great stories and personality such as: churches, convents, monasteries, squares, colonial buildings, houses, palaces, etc. You will also enjoy the best shops and exclusive brands.
  7. Torre del Reloj
    10m
    The Puerta del Reloj or Clock Tower, at the beginning was called Boca del Puente, being the main entrance to the walled city. Its side arches were used as a chapel and an armament room, today they are walkways open to the public. In 1888 the republican style tower with a clock was added.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Meeting point
Meeting point
Meeting point
Meeting point

We do not have pick-up at the Hotels, nor entrance to the little lake and Castillo Grande. Passengers must arrive at the closest point according to their Hotel.

Meeting point

In front of the Clock Tower, historic center of Cartagena.

End point
End point
End point
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End point

We do not have pick-up at the Hotels, nor entrance to the little lake and Castillo Grande. Passengers must arrive at the closest point according to their Hotel.

End point

In front of the Clock Tower, historic center of Cartagena.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.6 (43)

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