Historical Private Tour in the City of Cartagena

Cartagena, Colombia
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Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Because the Historic Center of the city of Cartagena de Indias itself is a museum. It is a 489-year-old city full of history, adventure, legends, gastronomy, entertainment, natural resources, islands, among others, and it is a true charm.
Having a good guide with knowledge, who speaks the language well, but at the same time fun can have a positive impact on your trip so that the tourist always wants to return.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • The Hill of La Popa
  • Bottled water
  • San Pedro Claver Museum
  • Entrance fees to monuments specified in the tour
  • FORTIFICATION OF THE CASTLE OF SAN FELIPE DE BARAJAS (USD 9 APPROX.)

What to expect

  1. Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The history of the years 1594 and 1656 when the first construction of its fortifications began under the direction of military engineers entering the San Felipe de Barajas Castle, to be located in the history of its attacks in the year 1971 and its independence in the year 1821, They will give you the best experience of their tour and their culture.
    This fortification was built around 1657 in the Spanish era, by 1984 UNESCO included its fortifications and the Castle on the list of Historical Heritage of Humanity.
  2. La Popa Convent
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    In the 1510s the Spaniards discovered the Cerro de Galera or Cerro de la Cruz called by the ancient Cartageneros, currently there is a Church founded in 1606, today it is the sanctuary of the Virgin of Candelaria that is located in the chapel. The stern is approximately 148 meters above sea level and is one of the most precious places in the city of Cartagena for its view of the entire city.
  3. Centro Historico
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Cartagena de Indias was founded approximately in the years 1533 by Don Pedro de Heredia, from that time it continues to be one of the most important ports in Latin America, on November 11, 1811, it was independent from the Spanish crown.
    Tour of the main streets, squares, and churches of the historic city. Entrance to the church of San Pedro Claver, the Cathedral and the gold museum (if they are open) we will visit the emerald workshop museum and return to the pick-up point, panoramic tour of the city's neighborhoods (Laguito, Bocagrande, Castillogrande, Manga and Foot of the Stern).

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.

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