Cartagena Highlights: San Felipe, Popa & Coffee Experience

4.6 (39 reviews) Cartagena, Colombia
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

Discover the essence of Cartagena on this immersive city tour that blends history, culture, and local flavors. Walk through the vibrant streets of the Historic Center, visit imposing colonial fortresses, and explore iconic landmarks while soaking in the city's rich heritage. End your experience with an exclusive Colombian coffee tasting, connecting you to one of the country’s most prized traditions.

- Explore the Historic Center, a UNESCO-listed treasure
- Visit the legendary San Felipe Castle and La Popa Convent
- Stroll through Plaza de Bolívar and Plaza de la Aduana
- Experience a specialty Colombian coffee tasting
- Hotel pickup included for your convenience

Options

8 hours with traditional lunch

Duration: 8 hours: Take it slow and enjoy the city at your own pace visiting extra places like Manga Island
Traditional lunch: Savor the essence of Caribbean cuisine at a renowned restaurant celebrated for its exquisite seafood and vibrant local flavor
Pickup included

City Tour 4 hours

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

What's included

  • Small Colombian coffee tasting
  • Entrance fees to Castillo de San Felipe and La Popa Convent
  • Guided tour in English or Spanish
  • Hotel pickup from Historic Center and Bocagrande (vehicle available for 3 hours)
  • Optional tips and gratuities.
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Hotel Drop off

What to expect

  1. Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Begin your journey with a visit to San Felipe Castle, the largest Spanish fortress in South America. Marvel at its intricate tunnel system and learn about the battles fought to defend Cartagena.
  2. La Popa Convent
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Climb to the highest point in Cartagena at the 17th-century La Popa Convent for breathtaking panoramic views of the city and coastline.
  3. Torre del Reloj
    30m
    Step back in time as you walk through the grand entrance of the walled city, the Clock Tower. Explore Plaza de la Aduana, once the site of the colonial slave trade, now a symbol of Cartagena’s resilience and transformation.
  4. Plaza de Bolivar
    30m
    Visit Plaza de Bolívar, surrounded by some of Cartagena’s most stunning colonial buildings. Stop by the historic San Pedro Claver Church and its peaceful square, where you’ll enjoy a short refreshment break.
  5. 20m
    End your tour in the heart of Getsemaní, a neighborhood bursting with vibrant street art and local culture. Enjoy a specialty coffee tasting, learning about the flavors and craftsmanship behind Colombia’s world-renowned coffee.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel pickup in Cartagena (Historic Center & Bocagrande)

Please enter your pickup details. Additional cost applies for hotels in the Manzanillo area. Contact us to arrange it.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear comfortable clothes, walking shoes, and a hat for sun protection
  • This tour ends on foot in the Historic Center. Return transportation to your hotel is not included.

Cancellation policy

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

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