Cartagena: Private Tour of the Historic Walled City & Getsemaní

4.9 (248 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

The colorful and sonorous Magic of the Caribbean is lived in the Historic Center & the Getsemaní neighborhood of Cartagena. The colors are predominant in its beautiful streets and houses, symbolic graffiti, beautiful flowers, and unique decoration. You will feel the popular traditions of Cartagena with its people. On our tour, you will learn what does the history of the city, its walls, streets and what it is to be from Cartagena, get to know the other side of the story, its music, and its color. With us, you will make your visit one of the most interesting and spectacular experiences in Cartagena.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: NEXPERIENCE

Ages: Children (5–14 years) · Adults (15–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Tour Guide
Included: Only pick-up is included

Itinerary

Torre del Reloj

10 min

Here we will learn about the indigenous people who were there before the Spanish conquest, and also we´ll look into the spanish conquest.
Plaza de la Aduana

10 min

We will talk about the conquest process, slavery and San Basilio de Palenque.
Museo de Arte Moderno Cartagena

10 min

Art is no stranger to the tour, so we highlight the city's Museum of Modern Art, talking about its history.
Plaza de San Pedro Claver

10 min

San Pedro Claver, slave of slaves, illustrates his fight against the enslavement of the Spanish empire.
Baluarte de San Ignacio

10 min

Cartagena was a city besieged by pirates and corsairs. Hear the history of great battles and the reason for the existence of the city walls.
Plaza de Bolivar

10 min

After the history of collinization, we enter the independence of Colombia and Cartagena.
Stop 7

15 min

We will talk about the importance of art, champeta and salsa dancing, graffiti, and many interesting topics on this street.
Stop 8

15 min

We will go through a very famous street full of legends and graffiti. We will pass through the Lemaitre soap and perfume store and learn about the industrial side of the neighborhood.
Plaza de La Trinidad

15 min

In this famous square, we will have a tasting of fried foods, while we talk about the importance of the church and the Plaza de la Trinidad. We will show the figure of Pedro Romero and Father Omaña and the graffiti of Maria Mulata.
Stop 10

15 min

Here we talk about the trades and customs of Cartagena.
Parque centenario

15 min

We will enter the Centennial Park and the independence of Cartagena. There we will talk about the importance of the mulattoes and browns of Gethsemane. We will observe animals such as the sloth bear, iguanas, monkeys, and birds if you let yourself be surprised.
Camellon de los Martires

15 min

Meeting point, introduction, explanation of the statues and busts. Here we will also talk about Los Pegasos.
Stop 13

15 min

We will visit the alley of umbrellas to be dazzled with its magic and take beautiful photos.
Stop 14

15 min

We will learn about the Getsemaní anthem and the importance of the square in the time of pirates and corsairs attack.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our meeting point is at Camellón de Los Mártires on the outside of the clock tower, across the avenue. There is a statue whose name is the same as the square. You will recognize us because we identify ourselves with an ORANGE UMBRELLA with the name Nexperience on it and our tour guide holding it! :)

End point

The end point will be at the Santa Bárbara Bastion, which was part of the defensive system that protected the only access road from the mainland to the city.

Pickup points

Hotel Pueblito Playa
Hotel Boutique At The Park
Hotel-Hostal Santo Domingo
Hotel Casa Del Gobernador
Casa de Alba Hotel Boutique
Hotel Casa de las Palmas
Hotel Boutique Casa del Coliseo
Hotel Casa del Curato
Hotel Casa Lourdes
Casa El Carretero
San Pedro Hotel Spa
Hotel Dorado Plaza Calle Del Arsenal

and 248 more pickup points

The pickup point would be coordinated using a message from the platform or through WhatsApp one day before the scheduled tour. We will go to the previously arranged pickup point and we will give you the instructions through the message from the platform or WhatsApp. If there are hotels not within the indicated area but are close to the city's Historic Center, we can also arrange the pick-up. It's a matter of coordinating! :)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Walking Tour with Hotel Pickup

2.5 hrs Private Walking Tour: Private tour guide, hotel pick up and tour through the Walled City and Getsemaní.

Pickup included
Tour from Cruise Terminal

Walking Tour from Cruise Port: Private tour guide, Cruise Port pick up & drop off and tour through the Walled City and Getsemaní.

Pickup included