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African History in Cartagena

5.0 (7 reviews) 2 h 35 min Free cancellation Private tour
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African History in Cartagena

About this activity

Join us in an emotional and enriching experience, walking through the most significant streets of Cartagena de Indias, where we will explore the history and legacy that African communities left, in addition to the influence that slavery had on our society and culture.

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 35 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by
OLA CARTAGENA

Ages: Children (6–14 years) · Adults (15–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Bottled water

Not included

  • Not included: Return to the hotel
  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

  1. Torre del Reloj

    15 min

    The clock tower is the main gate to the impressive walled city.

  2. Plaza de la Aduana

    20 min

    The trade of enslaved people took place here.

  3. Plaza de San Pedro Claver

    20 min

    In this square we will talk about the influence of Haiti on our independence in Colombia

  4. Baluarte de San Francisco Javier

    15 min

    In this place we will know the history of Cartagena fortifications

  5. Catedral Santa Catalina de Alejandria

    15 min

    This Catholic church is the most important in the city.

  6. Parque centenario

    15 min

    This park surrounded by trees is the lung of the historic center

  7. Plaza de La Trinidad

    20 min

    We will tour the colorful streets of Getsemani.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

  • Internal side of the clock tower, right where the statue of Pedro de Heredia is located (Plaza de los coches)

End point

Pickup points

  • Hilton Cartagena Hotel
  • Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
  • Estelar Cartagena de Indias Hotel y Centro de Convenciones

Pickup only in the Walled city, Boca Grande, Marbella and Manga neighborhood areas.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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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

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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