Cartagena: Walled City and Getsemani Shared Walking Tour
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Cartagena
Explore the historic Walled City and vibrant Getsemani neighborhood on a free walking tour in Cartagena. Discover the city's rich history, taste traditional Colombian snacks, and meet new people.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Torre del Reloj - We understand your desire for independent exploration. Allow us to introduce you to the key landmarks and provide valuable insights about the city to enhance your experience.

Join fellow travelers and our guide at La Torre del reloj (Clock Tower) for a glimpse into the secrets of the Walled City and Getsemani. This complimentary walking tour in Cartagena is conducted in both English and Spanish. Look for our guide with the yellow umbrella at the rendezvous point.

  • Walled City of Cartagena - Begin your journey amidst the vibrant colonial houses, learning about the historic squares and fortifications that mark our journey to freedom. Explore Santo Domingo’s plaza and church, the Cathedral of Santa Catalina de Alejandria (Saint Catherine of Alexandria), and other sites of significant cultural value.

  • Barrio Getsemani - Next, venture into the Getsemani neighborhood, renowned for its bohemian vibe. Its streets are a kaleidoscope of color, animated by the warm and welcoming locals who congregate outside their homes to greet passersby. Wander through the vivid street art that adorns key thoroughfares such as Calle de la Sierpe, Calle San Juan, Calle de la Media Luna, Calle Larga, and more, featuring some of the most prominent graffiti artists.

Naturally, no tour would be complete without sampling the local Colombian cuisine, so you’ll enjoy traditional Colombian beers and sweets.

We’re confident that by the end of your journey, you’ll be eager to uncover more of Cartagena, our ‘heroic’ city that opens its arms to all visitors.

What's Included
  • Gastronomic experiences
  • Gran Colombia Tours Guide
  • All-risk insurance
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra purchases
Additional Information

The walled city and Getsemani neighborhood are a must-see in the city and the best way to get an introduction is by taking this free walking tour. So, join our friendly local guide and a group of fun travelers at Plaza de la Aduana (Next to the town hall). Walk along the main streets and discover the fascinating contrast between history and the youthful spirit the place is known for. Visit Las Bovedas, Plaza de la Trinidad, Plaza Santo Domingo, and have a gastronomic experience and more in some local traditional spots.

• Walking along the best sites of the Walled City and Getsemani without getting lost
• Tasting traditional Colombian snacks: Exotic fruit juice, and high-quality sweets.
• Introduction to Colombian history and its main events
• Having the best insights and landmarks of the city
• The chance to meet new people

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Don’t forget your camera
  • Bring comfortable shoes and water
  • Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen
  • Do not walk away from the group
  • Be aware you are paying the tip of the tour in advance
Location
Plaza de la Aduana
Find us next to the Town Hall, you will see the guide with a black umbrella.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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969ramonm
Mar 18, 2024
Excellent Tour! - Juan Carlos is an excellent guide, detailing the histories, architecturual details, and informational tidbits of the two neighborhoods mixed in with current dynamics. His recommendations for places to eat and drink are also spot on.
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R1734zcpablof
Feb 24, 2024
Historical Cartagena - Jorge was very friendly and answered all our questions. Great way to get to know the town and the history behind Cartagena!
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Victorvk2002zb
Feb 22, 2024
City tour of Cartagena - Very knowledgeable guide! Well worth the money. Don’t book online as you can save more money by just showing up. Highly recommended
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Sjonniedu
Feb 13, 2024
Great tour by jorge - Jorge was an amazing guide, very informative, great English and had answers to all questions! Definitely recommending a tour by Jorge!
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287camilam
Feb 12, 2024
Great walking Tour! - Jorge was amazing! So many details and very profound knowledge of Colombian history and culture. His English is excellent, had great recommendations and left no question unanswered. Had a great time! Be sure to bring a hat :) Really enjoyed every minute of this tour. Thank you Jorge for a wonderful experience!
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M_q202
Feb 11, 2024
Great tour— highly recommend! - Fantastic walking your! We saw so much— got a great sense of the city. Both walled city and Getsemi. Jorge was a fantastic tour guide. He spoke both English and Spanish, and did a fantastic job ensuring everyone understood. Highly recommend this tour!
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Kevinmb3337cy
Jan 31, 2024
Recommend this tour and Jorge. - We had a great time with Jorge. Great info and tour and his English was bowery very good. He took his time and answered all our questions.
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Pattysc98rc
Jan 28, 2024
Jhon was the BEST! - Our guide Jhon did an amazing job. Super knowledgeable and you could see how passionate he was about his city and its history. We had a wonderful time and would recommend 100%!
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Luis
Jan 27, 2024
Amazing walking tour - Great walking tour! Really gives you a ground level perspective of the historic parts of Cartagena! Jorge was amazing, very knowledgeable and personable!
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Y0rkie77
Jan 26, 2024
Wonderful tour - This tour was fantastic. We had Jorge as our tour guide and he was brilliant. So knowledgeable and friendly and gave us such a good experience. We would highly recommend doing this as a great way to learn the history of Cartagena and also to learn your way around the city.
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