Private Cartagena City Tour: Explore Historical Battles, Landmarks, and Architecture
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Cartagena
Discover the rich history and architectural wonders of Cartagena on a private city tour. Explore historical battles, landmarks, and panoramic views of this Caribbean gem.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • La Popa Convent - In the stern convent you can admire its architecture while listening to the history of the convent (of the importance of that convent for local festivities) and you can also appreciate the city of Cartagena in all its extension; making a forced stop to talk about the Cartagena society, its social distribution, its poverty, and its people.
  • Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas - We will first talk about the life and work of the hero Blaz de Lezo and then enter the largest fortification of the Caribbean, within which we will visit its highest place (Bonete), we will pass through its tunnels and passages, discovering and feeling each one of the most important events that took place in it and we will also talk about its construction.
  • Centro Historico - We will walk through the streets of the city, while admiring its colonial architecture; We will talk about the foundation and construction of the city, the pirate attacks it suffered, the base of its economy and why Cartagena was the main port of South America. We will visit its beautiful squares, churches, sculptures and monuments while we talk about each one of them, their roles, history and importance in the city of Cartagena.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance tickets to monuments
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a comprehensive city tour that speaks to why Cartagena was considered the financial hub of the Spanish in South America, making it a prime target for Caribbean pirates and privateers. This, in turn, sparked some of the most legendary and brutal naval conflicts within the continent. As a result, this city was fortified and surrounded with the largest defense system in the Caribbean. You’ll visit the stern Convent established and constructed between 1606-1611, positioned atop a hill at 140m elevation, which houses the city’s patron saint (Virgen de la Candelaria). Next, you’ll explore the largest fortification in the Caribbean, the Fort of San Felipe de Barajas. This fort played a decisive role in the 1741 naval battle against Admiral Vernon. Lastly, you’ll enjoy a guided stroll through the antique city, stopping at its squares, churches, and monuments. This is your opportunity to experience the magic of this incredible city (not recommended for cruise passengers).

Location
La Popa Convent
Calle 37
Cancellation Policy

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

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Gilliansb302ou
Dec 29, 2023
Walking tour (+ food tasting) - As it was our first time in Cartagena, we wanted to get a feel for the city on our first day - and taste some of the amazing food! We booked a private tour and Luisa - our guide - could not have been more gracious. She took us to some wonderful spots and we tried so many different foods - and we got a wonderful tour of the city and the area! Would highly, highly recommend. Luisa is so personable and warm, and made us feel right at home in this city. Thank you for such a great introduction to Cartagena!
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Roadwarrior101
Dec 30, 2019
Great Tpur - We really enjoyed the tour with a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. We’d do it again in a heartbeat. Highly recommended!
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Jacqueline
Sep 8, 2019
Excellent Tour! - Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, professional, kind and funny. I have been to Cartagena many times, but really learned more about the history of this beautiful city and enjoyed every minute of the tour.
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