Private Cultural Cruise Tour: Explore Historical Monuments of Heroic Cartagena
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Cartagena de Indias
Embark on a private cultural cruise tour in Cartagena La Heroica and explore historical monuments like the Santa Cruz de la Candelaria monastery and San Felipe de Barajas castle. Discover the city's rich history and enjoy shopping in the charming streets.
Duration: 3 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • La Popa Convent - It is important to visit it because it is the highest point in the city, a good orientation point, and on its top is the Santa Cruz de la Candelaria monastery, a beautiful 17th century ecclesiastical construction.

  • Monumento a los Zapatos Viejos - A UNESCO world historical and cultural heritage site, where you can see military, civil and ecclesiastical architecture.

  • Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas - A feat of Spanish engineering in the new world during the colonial era. Historical site of the heroic city.

  • Cartagena - Narrow Alley:

Ideal place for photos taking advantage of the decoration with umbrellas and murals

  • Baluarte El Reducto - Examples of architecture and colonial military strategy.

  • Arte Getsemani - Graffiti and art in the Getsemaní neighborhood

  • Barrio Getsemani - Street of umbrellas in Getsemaní

  • Plaza De Los Coches - Emblematic place in the heart of Cartagena

  • Plaza de la Aduana - The second most important square in the city, the epicenter of trade in Cartagena during the colonial era.

  • Plaza de San Pedro Claver - Beautiful ecclesiastical construction, place where the remains of San Pedro Claver Corberó, servant of the Ethiopians forever.

  • Plaza de Santa Teresa - Place suitable for photographs

  • Walled City of Cartagena - Tour of the wall and the military constructions of the 17th century.

  • Café del Mar Ltda. - The ideal place to watch a sunset, enjoy music and a drink, is the bastion.

  • Parque del Centenario - In commemoration of the independence of Cartagena, there you can see sloths, squirrels, monkeys, iguanas and parrots, which are part of our fauna.

  • Plaza de La Trinidad - The main square of the Getsemani neighborhood where the independence revolution began and its church, the Holy Trinity.

  • Calle del Pozo - great for photography

What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Guided tour
What's Not Included
  • Entrance to the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas - $7 USD
Additional Information

Experience the unique charm of Cartagena La Heroica as you explore its historic sites. Visit the Santa Cruz de la Candelaria monastery on Popa hill, a stunning 12th-century architectural marvel that is steeped in history, and perfectly positioned as a natural viewpoint.

Make sure to explore the San Felipe de Barajas castle, an example of colonial military engineering, and a significant location for battles that shaped the history of this city.

Take a stroll through the city’s plazas and streets to admire the houses with their balconies, churches, convents, and fortifications, and find time to enjoy some shopping.

Location
Port of Cartagena
Calle 28
Port of Cartagena de Indias
Cancellation Policy

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

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Karltp7114yr
Jan 17, 2024
Great way to see Cartegena! - Angel was a very pleasant knowledgeable guy who really knows the city and its history and explains so clearly everything. Couldn’t have a better guide!
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Critic1127
Nov 15, 2022
Tour guide in Cartagena - Tour guide was excellent (Angel Gomez) Very knowledgeable and informative Excellent English and Spanish. Would highly recommend using this service when visiting Cartagena.
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