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Description
Explore Cartagena, one of Colombia's most historically and culturally rich tourist destinations. Check out the city's highlights at different key spots, such as Cartagena Cathedral in Plaza de los Coches, Palacio de la Aduana in Plaza de la Aduana, and the statue of "Libertador" Simón Bolívar at the Bolivar Square. Throughout the tour, your local guide will share insights and stories to make you fall in love with the city!
Highlights
- Discover the Catholic Church's role in Cartagena's history at Palacio de La Inquisición
- Learn about San Pedro Cláver and his work at San Pedro Plaza
- Wander around to see the highlights of Plaza de los Coches and Plaza de la Aduana
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- Meet the tour guide at Camellón de Los Mártires, where the guide will introduce the geographical reason why the Spanish conquistadores chose this spot as the safe box for their treasures. This place will also allow views of the new 4 Seasons Hotel, the Convention Center, and the La Bodeguita dock at the inlet or Caleta of the Cartagena Bay.
- Walk through the Torre del Reloj and enter the walls of the most desired port city of the Caribbean Sea, dating back to the colonial days.
- Visit Plaza de los Coches, where the guide will share about the foundation of Cartagena. Explore the Plaza to see Cartagena Cathedral and other historical architecture.
- Continue to the famous Portál de Los Dulces, where you will get to see the local sweet treats offered in this place since the 19th century.
- Proceed to the magnificent Plaza de la Aduana, where the riches of Spain are represented in gold, silver, emeralds, pearls, and fruits. Aside from Palacio de la Aduana and its beautiful architecture, this spot will allow you to gaze deep into the local culture and history.
- Learn about San Pedro Cláver, a Jesuit priest who dedicated his life to being "the slave of the slaves" at Plaza de San Pedro. At Portál de Los Escribanos, learn about Colombian beauty queens.
- See the important statue of "Libertador" Simón Bolívar, the father of the nation in Parque Bolívar.
- Admire the architecture of Palacio de La Inquisición, and learn more about the institution of the Catholic Church and how it worked like a secret police for the Pope and the Vatican.
- The guide will then walk you through the beautiful cobbled streets of the town to visit the Plaza de Santo Domingo, where you will see a sculpture of Gertrudis, also known as La Gorda de Botero.
What's Included
- English-speaking tour guide
What's Excluded
- Tip and gratuities
- Entrance fees (if applicable)
Meeting Point
Camellón de Los Mártires
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price. Starting From
USD 95 / group