Colombia · City Tours

Full-Day Cartagena Old City Tour with Museums and Historic Landmarks

1 Day Round trip from Cartagena Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Convento de la Popa atop Mount Popa
02 Explore Castillo San Felipe de Barajas on the strategic Hill of San Lázaro
03 See the Sanctuary of San Pedro Claver and learn about its namesake saint
04 Discover pre-Columbian treasures at the Zenú Gold Museum

Explore Cartagena's panoramic views, museums, and historical landmarks that reflect the heritage of this port city on Colombia's Caribbean coast. In the walled Old Town, founded in the 16th century, discover lively squares, cobblestone streets, and colourful colonial buildings alongside some of the city's most iconic monuments.

The castle is located on the Hill of San Lázaro in a strategic position, dominating the city's land and sea approaches.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Cartagena

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cartagena's Historic Landmarks and Museums

10:00 am - Visit the Convento de la Popa. The convent, cloister, and chapel of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria de la Popa are located at the top of Mount Popa in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.
11:00 am - Visit Castillo San Felipe de Barajas. The castle is located on the Hill of San Lázaro in a strategic position, dominating the city's land and sea approaches. The Spanish built it during the colonial era.
12:00 p.m. - Visit the Sanctuary of San Pedro Claver. He was a Spanish Jesuit priest and missionary born in Verdú who became the patron saint of slaves, the Republic of Colombia, and ministry to African Americans because of his life and work.
2:00 pm - Explore the squares and streets, then visit the Zenú Gold Museum. The museum focuses on pre-Columbian relics, with more than 600 gold, silver, and ceramic pieces on display.