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- Spanish
Walk the city walls of Cartagena with our special audio tour and commentary provided by the voice of Antonio Arévalo, one of its creators. You'll start at the bastion of San Pedro Martir and see the fortress of San Felipe from afar. Your narrator will explain the reasons why these great fortresses and the different elements of colonial military technology that made them the best defensive weapon against pirate attacks for centuries. You will pass by the old bullring of Serrezuela and the bastion of St. Lucas and St. Catalina. You'll hear about the colonial-era water reserves that were built inside the fortress. The tour ends with an entertaining quiz where you can test your newly acquired knowledge. And if you are lucky, you can visit the cistern with special 3D sound effects. This tour can be done independently of the Cartagena Fortress: The Rise of the Wall part II.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Self-guided audio tours that let you immerse yourself in the stories of the places you visit, at your own pace, on your own terms. This is an audio tour experience. No tour guide will meet you, and No admission tickets are sold. You will start this tour in the Bastion of San pedro Martir
go to to Espigon de la Tenaza
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
You will start this tour of the walled city in the Bastion of San Pedro Martir . Antonio Arevalo the military engineer that created part of these walls travels in time especially to guide you on this journey.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
As we walk along the wall, we will pass by the iconic Serrezuela building, once a bull fighting ring.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The bastions are presented in all its glory as you learn the military techniques that were implemented to protect the city.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The first part of the tour of the walls of Cartagena ends with a game, follow the narrator voice and instructions.
Admission ticket free -
Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas (Pass by)
Historic landmark
Admission ticket free -
Las Bovedas (Pass by)
Historic landmark
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Church
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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