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PRIVATE CITYTOUR: A Journey Through Time and Color
Prepare for an adventure like no other in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia! Our PRIVATE city tour is a vibrant tapestry of history and culture. Our odyssey commences with a visit to the legendary San Felipe's fortress, a bastion of the past. As you explore its intricate tunnels and mighty ramparts, you'll be transported to an era of daring conquests. But that's just the beginning!
After unearthing the secrets of San Felipe, we'll lead you to Getsemaní, Cartagena's most colorful neighborhood. Here, the streets burst with life, adorned in dazzling street art and echoing with local rhythms. As we wander through these vibrant lanes, you'll immerse yourself in Cartagena's authentic soul.
As part of this unforgettable experience, you’ll visit the Emerald Museum, where you’ll dive into the fascinating history of Colombian emeralds—one of the country’s most renowned exports.
Entrance fees to the monuments are not included.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
Visiting San Felipe Fortress in Cartagena, Colombia, is a journey through history, immersing you in the city's rich past and strategic significance. This iconic fortress offers a glimpse into the colonial era and its defensive marvels, showcasing the architectural prowess that protected the city for centuries.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Plaza de La Trinidad
This square is the heart of the neighborhood of Getsemaní.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Parque centenario
This will be our meeting point. Here you will know about the places we are going to discover during our walking.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Plaza de la Aduana
This is the biggest square of the city where we discover the biggest houses around it.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Monumento a Pedro de Heredia
We will meet the founder of Cartagena, Pedro de Heredia.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Barrio Getsemani
This is one of the most colorful neighborhoods in Cartagena where we are going to discover & walk the streets full of graffitis, colorful umbrellas & the Magic realism corner full of yellow butterflies. In this place you could get very beautiful pictures that our team would be very glad to help you with.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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As part of this unforgettable experience, you’ll visit the Emerald Museum, where you’ll dive into the fascinating history of Colombian emeralds—one of the country’s most renowned exports. Did you know? Emeralds are rare gems found in only a few places worldwide, including Zambia, Zimbabwe, Russia, and Brazil. However, Colombia is the global leader, producing a stunning 60% of the world’s emeralds. ⛏️ Discover the Mines Colombia’s emeralds come from three iconic mining regions: Muzo, Coscuez, and Chivor. Each produces emeralds with unique qualities that make them truly one of a kind.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8Plaza de la Proclamacion
This square is in front of the biggest church The Cathedral Santa Catalina de Alejandría.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Catedral Santa Catalina de Alejandria
We will get inside the cathedral to see its magnificent architecture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Portal de Los Dulces
In this place we will meet the sweetest place in our city where you discover & can taste the typical sweets of the Colombian coast.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Torre del Reloj
The Clock tower was the main entrance to the other neighborhood of Cartagena where the richest people during the colonial time lived.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We will hear about the process of the independence from Spain, and we met the monument to the most important and famous Latin American man during the 1900s.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Plaza de San Pedro Claver
In this square we will have the opportunity to see one of the most beautiful churches and we will meet the father of the human rights during the colonial time, the kindest priest in history, Pedro Claver.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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In this square we will discover the first church constructed during the colonial time.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
15Palacio de La Inquisicion
We will pass by the inquisition palace where we will hear about the Spanish inquisition, and we will find on the darkest side of the catholic church.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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