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Uncover Cartagena’s colonial legacy at the Palace of the Inquisition. Walk through its grand halls, see chilling relics of the Spanish Inquisition, and admire stunning 18th-century design. A must-see landmark for history lovers and curious minds.
Discover Cartagena’s secrets with a 5-Star Licensed Private Guide
Enter the Palace of the Inquisition with included tickets
See original torture devices and artifacts from the Spanish Inquisition
Learn how faith and power shaped Cartagena’s colonial history
Admire grand colonial architecture in a peaceful, story-filled setting
Step into Cartagena’s colonial heart with a Private Guide from Rosotravel and uncover the haunting history of the Palace of the Inquisition. This 2-hour experience includes tickets and expert commentary tailored just for you. Enjoy comfort, depth, and exclusivity you won’t find in group tours. Discover Cartagena’s past with Rosotravel today!
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Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide In Front of Hotel Movich Cartagena De Indias, Centro Histórico, Calle de Vélez Danies, No. 4 – 39, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
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Meet your guide In Front of Hotel Movich Cartagena De Indias, Centro Histórico, Calle de Vélez Danies, No. 4 – 39, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Private tour of the Palace of the Inquisition and delve into the darker chapters of Cartagena’s history. Located near the peaceful Plaza de Bolívar, this grand colonial building once served as the seat of the Spanish Inquisition in the Americas. With Skip-the-Line Tickets and a Licensed Guide, you’ll explore exhibitions that reveal how religion, fear, and colonial power shaped the city. Step inside to encounter preserved chambers and chilling artifacts, including original instruments used during interrogations. These somber displays offer insight into the methods of the Inquisition and the personal stories entwined with them. Yet the palace also reveals another side of life in colonial Cartagena, with exhibits featuring pre-Columbian pottery, antique furniture, coins, and religious art. Admire the building itself—an architectural gem of the 18th century, with graceful stone arches, carved wooden balconies, and sun-drenched courtyards.
1 hour 50 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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