Cartagena Old Town Authentic Food Tour with 9 Flavorful Tastings

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Monumento Torre del Reloj

  Originally the only entrance to the fortified city, this iconic yellow gate is the symbol of Cartagena. Standing under its arches, you are at the threshold between the modern city and the colonial past. It opens into the Plaza de los Coches, where you’ll find the famous Portal de los Dulces, a row of stalls selling traditional coastal sweets made by local families for generations.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Plaza de Bolivar

  This is the most peaceful and shaded spot in the city. Surrounded by massive trees and colonial buildings with ornate balconies, it houses the Palace of the Inquisition and the Gold Museum. It’s the perfect place to sit on a bench, watch the Palenqueras in their colorful dresses, and feel the "old world" atmosphere of the 16th century.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  You can actually walk along the top of the massive coral-stone walls that encircle the city. The section near the Baluarte de Santo Domingo is the most famous spot to watch the sunset over the Caribbean Sea. It’s a stunning reminder of the city’s military past, built to defend the Spanish Crown's gold from pirates like Sir Francis Drake.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver

  This majestic church and monastery are dedicated to the "Slave of the Slaves," a priest who spent his life ministering to the Africans brought to the city’s port. The plaza in front is filled with quirky iron sculptures and is one of the most photographed spots in the city. Inside, the quiet, lush courtyard offers a stark, beautiful contrast to the humid heat outside.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Plaza de Santo Domingo

  This is the vibrant heart of the city’s social life. In the center of the square sits the famous "Gertrudis" statue by the legendary Colombian artist Fernando Botero. Local legend says that rubbing her (well-worn) bronze curves brings luck in love. Surrounded by open-air restaurants and the oldest church in the city, it’s the best place to enjoy the evening breeze and live music.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• 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
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.

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