Free Walking Tour of Cartagena de Indias
Description
On the day of the activity, we'll meet at the indicated meeting point to start our walking tour around Cartagena. We'll head towards the city walls, named by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, and arrive at the San Pedro Claver Square. Here, we'll admire a church with the same name, and our expert guide will tell us about the Spanish saint it represents.
We'll cross the city's old port to reach the clock tower. With its yellow walls, this icon of the city has been welcoming locals and tourists since the 19th century. Next, we'll pass through another square, Plaza de los Coches, where we'll see the statue of Pedro de Heredia, the founder of Cartagena de Indias!
We'll continue discovering all about him in the Teatro Heredia theatre, and we'll travel back in time at the Palace of Inquisition. Did you know that this colonial house used to have torture chambers? After, we'll head to Simón Bolívar Park, the green heart of the city.
We'll wander through the city's winding streets until reaching the Santa Catalina de Alajandría Cathedral, one of the oldest cathedrals in South America. The dome, with its colors and details, has become one of the symbols of Cartagena.
Finally, we'll see the emblematic Plaza de la Aduana, a square that used to be the administrative center of the city. Plus, we'll see where Pedro de Heredia used to live and a statue of Christopher Columbus.
We'll finish the tour after 2.5 hours in the city center.
Meeting Points
The meeting point for this free tour of Cartagena de Indias varies based on the day of the week:
- Monday to Friday at 9:55 am: we'll meet at Calle 34
- Saturdays and Sundays at 9:55 am: we'll meet at Plaza Santa Domingo
- Every day at 3 pm: we'll meet at the Institución Universitaria Bellas Artes y Ciencias de Bolívar
Groups
Please note that this free tour doesn't admit groups of more than 6 people, even if they book the activity separately. If your group is bigger than 6 people, we recommend checking out this private tour of Cartagena de Indias.
More Information
Duration
2h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Not included
Tips
When to book?
You can book up until 18 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Beyond Colombia
Corporate name: Beyond Colombia BC SAS
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Vivamos Colombia Travel
Corporate name: Paola Vanessa Pava Jaimes
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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