Santa Marta Churches Tour
Description
At the scheduled time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Santa Marta. Are you ready to go on a walking tour of the most beautiful cities on Colombia's Caribbean coast?
We'll first make our way to the San Juan de Dios Chapel, a beautiful church built in the colonial style that dates back to 1746. Currently, it is one of the most revered churches in Santa Marta. Don't skip discovering why it is so well-renowned!
We'll continue this tour of Santa Marta at the old Capuchin Monks convent, built in the 18th century in the Baroque style. In this monastery, which has a stunning central patio, we'll see the interesting symbols that it holds and learn about its history. Did you know it was an important centre for learning and religious meetings during the colonial age?
The next stop will be in front of the San Francisco de Asís Church, declared a National Monument. This church has overcome much adversity in the past including earthquakes and pirate attacks. It even used to house a women's prison!
We'll then make our way to the main religious structure in the city. The Santa María Cathedral Basilica. Which is considered one of the oldest churches in Latin America. We'll then head inside to admire its stained glass windows and learn about its history. The site even housed the remains of Simón Bolívar before they were moved to Venezuela.
Finally, we'll pass by the Santa María Bishops House, and after 1.5 hours, we'll bring the tour to an end back at the the hotels.
More Information
Duration
1h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
English–speaking guide
When to book?
You can book up until 24 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:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Bessones Operacion Turistica
Corporate name: BESSONES TRANSPORTE COLOMBIA S.A.S
Pets
Allowed, only in outdoor areas.
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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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
