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  • Explore Cartagena
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  • Top sights
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  • Outside Cartagena

Castle San Felipe de Barajas

Oceanarium Rosario Islands

Roman Theatre, Cartagena

Muelle de la Bodeguita

La Popa Monastery

Tranquila Beach

Clock Tower Monument

Naval Museum Cartagena

Museo de la Esmeralda

Palace of the Inquisition

Mercado de Bazurto

Santuario de San Pedro Claver

Island tours

Neighborhood tours

UNESCO sites

Castle & palace tours

Wellness & spas

Shore excursions

Museums & exhibitions

Churches & cathedrals

Religious & spiritual activities

Nearby sights

Playa Blanca, Baru IslandAttraction in Baru Island, Colombia

Cholón, ColombiaAttraction in Baru Island, Colombia

Bora Bora CartagenaAttraction in Rosario Islands, Colombia

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Boat parties

Clubbing & nightlife tours

Diving

Sailing trips & boat tours

Dinner & lunch cruises

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Aquariums

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Hop-on Hop-off tours

Quad & ATV tours

Dolphin & whale watching

Explore more things to do in Cartagena

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Cartagena: BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city

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Cartagena: BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city
4.295154 out of 5 stars
4.3
4.295154 out of 5 stars
227 reviews

Explore the highlights of Cartagena on a guided city tour in a colorful and Tipycal chiva bus. Discover top sights like the Castle of San Felipe, the walls, and Old Town in a fun way.

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Duration 4 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Skip the line through a separate entrance
Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Pickup included
- You must keep in mind that you are scheduled one hour before the start of the activity (Ocho y Veinte AM) (doce y cuarenta cinco pM) - If you are in the center then you must go to the meeting point which is the historic center of Cartagena Torre del Reloj, you must be between Ocho AM to Ocho y quince AM - If your hotel is located in the tourist and hotel area of; Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillogrande, we will pick you up at the meeting point indicated for each area (Laguito and Castillogrande in Flanagan Park) (Bocagrande in Macdonald, Juan Valdez, Hampton or Grupo Aria building) -We will be writing to you via WhatsApp or calling to confirm the approximate pickup time, this depends on the area where you are located. but we suggest being attentive approximately from Ocho y Veinte AM to Ocho y Cuarenta AM

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

M
Maria – United States

Cesar was great at explaining the historical background of Cartagena. I wish that the photos that were taken were Included with the price. Another then at it was great.

M
Moni – Canada

The tour was excellent!! I really appreciated having an English speaking guide. We got to learn many interesting facts that we never knew about the city. The picture that was taken at the shoe and at the beginning of the castle tour was a plus they were beautiful pictures and it was a nice surprise to have them printed we bought all three of them! Our guide was kind, funny and caring. I would highly recommend this tour! It was a great experience

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Participants

Itinerary

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    Pickup location:

    Centro

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

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    Letras de Cartagena

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Bus tour, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    La India Catalina

    Visit, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

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    Las Botas Viejas

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (15 minutes)

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    Castle San Felipe de Barajas

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

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    Cl. 6 #1148

    Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Sunset, Scenic views on the way, Sunrise (15 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

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    Walled City of Cartagena

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Class, Pass by (45 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (20 minutes)

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    Clock Tower Monument

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Malecon bahia de las Animas

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Centro

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • ENTRANCE AND TOUR IN SAN FELIPE CASTLE INCLUDED
  • India Catalina and Zapatos Viejos Monuments
  • Step back in time with a guided walking tour of Cartagena's Old Town
  • Soak up the laid-back vibe in Laguito
  • You Know the Walls

Full description

Start with a convenient pickup service in the Centro, Bocagrande, Castillogrande, El Laguito districts or board the vibrantly colored Chiva bus at a centrally located meeting point. Start early with a morning tour or sleep in with an afternoon tour.

Experience the modern and tourist area of Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillo Grande. See one of the most beautiful natural bays and a lush linear park. We will pass by the iconic India Catalina, a statue depicting an important indigenous woman and take photos at the Zapatos Viejos (a large shoe statue).

Arrive at Castillo de San Felipe and have the opportunity to enter the castle, take a tour of it, or simply take some photographs of its magnificent Spanish colonial features. Head to the walled city where the walking tour begins.

Follow your guide through the historic center and visit Las Bobedas (armoury) and see the Clock Tower. Return to your pickup point with unforgettable memories of this colorful city.

Includes

  • Certified guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from select locations
  • Tour in traditional Chiva
  • Old Town walking tour
  • ENTRANCE AND TOUR IN SAN FELIPE CASTLE
  • monument India Catalina
  • Monument old shoes
  • Neighborhoods
  • Main Parks
  • Bahia
  • Best beaches
  • Letters of Cartagena
  • food and drink

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash

Know before you go

  • - You must keep in mind that you are scheduled one hour before the start of the activity (08:20 AM) (12:45 AM)
  • - If you are in the center then you must go to the meeting point which is the historic center of Cartagena Torre del Reloj, you must be between 08:00 to 08:15 AM if it is in the afternoon it must be between 12:00 am and 12:45 noon
  • - If your hotel is located in the tourist and hotel area of; Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillogrande, we will pick you up at the meeting point indicated for each area (Laguito and Castillogrande in Flanagan Park) (Bocagrande in Macdonald, Juan Valdez, Hampton or Grupo Aria building)
  • -We will be writing to you via WhatsApp or calling to confirm the approximate pickup time, this depends on the area where you are located. but we suggest being attentive approximately from 8:20 to 8:40 am or in the afternoon from 12:20 to 12:45 pm.
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 227 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Maria – United StatesApril 1, 2025 – Verified booking
Cesar was great at explaining the historical background of Cartagena. I wish that the photos that were taken were Included with the price. Another then at it was great.
M
Moni – CanadaMarch 13, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour was excellent!! I really appreciated having an English speaking guide. We got to learn many interesting facts that we never knew about the city. The picture that was taken at the shoe and at the beginning of the castle tour was a plus they were beautiful pictures and it was a nice surprise to have them printed we bought all three of them! Our guide was kind, funny and caring. I would highly recommend this tour! It was a great experience
L
Lau – Hong KongFebruary 12, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour overall is fascinating and the guide, sorry can't remember his name, he tell the history in details, as l am the client who only knows English. He is responsible and have the initernary well planned. The driver and other staff are also excellent for theirs jobs. Recommended to Cartagena visitors.

Product ID: 610530

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