3 hours · Cartagena · Colombia
A day in the streets of Cartagena, with the music and the colors of the old town.
A guided tour of the Getsemaní neighborhood and the San Felipe de Barajas Fortress. The stories of the pirate attacks, the colonial battles and the people who held the walls
- Length
- 3 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Spanish / English
- Departs
- every day
Itinerary
How the day runs
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Step 1
San Felipe de Barajas Castle – Defense of the City:
- We begin at Cartagena’s most famous fortress, built by the Spanish to protect the city from invasions. Your guide will explain the strategic design of the castle, its secret tunnels, and the key battles fought against French and British pirate attacks. Learn about Don Blas de Lezo, the one-eyed, one-legged Spanish naval hero who led the defense against Admiral Vernon’s massive British fleet
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Step 2
Getsemaní – The Soul of Cartagena:
- After the fortress, we walk down to Getsemaní, the artistic and revolutionary heart of Cartagena. Explore its murals, hidden alleys, and hear how this once-marginalized neighborhood played a central role in Cartagena’s independence
What's included
- ✓ Shared tour with other passengers
- ✓ Walking tour of San Felipe Castle and Getsemaní. Historical storytelling focused on piracy, war, and resistance
- ✓ Professional bilingual guide
Not included
- — Hotel pick-up/drop-off
- — Castle entry ticket (Approx. 36,000 COP per person)
- — Food & Beverages
- — Personal travel insurance
- — Gratuities
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen and reusable water bottle
- Hat or cap, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
Know before you go
- Meeting point: San Felipe de Barajas Castle – at the statue of Don Blas de Lezo
Meeting point
Cartagena
Frequently asked
How much does it cost?
US$70 per person. The price on the card is the whole price.
How long does it take?
3 hours.
What's included?
Shared tour with other passengers, Walking tour of San Felipe Castle and Getsemaní. Historical storytelling focused on piracy, war, and resistance, Professional bilingual guide.
What's not included?
Hotel pick-up/drop-off, Castle entry ticket (Approx. 36,000 COP per person), Food & Beverages, Personal travel insurance, Gratuities.
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