City Tour from Cartagena
Fascinating tour of the Ancient and Modern city, with a visit to one of its most representative monuments: San Felipe de Barajas Castle, a vast fortification steeped in history and mystery, is hidden in its stone tunnels. A panoramic tour of the city follows.
A short walk will be taken through the city's historic center, where you'll find churches, museums, plazas, restaurants, shops, and jewelry stores. In this historic center you will find everything you need to never forget this wonderful destination: Cartagena de Indias.
Visit to Getsemaní, an old and bohemian neighborhood. Its wide range of cultural, gastronomic, hotel, and party services make this one of the most recognized and visited areas.
Difficulty level: YO Recommendations: sunscreen, hat, light clothing, and comfortable walking shoes.
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City Tour from Cartagena
Pickup included
What's included in City Tour from Cartagena
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Centro Historico
Guided tour of the old part of the city to appreciate its streets, squares, churches, cathedrals, and architecture typical of this area.
Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
Located on San Lázaro Hill, the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas is a military fortress built in 1657 during the Spanish colonial era to defend the territory by land. It is known as "the impregnable" because although it suffered several attacks by enemies of the Spanish crown, it was never taken. It is part of the national Cultural Heritage List, and in 1984 UNESCO included the "Port, Fortresses, and Monumental Complex of Cartagena de Indias" in the representative list of Historical and Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Barrio Getsemani
A bohemian neighborhood in the city of Cartagena, known for its colorful homes, graffiti, decorated streets, and wide variety of local cuisine and culture.
Inclusions
- Guide and Entrance to Castillo San Felipe
- Shared transportation, but exclusive for activity participants.
- Does not include food or drinks.
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Passengers are picked up at their hotels by properly identified Decameron Explorer staff.
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Ticket Redemption
Identify yourself with the name of the owner and Viator reservation with the guide.
