Cartagena Walking Tour: Walled City & Getsemani
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Cartagena's historic Walled City
- Discover the artistic Getsemani neighborhood
- Learn about Cartagena's rich colonial history
- Experience local street art and murals
- Enjoy insights from a knowledgeable local guide
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Cartagena's Walled City
- Visit to the vibrant Getsemani neighborhood
- Local insights into Cartagena's history and culture
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
We get you. You prefer to know new places on your own. Just let us walk you through the main sites and give you useful insights of the city so you can enjoy it more. Meet new people and our guide at La Torre del reloj (Clock Tower) and let him show you what the Walled City and Getsemani have hidden away. This free walking tour in Cartagena is available in English and Spanish and you will find one of our guides holding the yellow umbrella at the meeting point.
You will start strolling around the colonial and colorful houses as you know more about the main squares and bastions that traced our path to independence. Visit Santo Domingo’s square and church, the Cathedral of Santa Catalina de Alejandria (Saint Catherine of Alexandria) among others of great cultural importance.
Afterwards, you will be headed to Getsemani neighborhood which is knowing for having a bohemian spirit. Its streets and alleys boast colors and the lively, friendly, and charismatic spirit of locals who gather outside their houses and welcome everyone who walks by. Stroll around picturesque pieces of street art paintings along some of the most important streets Calle de la Sierpe, Calle San Juan, Calle de la Media Luna, Calle Larga, among others. You’ll get to see some of the best graffiti authors. Of course, this wouldn’t be the perfect tour without tasting Colombia’s flavors so you will have typical Colombian beers and sweets. We know you will end up wanting to discover more of Cartagena, our “heroic” city: a city that welcomes everyone.
Meeting point
Start Location
Santo Domingo Square, Calle 35, Centro, Cartagena Province, Bolivar, Colombia
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in Spanish; consider a translator if needed.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
- Be prepared for a leisurely walk; the pace is moderate.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for cobblestone streets.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Don’t forget your camera
- Bring comfortable shoes and water
- Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen
- Do not walk away from the group
- Be aware you are paying the tip of the tour in advance
Traveler reviews
Not to be missed
Our guide was Robert and he was excellent. We were given a lot of details about the history of both Cartagena and Colombia. It is a great start to a visit to the city as it's a great way to get ones bearings.
Carlos the best guide
This tour was educational, fun, and interesting. Carlos our Guide was the best. I take your time explaining the history of the city. We were so pleased taking pictures. With Carlos you will have the best time!
Great service
We had a great time, the tour guy( Carlos) was excellent, very knowledgeable, funny and very informative about every little detail.
Enjoyable and informative historical walking tour
Rafael took us on a very enjoyable and informative walk around the old centre and Getsemaní. He had a great way of communicating his knowledge of the history of the city, both for us as adults and our teenage daughters who also really enjoyed themselves.
Must do
Legacy was absolutely fantastic, intelligent and good sense of humour. He made the tour fun and I learnt a lot about Cartagena.