Old City Free Walking Tour Cartagena
This is a panoramic walking tour, we don’t visit museums.
We start in Plaza Santa Teresa with an introduction to the history of Cartagena, then we visit the following Squares:
San Pedro Claver
La Aduana
The Clock tower
Plaza de la Proclamación
The Cathedral
Simon Bolivar
Santo Domingo
Plaza de la Merced
During this walking tour we talk about Piracy, Slavery, Independence, Balconies, Colonial Houses etc.
Everyday at 10:00 AM
Language: English
Duration: 2 hour
Meeting Point: Plaza Santa Teresa
Free Tour Cartagena Team. Colombia
Yellow Umbrella Tour.
City Tour - Cartagena de Indias
We pick you up at your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle if you stay in Bocagrande, Laguito, getsemani and old town. If you’re staying in the historic center, there are two meeting points: 1. Las Bóvedas 2. Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa. You can choose the one closest to your place.
We drive through the neighborhoods of Manga and Bocagrande.
We stop to visit to the Fortress of San Felipe de Barajas.
Tickets Included and the tour in the Fortress
Time for photos and the history of the place.
We drive to visit La Popa Convent. This is the maximum height of Cartagena, 150 meters above the sea level. (tickets included at the convent and info).
We ahead to walking tour in the old city. We go through the main squares and streets.
-Simon Bolivar.
-Plaza de la Aduana
-Plaza de los Coches.
-San Pedro Claver Squar
Language: Spanish/English (simultaneously)
Between Walls & Drums Walking Tour
Live Cultural Experience in Cartagena. Gastronomy, music, dance and Afro-Caribbean tradition in a single experience. Enjoy with us a unique experience that celebrates the cultural richness of Cartagena, expressed in its people, its traditional cuisine, its vibrant music, its ancestral dances, its language and its literature. This sensory journey will transport you through time, from 16th century colonial Cartagena to the diverse and creative city of the 21st century. What does this experience include?
- Tasting of typical Cartagena food.
- Presentation of a live folkloric group.
- Tasting of typical fruits of the region.
- Afro-Caribbean musical show
- Bottle of water for the tour.
- Participation with music teacher
- Cultural guide specialized in history and traditions.
Bazurto Market Food Tour
We meet in Plaza Santa Teresa, outside Museo Naval Del Caribe at 9:00 a.m
We take a public transportation (TRANSCARIBE) to go to Bazurto
When we get there, we will walk through a maze of alleys, where the tour guide will introduce you to all kinds of fruits, vegetables, fish, seafood and meat.
You will try different fruits your tourguide will give a complete description, enjoy Cartagenian food samples (Arepa de huevo, Empanada) later drink your favorite juice before eating a delicious and typical lunch.
At the end of our staying in Bazurto Market you will enjoy a cold Costeñita Beer in a popular bar.
Duration:4 hours aproximately
This food tour includes:
- Transport (TRANSCARIBE).
- Fruits during the tour.
- Colombian fruit juice.
- Tipical Lunch.
- Cold beer.
- Specialized tourguide in English.
Duration: 4 hours
Palenque Tour
Just 48.5 km from Cartagena lies San Basilio de Palenque, the first settlement in the Americas to achieve freedom from slavery. Declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, this village offers a powerful cultural and historical experience.
In this Afro-Colombian cultural tour, you’ll walk through timeless streets, meet inspiring locals, taste authentic Afro-Caribbean cuisine, and learn about the legacy of Benkos Biohó, the African leader who fought for freedom in colonial Colombia.
Tour Highlights:
- Guided walk through Palenque’s historic streets
- Direct interaction with local community members
- Traditional food tasting and culinary demonstrations
- Live music and cultural showcases (subject to availability)
- Stories and history of the legendary Benkos Biohó
- Round-trip transportation from Cartagena
Language: Spanish/English
Free Tour Getsemaní, Mural Art & Graffiti
Know the true history of Graffiti and Mural Art located in the most “cool” neighborhood in the world according to Forbes Magazine, Getsemaní.
We will walk through its streets and learn about the history of its narrow alleys, houses and squares.
After this walking tour you will understand why they always say
“I love Getsemaní”.
We will visit the following streets, among others:
La Sierpe
San Juan
Callejón Ancho.
Callejón Angosto (the umbrellas).
Calle Chancletas.
We will walk on the Walls and you will understand why it is called “El Arrabal de Getsemaní”.
We wait for you in the middle of Parque Centenario (at the foot of the obelisk) to start this wonderful tour.
Mon to Sat 4:00 PM
Make your reservations in time!
Monday to Saturday at 04:00 p.m.
Meeting point: Middle of Parque Centenario (at the foot of the obelisk).
Language: English
Old City and Getsemaní/Graffiti Tour
Discover the best of Cartagena with a charming walking tour through the historic center and the vibrant neighborhood of Getsemaní. This panoramic and compact experience is ideal for travelers who want to explore the city’s highlights without entering museums, while still gaining rich cultural and historical insight.
We start at Plaza Santa Teresa, in front of the iconic Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa, where we give a brief introduction to Cartagena’s history. Then we walk through key historical landmarks such as:
• San Pedro Claver Square
• Simón Bolívar Park
• Plaza de la Aduana
• Clock Tower (Torre del Reloj)
• Plaza de la Proclamación
• Cathedral of Santa Catalina de Alejandría
Next, we cross Parque Centenario and enter Getsemaní, Cartagena’s artistic soul, to explore its powerful street art, murals, and colorful streets full of local life:
• Plaza de la Trinidad
• La Sierpe Street
• San Juan Street
• Wide Alley (Callejón Ancho)
• Narrow Alley (Callejón Angosto)
• Chancletas Street
This Cartagena walking tour blends colonial history with Afro-Caribbean creativity, giving you an immersive cultural experience with the guidance of passionate locals.
Departures: 09:30AM / 04:00 everyday.
Meeting point: Plaza Santa Teresa.
Language: English/Spanish
Duration: 2.5 hours
Virtual Tour in the Old City
Don’t have time to visit Cartagena?
Join our virtual walking tour for one hour to enjoy this wonderful city. Explore with Edgar the walls, balconies, houses, streets, squares and meet Colombian people. You will love it!
Schedule your virtual tour with your friends and family, choose the time and day.
Contact us: everbel8@freetourcartagena.com