The Cartagena of García Márquez

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Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Iglesia de la Trinidad.
Languages
English, Spanish
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Overview

Trinity Square
Getsemaní was the neighborhood that first welcomed him. The old suburb is also the setting for some of his great novels.

Lomba and Espiritu Santo Streets
Visit places where Gabo lived, worked, and partied. Appreciation of some graphic tributes.

Calle de la Media Luna (Crescent Street)
The old main entrance to the old city, where the dying Bolivar of The General in his Labyrinth passes through, as well as Sierva Maria de Todos los Santos, the protagonist of Del amor y otros demonios (Of Love and Other Demons).

Camellón de los Mártires
Gabo had a close, almost intimate relationship with its elegant marble benches. Get to know it, as well as other incredible anecdotes.

Clock Tower
In addition to its history, we will find there a unique place that will be a surprise for passionate book collectors.

Bolivar Square
In this square, he spent his first night outdoors upon his arrival in the city. It is also the setting for one of his most important novels, Del amor y otros demonios (Of Love and Other Demons).

La Merced Cloister
Visit the mausoleum where his remains rest.

García Márquez's house and an unforgettable anecdote.
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This activity includes:

  • Clock Tower
  • Plaza de la Trinidad
  • Camellón de los Mártires
  • Plaza de Bolívar
  • STREET OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
  • Catedral de Santa Catalina de Alejandría
  • PORTAL DE LOS DULCES
  • Claustro del Convento de La Merced
  • Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
  • Casa - Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Our Guides

Carlos Castillo — Guide of The Cartagena of García Márquez, Colombia
Carlos Castillo

Meeting point

Iglesia de la Trinidad.

On arrival

I will be waiting in front of Trinity Church.

Rating
9.4
Organisation
10.0
Atmosphere
9.0
Content
9.7
Guide
9.3
Usefulness
9.7
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You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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