Walled City Cartagena Free Walking Tour

9.5
1363 Reviews
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Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Plaza Santa Teresa, outside Museo Naval Del Caribe
Languages
English, Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

– History Lovers Welcome!
If you love history, this is your tour!
Enjoy a panoramic walking tour through the most iconic streets and plazas of Cartagena’s historic center, no museums, just open-air history and vibrant storytelling.

We start at Plaza Santa Teresa with an introduction to the city’s origins, then explore:
• San Pedro Claver
• Plaza de la Aduana
• Clock Tower (Plaza de los Coches)
• Plaza de la Proclamación
• The Cathedral
• Plaza Simón Bolívar
• Santo Domingo
• Plaza de la Merced

Along the way, you’ll learn about:
Pirates and fortifications
Slavery and African heritage
Cartagena’s independence
Balconies, door knockers, and colonial houses

Important: At 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM, we require at least 2 people booked to run the tour. Morning tours are perfect for those who prefer fewer crowds and a more personal experience.

Join us to discover the stories behind the stones. Your support keeps history alive!
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 2 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • PLAZA DE LA MERCED
  • Catedral de Santa Catalina de Alejandría
  • Plaza Simon Bolivar
  • Plaza de Los Coches
  • Plaza de Santa Teresa
  • Santo Domingo Square
  • Plaza San Pedro Claver
  • Plaza de la Aduana

Our Guides

IMERA speaks Spanish, English and French  — Guide of Walled City Cartagena Free Walking Tour, Colombia
IMERA speaks Spanish, English and French
Jesús  — Guide of Walled City Cartagena Free Walking Tour, Colombia
Jesús
Edgar  — Guide of Walled City Cartagena Free Walking Tour, Colombia
Edgar
Manuel  — Guide of Walled City Cartagena Free Walking Tour, Colombia
Manuel
Edgardo. Italian, Spanish and English  — Guide of Walled City Cartagena Free Walking Tour, Colombia
Edgardo. Italian, Spanish and English

Meeting point

Plaza Santa Teresa, outside Museo Naval Del Caribe

On arrival

Please, go to Plaza Santa Teresa, outside Museo Naval Del Caribe, and right there you will find our tour guides with YELLOW UMBRELLAS.

Things to note

Feel free to give according to your satisfaction.

How can the tour be free?

Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.

Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.

Rating
9.5
Organisation
9.9
Atmosphere
9.8
Content
9.5
Guide
9.5
Usefulness
9.4
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Free Cancellation

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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