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Cartagena: Walled City of Cartagena & Getsemani Private Tour

1. Cartagena: Walled City of Cartagena & Getsemani Private Tour

Explore the Walled City of Cartagena and the neighborhood of Getsemani on a private tour. Travel through Colombia's history as your guide takes you through the city's historic center. Savor Colombian staples with a tasting of traditional snacks in the hip Getsemani. The tour begins in Plaza de Bolívar, also known as Peace Square, by the clock tower. Travel. Enter a different century as you visit the Walled City of Cartegena's historic spots and attractions. Visit San Pedro Claver Square and see the walls and bastions bordering the sea. Hear how these fortifications were important in the 16th and 17th-centuries in defending the territory from enemy troops. While on the square, also admire San Pedro Claver Church and its Spanish Colonial architecture. Stroll through narrow streets and among old colonial heritage houses to then try some Caribbean Colombian food. Have the chance to enjoy 2 traditional snacks, arepa with egg (a fried corn-based tortilla with an egg inside) and raspao (a cup of shaved ice with a fruity syrup). Experience different sides of Cartagena and catch up with the locals in Getsemani. Get to know the city's culture, tradition, and diversity on this walking tour.

Cartagena: Bike Tours Around the City

2. Cartagena: Bike Tours Around the City

In a shared or private group and with the expertise of a local guide, get to know the lively and colorful city of Cartagena by bike. Choose whether to begin your tour at the meeting point or upgrade your experience to include hotel pickup. Select between 2 tour routes: Historic Route: Enjoy a dynamic and fun tour of the entire walled city, seeing and discovering its monuments and history. Explore walls, bastions, fortifications, museums, squares, parks, and the Palace of the Inquisition. Visit one of the most emblematic Colonial Old Houses in the historic center, and find out about its history. See a display of an original cannon bullet dating back to the 17th century and go up to the lookout balcony where you can take amazing pictures from above Cartagena and have a complimentary refreshing drink. Also visit the San Felipe Fortress and Getsemaní, the most famous and oldest neighborhood in Cartagena with over 450 years of history (entrances fees are not included). If your tour leaves after 10 AM, you will have time to stop at a local craft beer shop where you will be given a tasting of different beers. Graffiti & Arts Route: Embark on a cultural tour and discover the graffiti and urban street art scenes of Getsemaní. Visit local artists' studios, and learn about the cultural richness of Cartagena and its historical roots. If you wish, you can make your own painting and buy it as a memory.

Cartagena: Getsemani Highlights and Graffiti Walking Tour

3. Cartagena: Getsemani Highlights and Graffiti Walking Tour

See a new side of Cartagena as you explore hip Getsemani with a local guide. Learn about the area’s history through the graffiti art that is all around. Understand the meanings behind the images of wild animals, famous faces, and daily life. Follow your guide along colonial streets to the main sights of the neighborhood. You will visit Centenario park, Holy Trinity Square, and Umbrella street. You’ll also spend some time at Las Tablitas, a store considered the oldest house in Getsameni. Take plenty of photos of the mind-blowing local murals and depictions of lively urban culture. Browse the artists’ galleries, watch a live painting show, or even try your hand at your own piece (for an additional fee).

Cartagena: Private Getsemani Graffiti Walking Tour and Snack

4. Cartagena: Private Getsemani Graffiti Walking Tour and Snack

Embark on a private walking tour of Getsemani to see its colorful streets filled with pieces of street art and murals. Learn about how social and artistic projects transformed cultural and political changes in the country. Taste local flavors with a traditional snack to top your tour off. See ideas and thoughts expressed through graffiti and murals on this street art tour of Getsemani. Walk to some of the most important places in the neighborhood, including Calle de la Media Luna, Calle San Juan, and Calle Larga, among others. Notice how Getsemani's bohemian spirit comes to life through these pieces of art. Meet locals sitting outside their houses as you stroll, learning from them how the area has been transformed into a cultural and artistic reference over the years. Listen to your local guide explain how artists and activists have tried to make statements about their perspectives of the country’s reality through their graffiti and paintings. Finish your tour with a walk along the Centenary Park before tasting a traditional snack made by locals in the neighborhood.

Cartagena: Walled City and Getsemani Shared Walking Tour

5. Cartagena: Walled City and Getsemani Shared Walking Tour

Explore Cartagena on a guided walking tour. Discover the colonial streets of the Walled City and the vibrant neighborhood of Getsemani as you try some local sweets. Meet your guide at La Plaza de la Aduana. See the colorful colonial houses as you learn about main squares and bastions of the city. Visit Santo Domingo Square and see the Cathedral of Santa Catalina de Alejandria. Afterward, head to the Getsemani neighborhood which is known for having a bohemian spirit. Walk through its streets and alleys boasting vibrant colors. Stroll around picturesque pieces of street art paintings. Taste a variety of typical Colombian sweets as you explore the city. Enjoy some tropical juice from unique fruits, some of which can only be found in the region.

Cartagena: Photography Workshop Tour

6. Cartagena: Photography Workshop Tour

Discover the historic walled city of Cartagena whilst taking part in a theoretical and practical photo workshop. Bring your camera and learn the fundamentals of photography in addition to the historical background of the city. Learn more about architectural, fashion, documentary, and landscape photography whilst improving your visual narrative in each of these areas. The information you receive is personalized according to your needs, level and skills. Prior experience is not required.

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What people are saying about Cartagena

We visited Cartagena using Noriega Tours, for a private tour, and would definitely recommend them to anyone. We communicated with them via text and email and knew they were going to be there to meet us. Just outside the port welcome center, we were met by our guide, Adalberto Gonzalez Ortiz who was a GREAT host and provided an interesting and informative experience. Our driver, Nelson Noviega, was friendly and helpful - and most importantly ON TIME coming and going. Both Nelson & Adalberto spoke very good English which was great. It is well worth taking the private tour - we moved at our own pace - saw things without a crowd and had a local guide there to explain details on the tour. We saw the sights, shopped a little bit, and had a great time. This tour was great - made us feel welcome and was very informative and fun. Another good thing was the value for money. Other tours we took on this trip were not as nice and cost more. We will definitely return to Cartagena.

Easy paced, very informative graffiti walking tour of Getsemani. Jhon was an excellent guide, providing great background information and context on the many artworks/murals seen on this tour (as well as commentary on the Getsemani neighborhood)

Our tour guide Jhon was excellent! He arrived on time and the tour occurred as described. His English was good, and he answered all of our questions. We would take another tour from him in the future.

Jorge was our guide and he was absolutely amazing. Great knowledge, super friendly, very calm and with a great vibe. I loved this tour and would recommend it to anyone! Thanks Jorge

Our tour guide Duran Duran was entertaining, informative and we learned a lot about Cartagena and it’s history