Best Cultural Tours in Cartagena 2025

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 13.00

The best introductory tour to Cartagena: the walled city, a Unesco World Heritage Site and a magical city, with legends and beauty inside the ancient colonial stone wall. Join this fun-filled tour to understand and learn about the origins of the so-called “crown jewel of the coast.” On our walking tour, you will relive the battles and victories of Europeans, the empowerment and influence of Afro cultures, explore the narrow and colorful colonial streets, see the contrast of ancient and modern areas. Enjoy a more immersive walking tour with our wireless audio system! You will never miss a word from your guide, even at a distance. Stay fully focused while enjoying the freedom to explore, take your photos, and immerse yourself in the city’s atmosphere – all without having to strain to listen above noise or crowds.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 11.70

Discover the Historic Center and Gethsemane on this tour through the scenes of enslavement, pirates and corsairs, battles, Graffiti, Salsa and Champeta and much more as a result of the mixture of indigenous, African and Spanish, migrants from Lebanese, migrants from Lebanese. This shared tour lasts about 2 and a half hours, visiting the main squares, churches and important scenes of the walled city of Cartagena. This is the best way to learn about the history of the city and understand its impact on the current dynamics. You will learn to dance Champeta, Salsa and we will play songs with the gentrification that is lived in Gethsemane. Without a doubt, the best experience to get to know the wonderful city of Cartagena de Indias, together with professional guides that will make the tour the best possible experience.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 13.00

Discover the untold history of the famous Gethsemane neighborhood! This is a tour where you will walk the most emblematic streets and squares representative of a historically resilient people, its folklore, its colors, its music and its people. Enjoy a more immersive walking tour with our wireless audio system! You will never miss a word from your guide, even at a distance. Stay fully focused while enjoying the freedom to explore, take your photos, and immerse yourself in the city’s atmosphere – all without having to strain to listen above noise or crowds.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 18.00

Experience the mesmerizing world of emeralds with our exclusive Emerald Museum & Jewelry Workshop: Behind the Scenes Tour! Perfect for jewelry enthusiasts, curious travelers, and anyone fascinated by the allure and science of one of the world’s most precious gemstones. Your journey begins at the Emerald Museum, where you’ll explore the rich history, geology, and cultural importance of emeralds. Discover how these remarkable stones are mined, processed, and transformed into stunning jewelry. Then, enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into our jewelry workshop. Watch master artisans craft exquisite pieces, combining traditional techniques with modern technology, and see firsthand the craftsmanship behind the beauty of emerald jewelry.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 15.00

The walled city and Getsemani neighborhood are a must-see in the city and the best way to get an introduction is by taking this free walking tour. So, join our friendly local guide and a group of fun travelers at Plaza de la Aduana (Next to the town hall). Walk along the main streets and discover the fascinating contrast between history and the youthful spirit the place is known for. Visit Las Bovedas, Plaza de la Trinidad, Plaza Santo Domingo, and have a gastronomic experience and more in some local traditional spots. • Walking along the best sites of the Walled City and Getsemani without getting lost • Introduction to Colombian history and its main events • Having the best insights and landmarks of the city • The chance to meet new people

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 13.00

Cartagena will never be the same after you take this Tour. Be part of an exceptional and magical experience thanks to the stories that give life to the streets, follow the steps taken by our Nobel Prize winner in Literature “Gabo” between squares and bastions, between houses and balconies. If you have not yet read a novel by Gabriel García Márquez, or are a regular fan of his literary works, this tour will enliven your senses and alter your reality. From the Plaza de Santo Domingo to the house of Gabriel García Márquez in San Diego Cartagena, experience the art, music and literature of the bohemian neighborhood in which our writer lived absurd, magical and imaginary realities that influenced his life and later on. the lives of its characters that give complete meaning to the magical realism that we love and fall in love with so much. Learn more about the life of this great artist, explore a different area of the historic center of Cartagena and be inspired by his fantastic stories.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 15.00

Cartagena de indias is a well-known city, thanks to its history, architecture and culture as well as its weather and enchanting people, Those are some of the main reasons that encourage visitors to come to Cartagena. We have designed this experience to introduce our visitors the real cartagena,full of magic and enchantement accompanied by an excelent professional and funny tour guide while touring the most outstanding highlights of Cartagena such as: San Felipe Castle (Panoramic) ,Cartagena Bahia, Las Bovedas, Walled City, New city and the Popular Cartagena. It is the cheapest way to discover Cartagena

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 19.50

On our tours you will get to know a little of our city, such as its fortifications, monuments, it is a tour full of culture where you will feel the history that our city has. We invite you to this wonderful tour, get on the vibrantly colored Chiva bus, experience the modern and touristic area of Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillo Grande. See one of the most beautiful natural bays and a lush linear park and we will take pictures at the Zapatos Viejos (a large shoe statue). Arrive at the Castillo de San Felipe and have the opportunity to enter the castle, take a tour of it or simply take some pictures of its magnificent Spanish colonial features. Head to the walled city where the walking tour begins. Follow your guide through the historic center, have a panoramic view of the Bobedas (armor store) and see the Clock Tower. Return to your pick-up point with unforgettable memories of this colorful city.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 20.00

We are a company with over 20 years of experience in Cartagena, providing a unique and special service for each one of our clients. This tour is a cultural service designed for those who want to learn more about the history of Cartagena, visit the main historical monuments of the city, and discover their historical significance. The highlight is the walk through the historic center, where you'll truly step back in time. The entire service is accompanied by a professional guide. Itinerary: Stop at the bay (photo stop) Stop at the letters (photo stop) Stop at the Old Shoes monument (photo stop) Stop at San Felipe Castle, entrance included (approx. 45 minutes) Walk through the historic center

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 12.00

Heritage and tradition in Cartagena de Indias, one of the oldest cities in America. Full of magic, taste and culture. The city center gives us the living memory of different times. We will walk streets with stories of slavery, market and port. Gethsemane, tradition and culture. Three races that mix in the arrabal to give birth to Cartagena for real. One of the most popular and most beautiful neighborhoods in the world, must-see in the city.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 6.00

Where I come from is an exceptional cultural exchange, in which you will experience and learn about Cartagena’s identities and pluriculturalism that resonate in the city’s neighbourhoods. Where I come from provides a glimpse into the rich cultural life of Cartagena’s popular neighbourhoods, as well as into the different social factors that historically excluded them. The aim of this project is to show you from different parts of the city how life in Cartagena has been one of community spirit, struggle and a search for identity. Our experience begins by meeting at the clock tower in the historic center, from there we will travel by public transportation bus to the authentic and popular neighborhood of El Pozón, where the main development of our cultural exchange will take place. During the ride, we will narrate and teach the most important events of the history, its development and the places that stand out along the way. Join us on this adventure!

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 5.00

Start your visit to Cartagena with purpose and style. This panoramic Welcome Tour is designed for travelers just arriving — whether from the airport or your hotel — offering a smooth, air-conditioned ride through the city’s most iconic spots. You'll visit the Cartagena welcome sign, enjoy a scenic drive along the historic old city, and stop at three carefully selected photo spots where your local guide will help you capture stunning memories. Along the way, you'll also receive personalized recommendations for restaurants, tours, and hidden gems to enjoy during your stay. ⚠️ This booking price reserves your date only. The full experience cost is $55 USD per person, with remaining details arranged after confirmation.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 10.00

On this special audio tour you will get to know Getsemani, one of the coolest neighborhoods in Cartagena. The pirate Black Bart takes you on this peculiar tour of Getsemani. Get ready to laugh and discover, because this narrator is very eccentric. Black Bart will start in Arsenal Street and tell you the famous story of Pedro Romero, better known as "Matancero", a local hero and martyr who led the Cartagena uprising against the colonists. You will discover the Plaza del Pozo and the artwork of Carmona, a famous Colombian contemporary artist. On your tour, you will discover the stories behind the neighborhood's names, such as "Las Chancletas", Lomba and Angosto y Ancho Street. Towards the end of the tour, you'll hear a spooky story about Sierpe Street and the witch who inhabited the neighborhood. The soundwalk ends with you learning the legend of "Tripita y Media" and Maravilla Street.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 25.00

Meet us at Plaza de la Trinidad in Getsemaní, where we’ll start our journey. Stroll through the lively streets of this historic neighborhood, famous for its colorful murals and local charm. From there, we’ll walk to the impressive San Felipe Castle, where you’ll discover the fortress that protected Cartagena from invaders. This tour is ideal for those looking to discover Cartagena's rich culture and history in a short amount of time. Getsemaní’s vibrant streets and San Felipe Castle's grand history are the perfect combination for an immersive experience.

Cartagena , Caribbean Coast

From $ 10.00

Walk the city walls of Cartagena with our special audio tour and commentary provided by the voice of Antonio Arévalo, one of its creators. You'll start at the bastion of San Pedro Martir and see the fortress of San Felipe from afar. Your narrator will explain the reasons why these great fortresses and the different elements of colonial military technology that made them the best defensive weapon against pirate attacks for centuries. You will pass by the old bullring of Serrezuela and the bastion of St. Lucas and St. Catalina. You'll hear about the colonial-era water reserves that were built inside the fortress. The tour ends with an entertaining quiz where you can test your newly acquired knowledge. And if you are lucky, you can visit the cistern with special 3D sound effects. This tour can be done independently of the Cartagena Fortress: The Rise of the Wall part II.