Cartagena
Sunrise to sunset: the ultimate Cartagena experience
Flexible Full-Day Discovery • 8 hours
Sunrise to sunset: the ultimate Cartagena experience
Take all day to dance to the rhythm of a city pulsating with culture.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Discover why Cartagena is nicknamed 'The Magic City,' along cobblestone streets bursting with Colombian rhythm.
- See ancient architectural influences in bright shades, such as the yellow masterpiece Cathedral of Cartagena, and pop off the tourist track to pose outside a pink courthouse.
- See the Caribbean Sea from historic walls built to keep pirates at bay.
- Wander a maze of cobblestone streets, built to confuse enemies of the past, now pulsating with salsa rhythm and everyday local life.
- Get your camera ready for the world-class murals of hipster-friendly Getsemani neighborhood.
- Visit an eatery that locals love to try traditional seafood dish Sancocho de Pescado, and ask your host about a hidden gem to try a cheesy and creamy (mmm)Mote de Queso.
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
8 hours with a host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food & drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Discover pulsating Cartagena in a day tailored to you, like seeing cultures from across the world meet outside the fortified Old Town entrance, a stage for bambuco guitarists and palanquera women selling tropical fruit. Escape the heat to leafy Bolívar Square to see a statue of Simón Bolívar, pose at a hidden pink courthouse, and grab some luck from artist Fernando Botero's Fat Gertrude. For lunch, maybe try a traditional seafood dish from a spot locals love, before admiring the historic Cathedral of Cartagena. In the afternoon, visit dungeons-turned-market Las Bóvedas, then see once seedy neighborhood turned charming Getsemani, a treasure trove of street art inspired by local legends. End the day with a sunset view from a white sandy beach in swanky barrio Bocagrande.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
17,500+ 5-Star Reviews and Counting
Trusted and recommended by travelers worldwide, including 99% on Google and TripAdvisor.
recommended by 99% of travelers on google
recommended by 99% of travelers on tripadvisor
We don’t make deals with businesses - giving you unbiased and authentic local experiences.