Cartagena

Half-day heaven in the Jewel of the Indies

Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours 5

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Half-day heaven in the Jewel of the Indies

From foot-stamping salsa to streets bursting with art, you'll soon see why Cartagena is magical

Escape the scorching heat by planning an early start each day and visiting museums during the hottest times of the day

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

With your savvy host as your personal GPS, navigate a maze of streets once meant to confuse pirates on a half-day adventure customized for you.
See iconic landmarks like the yellow Clock Tower and San Pedro Claver.
Burst past the other tourists to sweet treat heaven in “Portal de los Dulces”.
Pass colorful colonial architecture with balconies bursting with bougainvillea, en route to a pastel pink masterpiece.
From plazas that turn into booming salsa stages at night to hidden gems that locals love, ask your host for tips on where to spend the rest of your stay in magical Cartagena.

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

4 hours

Fully tailored to your preferences

English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience

4 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 locations)

What’s not included

Food and drink

Tickets to any attractions

Transportation costs

Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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 most

What you’ll do

Your half-day adventure on the Caribbean coast awaits; why not start in the fortified heart of lively Cartagena outside the beaming yellow Clock Tower - a booming salsa stage at night - or let your sweet tooth lose in a nearby street overflowing with delightful local treats. Nearby, catch a glimpse of a cotton candy-like theater, before seeing the home of Nobel Prize-winning writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez. The San Pedro Claver Church and its dramatic stone front awaits, then pop over to the Customs Plaza for a peek at elegant Colonial-era architecture. Escape the dreamy walled city to hip place-of-the-people Getsemani barrio, a paradise of street art speaking to local issues, and lively street performers you’ll want to join in the dance.

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My guide today Steve and I had the best time. We visited places which I wouldn't know about and I learn so much about the history of each place that we passed. Steve was patient with my questions and constant photo-taking, imparted his knowledge in a simple, systematic and witty manner. Lunch was a comforting and delicious meal and the dessert he bought was so delicious! I was so touched that Steve stayed back the tour ending time to wait for me to finish my dessert. It was so easy having a conversation with him. I am really happy that I signed up for this tour and grateful that Steve was my guide.

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