Getsemani & the Old City
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Port
Cartagena, Colombia
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Activity Level
Strenuous
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$34.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Explore two of Cartagena's most fascinating districts, both key to the city's traditional roots.
The cheerful Getsemani neighborhood lies just outside the fabled walls of Cartagena's Old City. Brimming with cafés and brightly colored buildings, the area is a gathering place for artists and craftspeople.
At the charming Casa Palenque in the heart of Getsemani, learn how to make thirst-quenching coconut lemonade. Afterward, take photos during a brief stop outside San Felipe Castle.
On foot, you'll journey into the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City -- the birthplace of Cartagena, famous for its cobblestone lanes, leafy plazas, and Spanish Colonial buildings draped in bougainvillea.
Located between the forts of Santa Clara and Santa Catalina, the Las Bovedas dungeons were built by the Spaniards in the 1790s. Originally used as storerooms, the vaults were transformed into prison cells in the 19th century. Today, they're home to shops and colorful boutiques.
Walk past the colonial icons of San Pedro Claver Church, Parque Bolivar, Plaza Santa Teresa, and other notable landmarks.
Visit the Gold Museum to delve into the fascinating world of gold artifacts and learn about Cartagena's rich cultural heritage as the treasure chest of the Spanish Main.
Enjoy some free time to explore the Old Town on your own. Wander through its narrow streets, indulge in local cuisine, or browse for Colombian souvenirs.
Your walking tour ends with a ride back to the pier -- time to reflect on the depth of history in Cartagena's magical walled city.
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes.