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⭐Most Complete Cartagena Old Town Walk: Secrets, Culture & the Best of the Walled City

4.21
Acceptable(199)
Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes
Languages: English and Spanish
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Registered on 21 March 2019
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Welcome to the experiences of the expert team of Free Walking Tours in Colombia since 2013! To date we are more than 50 Guides Beyond leading Free Tours, we are professionals on careers different than tourism (those are great stories, don't miss them!) and from the best universities in the country, you will be walking with Anthropologists, Historians, Engineers, Designers, Political Scientists, Administrators, Designers or Economists, among others. Thanks to our love for traveling and exploring the world, we have found this passion for guiding in our country! Along each team of local guides and their expertise we develop authentic Walking Tours (14!) and also the most awarded in the country! 7 international recognitions, 5 TripAdvisor Travelers Choice and Top 3. We believe in the positive impact of our tourism that we offer through very complete cultural experiences on foot through our great historical centers of our beautiful cities of Bogotá, Cartagena, Cali and Medellín. Check out other travelers' comments! https://shorturl.at/dZGWz Join us and discover what Colombia and our people have for you! Beyond Colombia Team :) Authentic Guides Connecting Colombia
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Welcome to Cartagena and the best introduction to the Walled City of the Colombian Caribbean!


DURATION: 2 HOURS AND 30 MINUTES


Discover Cartagena from the inside out

Begin your journey through the legendary streets of the Walled City, where centuries of fortification and beauty come to life  enhanced by our wireless audio system, ensuring exceptional clarity and comfort.


Cartagena is not just a city to visit… it’s a city to feel.


Behind every balcony, fortress, square, and cobblestone street lies a story shaped by pirates, poets, merchants, conquerors, and Afro-Caribbean communities who infused this place with rhythm and resilience.

Join us on a guided walk through the Walled City, where we combine grand history, vibrant local life, and a wireless audio system that allows you to hear every detail with perfect clarity while enjoying the freedom to explore at your own pace.


This is the perfect tour to start your journey in Cartagena, where you will:

  • Dive into the colonial heart of Cartagena
  • Explore the city’s most iconic squares and streets
  • Learn how Cartagena became the most fortified city in Latin America
  • Discover why pirates attacked it more than 10 times (French, Dutch, English, and Spanish!)
  • Find out the surprising reason why the Clock Tower originally had no clock
  • Understand how architecture revealed social class, wealth, and even gossip in colonial times

Between culture and daily life within the walls, our Beyond guide will show you how the city blends tradition and modernity, how Afro-Caribbean heritage shaped its identity, and where to find the best places to eat, listen to music, and enjoy the sunset.


Some of the main highlights of our most complete Walled City Tour:

  • Historic entrance: Clock Tower
  • Plaza de la Aduana (former colonial trade center)
  • Plaza Bolívar
  • Palace of the Inquisition
  • San Pedro Claver area
  • City walls, bastions, and cannon viewpoints
  • The best photo spots in the historic center

And much more!


To make sure you don’t miss a thing, this tour includes professional wireless audio receivers that offer crisp sound even on the busiest streets, giving you the freedom to take photos while listening to your guide’s stories  for a more personal and immersive narrative experience.


It’s a detail that makes a big difference and truly elevates your experience.


Book your spot and discover why travelers who seek depth, quality, and a sense of wonder keep falling in love with the timeless legends and irresistible charm of Cartagena’s Walled City.


Please note: our wireless audio system is not suitable for children under 15 years old and is not waterproof. If it starts to rain, we must collect all devices and keep them safe.


We are authentic guides connecting Colombia since 2013 - 12 years sharing our passion every step of the way!


#GOBEYOND


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Ridge of the Martyrs
- Monday to Friday at 10:00 am: Plaza de la Proclamación, next to the statue of the Pope. GMaps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rMPrN82APbFackQE9 - Monday to Friday at 4:00 pm, Saturdays and Sundays: Plaza Santo Domingo, next to Botero’s statue “Gertrudis.” GMaps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/nNMknv9DbtUjmNY79 Please arrive 5 minutes early, as we’ll move two blocks toward the second meeting point and tour departure spot with your guide!
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Outside visit
Square of the Cars
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Outside visit
32nd Street #421
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Outside visit
NATIONAL BEAUTY CONTEST
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour reviews

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Professionalism
4.45
Fun
4.23
Communication
4.35
Quality
4.20
Route
4.16

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 20 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
⭐Most Complete Cartagena Old Town Walk: Secrets, Culture & the Best of the Walled City



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