Explore / A Historic Walking Tour in Cartagena
Cartagena, Colombia

Explore / A Historic Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 53 3.8 · 4 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $55
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53/100

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3.8/5

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Is Explore / A Historic Walking Tour worth booking?

Explore / A Historic Walking Tour is a 3-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $55 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
3.8/5 (4)
Duration
3 hours
From
$55 per person

This is Cartagena's historic walking tours with a bilingual guide so you don't miss a thing in this UNESCO heritage-listed city. The walking tour helps you to get 'under the skin' of Cartagena, to properly understand t

What you get

    About this experience

    This is Cartagena's historic walking tours with a bilingual guide so you don't miss a thing in this UNESCO heritage-listed city. The walking tour helps you to get 'under the skin' of Cartagena, to properly understand the city's historic struggle between the pirates and the Spanish colonialists, its influence on literary greats like Gabriel García Márquez, tales of ghosts and the colourful reasons behind the city's quirky street names. Accompanied always by a bilingual guide who knows the city backwards, you will be able to explore every aspect of the city's remarkable history and take in all the main landmarks of Cartagena's famous walled city.

    What's included

    Included

    • Pit-stop to rejuvenate with excellent quality coffee at a nearby café
    • Visit the most iconic churches, Convento Santa Teresa and Iglesia de Santo Domingo
    • See the best parts of the wall fortifications including Las Bóvedas
    • Walk through the charming barrio of San Diego
    • Insights and commentary on the rich history and culture of the places you visit

    What you'll see and do

    1. Centro Historico

      For history buffs and groups who want to know the fascinating and often chilling stories that lie behind Cartagena’s picturesque doors and balconies. If you want to understand Cartagena’s fascinating, colonial history, meet its enigmatic locals and look beyond the bewildering beauty of Cartagena’s picturesque streets, then this three-hour, historic walking tour is just for you.

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Cartagena

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    This Is Cartagena

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Pace and timing

    1 mention

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Explore / A Historic Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Z1108NUheatherp · April 2022

    DO NOT BOOK

    Don’t book this tour. The company, This Is Cartagena, doesn’t work with TripAdvisor anymore. If you do book, you’ll be stood up and receive zero communication and have to request a refund. DO NOT BOOK THIS.

    via Tripadvisor

    lahouseman · April 2020

    Awesome walking tour with Ronald Monsalve!

    We booked the three hour walking tour of the Centro Historico with "This is Cartagena." Our guide was Ronald Monsalve and we just loved him! He was knowledgeable about the history of Cartagena, flexible about our desire to visit several shops, and acted as our official translator. Best of all, he was SO MUCH FUN! We very much enjoyed the time we spent with him and would hire him again in a heartbeat. We highly recommend both the company and Ronald.

    via Tripadvisor

    V2313OUfrankm · February 2020

    A pleasant walk through Gethsemani and Central by a knowledgible, friendly local

    The three hour tour included all the main sights: the church plaza where the revolution against Spain started, a furniture making district, beautiful murals along every street, the emerald factory/museum, the slave plaza, centennial park, and more.

    via Tripadvisor

    canbird2018 · February 2020

    A lovely tour of Cartagena’s historic section

    Our guide Manuel was great. He told us all kinds of things about the city: historical information and also social history. The pace was nice, not too fast in the heat. We had a fun time with Manuel.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)62
    Review evidence (18% weight)24
    Booking momentum (14% weight)12
    Value for money (12% weight)76
    Listing quality (10% weight)81
    Local standing (8% weight)33
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Explore / A Historic Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cartagena.

    How much does Explore / A Historic Walking Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $55 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cartagena usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Explore / A Historic Walking Tour take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cartagena is not rushed.

    Is Explore / A Historic Walking Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cartagena, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Explore / A Historic Walking Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Explore / A Historic Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Explore / A Historic Walking Tour?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cartagena can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cartagena and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Explore / A Historic Walking Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cartagena within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Cartagena?

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    On Outty we rank every Cartagena experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena VIP Boat Tour: Rosario Islands & Snorkel, Cartagena Antigua & Barrio Getsemani group with audio system. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Cartagena?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Cartagena?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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