Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Cartagena
Cartagena, Colombia

Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Outty Ranking 47 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews0.5 hoursFrom $7
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47/100

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5.0/5

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Is Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour worth booking?

Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is a 0.5-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $7 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
47 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
0.5 hours
From
$7 per person

Since it's founding in 1533, Cartagena has truly been a place of timeless wonder. The walls of this port city have been witness to the ebb and flow of people and history. On this tour, we'll uncover the stories and chara

What you get

    About this experience

    Since it's founding in 1533, Cartagena has truly been a place of timeless wonder. The walls of this port city have been witness to the ebb and flow of people and history. On this tour, we'll uncover the stories and characters that have made this UNESCO Heritage site the world-famous gem it is today. We'll start our journey at the entrance of the city and wind our way along it's cobbled streets. Along the way, we'll take in beautiful plazas, incredible colonial architecture and an atmosphere that makes this city one of a kind from pirate attacks to miracles, local delicacies to sublime architecture. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. Perfect for the “I don’t like to look like a tourist” kind of people who want to take some time and feel the pulse of Cartagena de Indias.

    What's included

    Included

    • VoiceMap Application
    • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
    • Lifetime access to Cartagena de Indias: Into the Walls of The City tour

    Not included

    • Smartphone
    • Transportation
    • Food/Drink
    • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

    What you'll see and do

    1. Plaza De Los Coches

      The Plaza de Los Coches is where you’ll find the statue of Pedro de Heredia, founder of the city of Cartagena de Indias. This plaza used to be the place where newcomers to the city arrived, where news from abroad could be heard and where African slaves were bought and sold.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Plaza de la Aduana

      The Plaza de la Aduana or the Customs Plaza is where imports and exports were registered and where many of the treasures acquired by the conquistadores would be shipped off to Spain. It was also the entry point for the import of goods into the territories of Venezuela, Colombia, Panamá and Ecuador.

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Museo de Arte Moderno Cartagena

      The Museo de Arte Moderno has an excellent collection of Colombian modern art that includes artists like Obregón, Grau, and Botero.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Plaza de Bolivar

      In the center of Plaza de Bolívar you’ll find a statue of the father of Colombian liberation from Spanish rule Simón Bolivar. Bolivar also led the armies of Venezuela, Ecuador, Perú and Bolivia to accomplish their mission of independence from Spain.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Cartagena

    Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    VoiceMap Audio Tours

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    The Plaza de la Aduana or the Customs Plaza is where imports and exports were registered and where many of the treasures acquired by the conquistadores would be shipped off to Spain.Take this timeless journey through the history of Cartagena de Indias, and Colombia from colonial times to the present day.

    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Corinne_O · November 2023

    Value for the price

    Overall, a nice walking self paced walking tour. A few technical glitches but those were probably our fault.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    0.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    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
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours, who run 703 experiences we rank across 222 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.8.

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    Why this scores 47

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)73
    Review evidence (18% weight)10
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)87
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $7 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 Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour take?

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    Plan for about 0.5 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 Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Cartagena, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

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    Around 0 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 0.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Into the Walls of The City: A Self-Guided Audio 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 Cartagena Antigua & Barrio Getsemani group with audio system, Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena VIP Boat Tour: Rosario Islands & Snorkel. 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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