
Private City tour Cartagena
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4.9/5
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Is Private City tour Cartagena worth booking?
Private City tour Cartagena is a 4-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $97 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 230 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (230)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $97 per person
¡Welcome to Cartagena, the historic jewel of Colombia! Our private City Tour will take you on a fascinating journey through the centuries of history, culture and beauty that this city has to offer. In our Private City To
What you get
- Private transportation
- Transfer to and from the hotel
- You can customize the departure time
- Transfer to and from the cruise port
- driver and professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
¡Welcome to Cartagena, the historic jewel of Colombia! Our private City Tour will take you on a fascinating journey through the centuries of history, culture and beauty that this city has to offer. In our Private City Tour you will enjoy a fabulous experience next to our comfortable air-conditioned vehicles, our professional guides and certified staff, The places you visit are: Walls, Clock Tower, Churches, its streets and Monuments (it’s all old town), historic center. Then they move to the Castillo San Felipe, Convento de la Popa, Getsemani and finally a tour through the Vaults; where they will know the Colombian crafts and emeralds. The tour is fully personalized and includes professional guide, bilingual, professional driver, air-conditioned transport, tickets to monuments: Castillo San Felipe and Convento de la Popa, hydration. ¡ Live the story at every step you take!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Transfer to and from the hotel
- You can customize the departure time
- Transfer to and from the cruise port
- driver and professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
Not included
- Food and Drink
- Tips
What you'll see and do
Exclusive and panoramic neighborhood.
Pass by without stopping
La Popa Convent
Learn the history of the 17th century Convent which is the highest point of the city
40 minutes here · Admission included
Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas
Our certified guide will accompany you throughout the tour of the largest fortification in America, explaining all the details of its construction and its history.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Walled City of Cartagena
Discover the World Heritage Old City since 1984, its history and culture, you will be delighted during the tour.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Las Bovedas
Stop to observe the Vaults and know their history, besides being a good place to take a memory of our City and discover the beautiful Colombian Emeralds
15 minutes here
Discover the best emeralds in Colombia, its detailed process, explains the importance of color, brightness and its different cuts.
10 minutes here
Plaza de Bolivar
Old Town Square - Walking tour
5 minutes here
Plaza Santo Domingo
Square in the heart of the historic centre - Walking tour
5 minutes here
Playa de Bocagrande
Being the most exclusive neighborhood of the City, you can know its skyscrapers, history and its beaches, is the so-called modern area of Cartagena similar to Miami or Panama City, you will know its nearby neighborhoods like: El laguito, and Castillo grande.
20 minutes here
Barrio Getsemani
Getsemaní being the colorful and creative neighborhood of the City, you can know its history and observe its impressive architecture.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sion Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The attraction called "La Popa" is subject to availability and could be replaced by a visit to museums or churches
- At the time of booking, cruise passengers must provide the following information: name of passengers, name of ship, time of docking, time of disembarkation and time of re-boarding
- This is a private tour or activity. Only your group can participate.
- The visit could be led by a multilingual guide.
- Confirmation will be received when booking
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $97 to $210
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 81
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private City tour Cartagena: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cartagena.
How much does Private City tour Cartagena cost?
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Prices start at $97 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 Private City tour Cartagena take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Private City tour Cartagena worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 230 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Cartagena, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private City tour Cartagena?
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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 Private City tour Cartagena suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private City tour Cartagena?
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Around 81 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private City tour Cartagena 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 Street Food Tour: 10 Local Tastings in the Walled City, Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena Cooking Class with Local Chef (Small Group Experience). 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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