
Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City worth booking?
Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City is a 2-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $110 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $110 per person
Interactive Tour about the work and life of the Colombian Nobel Prize and the History of Cartagena de Indias for understand the relationship of the city with Gabriel, with which you will be able to know the most importan
What you get
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Driver/guide
- Snacks
- Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
About this experience
Interactive Tour about the work and life of the Colombian Nobel Prize and the History of Cartagena de Indias for understand the relationship of the city with Gabriel, with which you will be able to know the most important sections on the life of the writer, to know the main works of Magical Realism and to know stories that will welcome you to the Macondo's Land where you can listen, read and feel anecdotes that could be your own. Cartagena de Indias magic colonial city, a place full of tales of pirates, battles, loves, and fantasies, will host this immersive adventure through streets, squares, parks buildings, and scenes where every corner has a story to tell, accompanied by an expert guide in the work of Macondo, we will trace the route that will lead us to understand who would be one of the most important writers of universal literature of the 20th century.
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Driver/guide
- Snacks
- Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Choose the time of departure between 8:00am and 6:00pm. Our tour starts from your hotel and then go through some places that the writer Gabriel García Marques includes in his novels, reports and stories where we will see the main characteristics of the life of Gabo. We'll locate the bibliographical references of writings like: "One Hundred Yeas of Solitude", "The Autumn of the Patriarch", "The General in his Labyrinth", "Living To Tell Of Tell", "Of the Love and other Demons", "Love in the time of the Cholera" etc. We'll walk through the Old City, and cross Cartagena Extramural witch take us to know neighborhoods like Gethsemane. During the whole tour we'll see the sunrise and sunset of Gabo's life, from its beginnings, its misfortunes, to its successes and achievements. We'll see both unreal and imaginary places as important historical places as the university where he studied, the places where he worked and the place where now lie their remains and the history of Cartagena
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Dress code is smart casual
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 2+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $110 to $220
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cartagena.
How much does Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City cost?
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Prices start at $110 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 Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City?
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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 Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City?
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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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Walking Tour with Transfers - Gabriel García Márquez & Cartagena Walled City 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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