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Cartagena City Tour: Walled City, San Felipe Castle & La Popa Convent
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Cartagena City Tour: Walled City, San Felipe Castle & La Popa Convent

by Gran Colombia Tours

5 hours
Bogota
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Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This Cartagena city tour lasts between five and six and a half hours, depending on whether the visit to La Popa Convent is included. The tour begins with a two-hour walk through the Walled City, where participants see colonial houses, baroque churches, and art deco buildings. Next, the group spends about one hour exploring San Felipe Castle, a historic fortress. Following the castle, the tour continues with short walks to several key landmarks: the Clock Tower, Portal de Los Dulces, Las Bovedas, Plaza de La Trinidad, Plaza Santo Domingo, and the Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver. Each stop includes a brief walk and time to observe the architecture and squares. Afterward, the tour includes a one-hour walking visit to the Getsemani neighborhood. If chosen, the tour extends by one hour to visit La Popa Convent, located on a hilltop, offering panoramic views of the city, the sea, and a nearby island. The tour includes a local guide, coconut water, corn cakes filled with egg, hotel pickup and drop-off, and all-risk insurance. Lunch and any extra purchases are not included.

Highlights

Walking tour lasting 5 to 6 hours with optional La Popa visit
Explore colonial architecture in Cartagena’s Walled City
Visit San Felipe Castle fortress with a local guide
Walk past landmarks including Clock Tower and Plaza Santo Domingo
Tour includes typical Caribbean corn cakes and coconut water
Hotel pickup and drop-off included with all-risk insurance

What's included

Coconut water provided during the tour
Professional tour guide throughout the visit
Corn cakes stuffed with egg included
All-risk insurance coverage
Hotel pickup and drop-off service

What's not included

Lunch is not included
Extra purchases are not covered

Itinerary

1

Walled City of Cartagena

Walk through Cartagena’s Walled City for about two hours, exploring colonial houses, baroque churches, and art deco architecture.

120 min

2

Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

Spend one hour visiting San Felipe Castle, a fortress located in the city.

60 min

3

Torre del Reloj

Walk along important city spots including the emblematic Clock Tower for about ten minutes.

10 min

4

Portal de Los Dulces

Pass by the Portal de Los Dulces, a notable city landmark.

5

Las Bovedas

Walk for about ten minutes near the historic Las Bovedas.

10 min

6

Plaza de La Trinidad

Visit La Trinidad Square, spending approximately five minutes walking in the area.

5 min

7

Plaza Santo Domingo

Walk through Plaza Santo Domingo for about five minutes.

5 min

8

Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver

Stop at the Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver for about ten minutes.

10 min

9

La Popa Convent

Optional visit lasting one hour to La Popa Convent, located on top of a hill with views of the city, sea, and a nearby island.

60 min

10

Barrio Getsemani

Take a walking tour around the Getsemani neighborhood lasting about one hour.

60 min

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–14 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
This tour is conducted on foot
Layover visitors should select airport or cruise terminal pickup options
The tour guide contacts guests the day before for questions or assistance
Cruise ship passengers must choose the correct booking option without La Popa Convent included
Total
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