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Make Memories in Cartagena: Top Tours & Activities

Updated: Apr 9

Cartagena, Colombia, is a city filled with vibrant energy and rich history. Step back in time as you wander the colorful streets of the UNESCO-walled city, a marvel of Spanish colonial architecture. Beyond the fortifications, Cartagena offers a delightful blend of experiences. Enjoy fresh seafood while gazing out at the Caribbean Sea, explore hidden plazas filled with local charm, or lose yourself in the infectious rhythm of salsa music. Whether you're a history buff, a beach bum, or a foodie, Cartagena offers a lot of tours and activities that will make your trip unforgettable. Get ready to discover the best things to see and do in Cartagena!


Disclaimer

Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.


Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.

Guided City Tour w/ La Popa and San Felipe Castle

Visit the Cartagena essentials on this half-day, small-group city tour. Hop on an air-conditioned van to discover the main sites such as La Popa, The San Felipe Castle, the history within the Walled City, and the Old Shoes Monument.


Duration

4 hours

Availability

Everyday at 2 pm

Price

$33 per person

Alternative


Cartagena Photoshoot

Visit different locations starting at Getsemani neighborhood with their beautiful murals and colorful little houses. Then head to the Wall City, where you'll take photographs by the Clock Tower, the iconic Santa Catalina Cathedral and more. You'll finish your route in San Diego neighborhood with beautiful balconies, colonial windows and doors.


Duration

1.5 hours

Availability

Everyday at 7 am and 4 pm

Price

$80 per person

Alternative


Freedom Tour of Palenque

If you want to dig beneath the tourist sites and really learn about the culture and history of Colombia, this 'Freedom Tour' of San Basilio de Palenque is ideal. With a knowledgeable local tour guide you'll visit a variety of places that demonstrate how the distinct African culture has been maintained for centuries. Learn about traditional music and dance, folk medicine, and Palenque's unique language.


Duration

5 - 6 hours

Availability

Everyday at 8 am

Price

$110 per person

Alternative

Food Tour of Cartagena

Discover some of the most characteristic flavors of the Caribbean coast of Colombia on this free food tour of Cartagena de Indias.


Duration

2.5 hours

Availability

Monday - Friday at 10 am and 6:45 pm

Price

Free!

Alternative


Rum and Chocolate Tasting

Experience two of the best products that Colombia has to offer the world: Rum and Chocolate, which are featured in this experience to delight your senses. Explore the diversity of 8 Colombian rums, each with its own character and distinctive flavor, carefully paired with artisanal chocolate from our country. Discover how these two emblematic products complement and enhance each other, taking you on a journey through Colombia through its flavors.


Duration

2 hours

Availability

Everyday at 8 pm

Price

$68 per person

Alternative


Cartagena's Vibrant Nightlife Walking Tour

Enjoy the Cartagena-style nightlife on a pub crawl in the Getsamaní neighborhood with complimentary drinks. Play fun drinking games and have a free Salsa or Champeta lesson.


Duration

7 hours

Availability

Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 pm

Price

$16 per person

Alternative

Dance Class In a Secret Rooftop Of The Old City

You will be on the private roof of a house located in the neighborhood Getsemani! The roof that has grass as a floor, which is perfect for dancing barefoot! its located on a third floor, from where you have a good view of the surrounding neighborhood and the fort of San Felipe and the sunset too!


Duration

7 hours

Availability

Wednesday and Friday - Sunday at 5 pm

Price

$35 per person

Alternative


Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

Enjoy this 90-minute trip on a yacht to see the sunset on the bay. Grab a drink from the open bar of rum and coke, rum punch and soft drinks while enjoying good music, good company, and a lovely crew.


Duration

1.5 hours

Availability

Wednesday - Monday at 5 pm

Price

$30 per person

Alternative


Tierra Bomba Day Trip

Paradise is closer than you think! Come and see it on our Tierra Bomba Day Trip from Cartagena de Indias. You'll be able to relax and sunbathe in a beautiful natural area in the Colombian Caribbean.


Duration

7 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9 am

Price

$35 per person

Alternative

Beginners Scuba Diving Lesson

In this beginner scuba diving lesson in Cartagena de Indias, you'll learn how to do a fun and exciting sport in complete safety. You'll also explore the Colombian Caribbean's colorful seabed.


Duration

8 hours

Availability

Everyday at 6:30 am

Price

$89 per person

Alternative


Jet Ski Rental

Explore Cartagena beyond its historic center with a jet ski rental. Zip around Cartagena Bay and take in the views of Laguito, Tierra Bomba Island, and the Castillo Grande beaches. Get tips on where to go from an instructor and about other watersports including windsurfing and paddleboarding. After your ride, relax with a drink at the beach bar.


Duration

30 mins

Availability

Everyday from 11 am - 4 pm

Price

$80 per pair

Alternative

Beach Horse Ride

Horseback riding on the shore of the beach is a unique experience that you cannot miss, you will enjoy beautiful and well-bred horses, as well as giving you special attention.


Duration

2 hours

Availability

Everyday from 7 am - 5 pm

Price

$40 per person

Alternative

Mangroves And The Beach In Isla de Barú

You will explore the hidden treasures in the mangroves of the island of Barú, where you will be able to see different types of animals and birds. You will learn the importance of mangroves in our ecosystem, and you will snorkel and see different species of fish and their habitat. Later, they will take you to the Mambo Beach Club in Playa Blanca with crystal clear waters, an exclusive place where you will enjoy its comfortable facilities and you can rest in front of the sea.


Duration

7 - 9 hours

Availability

Everyday at 6 am

Price

$86 per person

Alternative


Totumo Mud Volcano Experience

Climb inside one of the world's smallest volcanos and enjoy a relaxing soak in the warm mud. Experience the healing properties of the mineral-infused mud while having fun at the Totumo Volcano.


Duration

4 hours

Availability

Everyday at 8 am and 1 pm

Price

$40 per person

Alternative


ATV Half-Day Tour

Embark on an exciting ATV adventure on Tierra Bomba Island and explore its stunning surroundings on a small-group tour.


Duration

2.5 hours

Availability

Everyday at 10 am, 1 pm and 4 pm

Price

$125 per person

Alternative

Paratriking Flight

Feel your adrenaline rush as you fly above the beaches of Cartagena on a paratrike flight. Enjoy a fantastic experience with a professional pilot as you marvel at the beauty of the Caribbean coast.


Duration

10 mins

Availability

Everyday at 6 am

Price

$111 per person


Emerald Jewelry Making Class

Make your own emerald jewelry at a 3-hour class at Cartagena’s Caribe Jewelry and Emerald Museum. You’ll work with Colombian emeralds and sterling silver wire, making four projects: a ring, earrings, a pendent, and a bracelet. At the end of the class, choose one piece to take home, with the option to purchase your other projects at the cost of materials. This 3-hour Cartagena jewelry-making class includes pickup and drop-off in the city, with both morning and afternoon classes available.


Duration

2 - 3 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday between 9 am - 3 pm

Price

$90 per person

Alternative


Specialty Coffee Tasting

Take yourself to the most sublime tasting of Colombian specialty coffee. Learn to distinguish it and to taste a smooth coffee with the highest quality in the world.


Duration

2 hours

Availability

Everyday at 10 am and 2 pm

Price

$35 per person


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