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Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Cartagena, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Cartagena.
The History of Cartagena: a Colonial Exploration Tour
114 reviews
3 hours | city highlight tours | Cartagena
Curious to know more about Cartagena’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Cartagena from a local perspective as you learn about a Colonial Exploration.
As the sun sets, Cartagena lights up, the heat of the day fades, and the tourist crowds start to thin out. This is the time to enjoy the city at its atmospheric best on a private tour with a local! Take in glittering highlights and the local ambiance that only the evening brings out in Cartagena.
Andrea put up with 6 crazy aussies and our constant questions. She was flexible and very knowledgeable and accommodating. She even booked lunch for us after giving us a selection to choose from. Highly recommend Andrea to anyone wanting to explore Cartagena by foot.
Full Coverage Cartagena City Tour
Karina
About local
16 January 2025
Wendy: The Best Guide in Cartagena
Wendy was an incredible guide during our visit to Cartagena, Colombia. From the moment we met her, it was clear that she is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture of the city. She took us to the best spots, showing us hidden gems that we would have never found on our own. Wendy’s attention to detail and her genuine care for our experience made the tour unforgettable. She went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Her energy, enthusiasm, and warmth made the entire experience even more special. If you’re looking for a guide who truly cares and knows Cartagena inside and out, Wendy is THE BEST! Highly recommend her to anyone visiting the city!
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cartagena
peyton
About local
Excellent guide to beautiful city
We thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Wendy. She was on time and showed us so much of the beauty and history of Cartagena in an entertaining and digestible format.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cartagena
Carlos
About local
Great time in Cartagena!
Andrea is a great guide! I truly recommend touring the Old City with her.
Andrea is always keen to provide not only the historical information, but also to provide context about the contemporary life in Cartagena.
