Las Bovedas
Legends of Casco Viejo Tour: Uncover Hidden Gems
Exploring Casco Viejo’s secrets is a must-do when visiting Panama City! On this ¨Legends of Casco Viejo¨ tour, a passionate local guide will lead you through the iconic cobblestone streets of this historic district. Discover hidden gems, admire colonial architecture, and be captivated by stories of love, intrigue, and legendary figures that shaped Panama’s past. Want insider tips? We’ve got you covered, from the best local eats to vibrant nightlife recommendations. Rain or shine, we ensure your comfort with our umbrellas!
Choose to meet us at the starting point or enjoy the convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off from any location in Panama City.
HALF-DAY City and Panama Canal Tour: Shared or Private
This tour offers the best value at the best price!
Our groups are intimate, capped at 15 participants, but we can also accommodate larger parties in private tours.
– The tour includes 5 hours exploring The Panama Canal, Amador Causeway, and the unique Casco Viejo.
– Don't worry about hydration or snacks during the tour; we provide these unlimitedly!
– Experience the best atmosphere with the enthusiasm and energy of our extraordinary certified bilingual guide.
– Benefit from the best shopping deals with our guide's experienced advice, offering important tips to help you make the best choices.
– From the moment you book, we guarantee personalized attention. You will receive a coordination call the day before your tour to confirm your pickup time and location, along with personalized updates and responses to any questions or concerns.
Walled City, San Felipe Castle & Popa Convent Cartagena City Tour
Whether you are short of time or you are wanting to have the complete experience in Cartagena, this full-day tour is made for you! Come to the most important places of the city and live them authentically. Discover Cartagena’s top landmarks: Getsemani neighbor, San Felipe Castle and more. You’ll be able to choose whether you want it to last 6.5 hours with La Popa convent, a city viewpoint, or 5 hours without this top. Join us!
• San Felipe Castle, and Getsemani neighbor guided tour
• Historical landmarks in the Walled City its squares, fortresses and bastions
• Tasting of typical Caribbean cuisine
• Optional: visiting La Popa, on the top of a hill, and enjoying Cartagena’s landscapes
• Plenty of spectacular photo spots for unforgettable memories of your trip to Cartagena.
Private City Tour of Cartagena
Private tour to visit in detail the principal sites of interest located in the old city of Cartagena. This excellent experience begins by visiting the main monuments of the city like the La Popa's Hill. The highest point of the city where there is a convent dating the beginning of the XVII Century. after we visit San Felipe de Barajas Fortress which is considered the most important military fortification in South America. Then the tour heads to the walled city and the bohemian neighborhood Getsemaní. first a stop for shopping in the last build fortification named "Las Bovedas" , after we take a walking tour, visiting the different squares of the city (St Domingo Square, Bolivar Square, Los Coches Square, Aduana Square, Clock Tower, St Pedro Square) and admiring the old colonial houses filled with history and legend. At the end we take a tour by the modern part of Cartagena (Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillogrande).
City Sightseeing Cartagena Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Shore Excursion
When your cruise is in port, explore Cartagena on a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour. This bus pass enables you to tour the Colombian port city at your own pace, hopping on and off as you please within the given time period. Discover all of Cartagena's best landmarks, including Torre del Reloj, Castillo de San Felipe, Museo de Rafael Nunez, Muelle La Bodeguita, and much more! From the open-top deck, enjoy beautiful 360 degree views, whilst marvelling at the fantastic architecture. Be sure to listen to the on-board audio tour commentary to get a real sense of the history behind what you're seeing. Hop off the double-decker bus to get an authentic taste of the local culture, and take part in the included walking tour, for a brilliant guided stroll of the city.
Private Walled City and Getsemani Cartagena City Tour
Join us in this 4-hour tour around the famous Walled City of Cartagena de Indias and Getsemani Neighbor, led by a local expert tour guide who will show the best of them. You will visit places of great cultural importance for the country such as Plaza Santo domingo, Plaza de la trinidad, Las bovedas and the famous Clock Tower. Besides, you will have a glimpse of Caribbean cuisine with some local hand-made snacks.
• Historical interesting facts about the Walled City
• Main spots along Getsemani neighborhood and discover numerous ways of expression
• A visit along fortresses, bastions and squares
• Local experiences of traditional food tasting
• A walk along colonial and heritage houses and churches
Half-Day Tour of Cartagena by Air-Conditioned Vehicles
A 4-hour historical tour of the walled city, Bocagrande and Castillogrande, Gethsemane, Monastery "La Popa", Church San Pedro Claver, neighborhood of the mansions in Manga, panoramical View of the fortress "San Felipe de Barajas", "Las Bóvedas", with walking tour through the old city… and much more spots.
Departure daily and Schedule for pickup:
13:15 – Boquilla Hotels, Cabrero and Marbella
13:30 – 13:40 Pickup Old City and Getsemani Area
14:00 – 14:15 Hotels Bocagrande area
Cartagena City Tour & Convento de la Popa (AM)
Our Share city tour is the only one in Cartagena that includes a guided visit to Monastery of la Candelaria located in the highest point of trhe city considered a natural balcony of Cartagena"If you come to Cartagena and do not visit Monastery of la Candelaria you can not say that you were in Cartagena"
There is no better way to enjoy the history and culture of a city than accompanied by a professional and fun bilingual tour guide available to provide you with comprehensive information about the city and with the ability to answer any questions you may have while on the tour.
We will talk not only about the history of Cartagena but also about our customs including music, gastronomy, sports, politics, economy, etc.
This experience included a guided visit to: San Felipe Fort and La Popa Convent.
Finally, guided tour of the jewelry factory (optional) so that you can learn about the history and manufacture of emerald in Colombia before returning to your hotel.
Cartagena City Tour with Popa Hill (PM)
Enjoy this 4-hour amazing city tour of Cartagena. We will visit saint phillip fort and The Monastery of Popa.
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Discover the magical history of Cartagena de Indias on a tour in air-conditioned transport. Accompanied by a professional guide
bilingual, our tour includes panoramic visit to the bay of Cartagena, Pegasus Pier, public clock tower,
Then we will have a guided tour of the Convent of La Candelaria on the hill of La Popa to appreciate the best panoramic view
of the city. We will continue with a visit to the imposing fort of San Felipe de Barajas, the largest military architectural work in the Americas.
Built in colonial times, visit to the Las Bovedas barracks, artisan center to close with a flourish with a walk in the
historic center of the city to appreciate streets, squares and colonial buildings full of history. Finally, guided tour of the jewelry factory (optional) so that you can learn about the history and manufacture of emerald in Colombia before returning to your hotel.
Yellow City Tour with Admission to Castillo San Felipe
On this tour, you’ll tour its most iconic landmarks, starting at San Felipe Castle, a majestic fortress where you’ll feel the essence of colonial times as you explore its tunnels and viewpoints with breathtaking views. Then, you will visit the Monument of the Old Shoes, a perfect place to take a unique photo and know a little more about poetry and identity Carthagen.
Your trip will continue through Las Bóvedas, a historic corner turned into a colorful craft market, ideal for bringing you a special souvenir. Stroll through the magical Old City, where cobblestone streets, colonial balconies and charming squares will transport you back in time. You will also visit the Convention Center, a modern space with a spectacular view of the bay. And to close with a golden clasp, you will stop at the Letters of Cartagena, the perfect place to capture an unforgettable memory.
Shore excursion Cartagena city tour
We perfectly understand the importance of guaranteeing excellent service, we are the best shore excursion company in Cartagena thanks to our experience and professionalism.
Our experience professionalism and infrastructure guarantee all our clients a top quality and safe service. Our company has its own vehicles an all our multilingual speaking tour guide have an excellent reputation.
if you need any additional information please contact Viator
Street Food Tour in Cartagena Walled City and Getsemani
Whoever the traveler you are, cross tasting traditional food of your checklist trip and join us in this tour around Colombian Caribbean identity and culture through its cuisine.
A trip wouldn’t be complete if you don’t go beyond touristic places and give yourself the chance to taste the place’s food. So, come with us to this food tour around Cartagena’s heart, so you get the best of Caribbean cuisine and its people: cocadas, carimañola, arepa de huevo, and more. Although those names are hardly relatable to something common or widely known, we are sure that it will be a gastronomic experience to remember.
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Clock Tower
A brief introduction to Colombia’s and Cartagena’s rich history of diversity in the Walled City
Samples and samples of typical foods and drinks of the region (fruits, deserts, finger foods, refreshments)
Memories full of senses about colors, smells and flavors of this Caribbean city
Cartagena City Tour
We invite you to do this entertaining City Tour on board a typical bus of Madeira “antiguo transporte de Colombia“, the famous CHIVA. We make a trip to the modern and touristic area of Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillo grande, the emblematic sites of the city such as India Catalina, the Old Zapatos, the Bóvedas, the Torre del Reloj, the Castillo de San Felipe.
The journey ends in the walled city from where the walk begins at the Centro Histórico accompanied by the guide or we prefer to always take him to the Hotel and when you are lodged in the area of Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillo grande.
3 Hour Panoramic tour for cruise ship passengers
This tour will start at the pier 45 minutes after the cruise ship arrival.
One of our staff member will be waiting holding up a sign with your name on it at Zone one located near the Gangway (400 Feets from the Gangway).
The staff member will lead you where the bus and tour guide are (Parking area)
This tour has only one stop in the walled city (The Dungeons) to take pictures and buy souvenirs.
Miraflores canal locks and Casco Viejo Highlights walking Tour
We will start the experience by visiting two of the most popular tourist attractions in the country: the world-famous Panama Canal and the Casco Viejo(Colonial City). Our first or last stop could be the Miraflores visitor center(depending on the transit schedule of the ships), where we will see the Canal in full action and watch up close vessels passing through the locks. We will also enjoy a 3D movie at the IMAX Theater. After that, we'll travel along Balboa Avenue, taking in the sights of modern Panama City, also known as the "Manhattan of Central America," until we reach our final destination, the Colonial Casco Viejo. In Casco Viejo, we'll take a walking tour, visit all its plazas and colonial buildings, and end our experience with a stunning view of the Panama City skyline from the Amador Causeway.
Montevideo: Walking Tour with Photographer and Audioguide
Explore the Old City with me in a unique and memorable way through the best spots in the area! Whether you are traveling alone, as a couple, with friends or family, I invite you to join me through the most emblematic corners of the old town in less than 2 hours. Age and physical condition do not matter.
As we explore, I will be by your side as your personal photographer to capture those special moments. Forget about uncomfortable selfies, here I will take care of immortalizing your memories in every corner and you will pose as free as you feel.
I will guide you through emblematic places such as Las Bóvedas, the charming Rambla, picturesque squares and impressive architecture that will transport you back in time.
To maintain quality and intimacy, we work in small groups, and all photos are completely private and exclusive to you.
You will receive around 40 digital photographs within a maximum period of 7 days in your email and they are included in the price.
Explore Casco Antiguo & experience Panama Viejo ruins museum
Casco Antiguo de San Felipe is where the new City of Panama was founded in 1673 (the 350 year anniversary was in 2023), built only 5 miles West from where the first city was left in ruins after the fires started by the Spanish colonials themselves in an effort to save the strategic position crucial for World Trade since the Pacific Ocean was discovered in 1513, and to avoid the collapse of the Spanish Empire right there and then, to the most famous pirate of the 2/2 of the Spanish Colony, their nemesis who commanded the "Rogue" attack in 1671: Captain Henry Morgan.
Both are World Heritage Sites as per UNESCO.
Private Transfer Airport to (Dreams Karibana, Melía, manzanillo)
We will be waiting for your arrival at the airport carrying a sign with your name on it. you will be picked up for our friendly driver who will help you to carry your luggage and he will drive you safely to your hotel in the city
Shore excursion, Panoramic Tour & Shopping
Cartagena de indias is a well known city, thanks to its history, architecture and culture as well as its weather and enchanting people, Those are some of the main reasons that encourage visitors to come to Cartagena.
We have designed this experience to introduce our visitors the real cartagena, full of magic and enchantement accompanied by an excelent professional and funny tour guide while touring the most outstanding highlights of Cartagena such as: San Felipe Castle, Manga Island, Las Bovedas, Walled City , New city and the Popular Cartagena.
It is the cheapest way to discover Cartagena
Self-Guided Audio Tour: The Rise of the Wall City Part I
Walk the city walls of Cartagena with our special audio tour and commentary provided by the voice of Antonio Arévalo, one of its creators. You'll start at the bastion of San Pedro Martir and see the fortress of San Felipe from afar. Your narrator will explain the reasons why these great fortresses and the different elements of colonial military technology that made them the best defensive weapon against pirate attacks for centuries. You will pass by the old bullring of Serrezuela and the bastion of St. Lucas and St. Catalina. You'll hear about the colonial-era water reserves that were built inside the fortress. The tour ends with an entertaining quiz where you can test your newly acquired knowledge. And if you are lucky, you can visit the cistern with special 3D sound effects. This tour can be done independently of the Cartagena Fortress: The Rise of the Wall part II.