Cartagena Private Tour with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems

Cartagena, Colombia

2 to 6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Cartagena is full to the brim with color and culture, so you’ll want to make the most of every minute in the UNESCO-listed city. This private and personalized tour lets you explore at your own pace according to an itinerary that takes your interests into account, so you don’t have to follow a standardized sightseeing schedule. Choose to focus on street food, sunset spots, or evening outdoor art—it’s up to you.

Get the inside scoop on what to see and do from a local
Exploring on foot promotes a more relaxed pace
Benefit from the freedom and flexibility of a private tour
A pre-tour questionnaire lets you personalize your itinerary

What's Included

Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations.

Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

This is a walking tour. Your host will meet you at your selected hotel, and the tour will begin on foot. If you’d prefer to meet at a central location instead, please choose the meeting point option. If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option. This is a private walking experience. Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour. NO private vehicle is included. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.

Meeting point

Plaza de los Coches
Cra. 7, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
A central and iconic gateway to Cartagena’s Old Town, this is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Cartagena (Pass By)

Plaza De Los Coches (Pass By)

Plaza de San Pedro Claver (Pass By)

Estancia de La Mantilla (Pass By)

Getsemani Neighborhood (Pass By)

Baluarte de San Francisco Javier (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate