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The 15 Best San Felipe Castle & Walled City Tours

23 tours  ·  from $12 a head

The fort never fell, which the guides will tell you more than once. These 15 cover the tunnels, the walls and Getsemani, priced, timed and clear about how much shade there is.

Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour - From the Portal de los Dulces to Plaza de la Aduana
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Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour

1.Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,716 reviews · 2h 30m · from $12Our pick

Follow an English or Spanish guide from Plaza Cervantes through Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní. You’ll see the Clock Tower, Plaza de la Aduana, San Pedro Claver, city walls, Centennial Park, colorful streets, and local music scenes. Guides such as Dani, Legacy, Álvaro David, Robert, and Ingrid add history, humor, dance, and useful food tips.

“It was a first class tour. Our guide spoke excellent English. He was very interesting and experienced and clearly knew his facts well. I would recommend him to everyone. Furthermore, if I can arrange another trip to Colombia I would not hesitate to choose him as our guide. Thank you Regards Andrew and Alexandra Lavery London England.”

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Cartagena: Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe - Starting near Las Bóvedas and the bay drive
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Cartagena: Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe

2.Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 599 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

This four-hour small-group tour combines Cartagena’s best-known sights with air-conditioned transport and a bilingual guide. You’ll visit La Popa Convent, San Felipe Fortress, the Old Shoes Monument, and the Walled City. Guides such as Rafael, Álvaro, Carlos, and Fernando are praised for clear history talks, photo help, and easy English and Spanish explanations.

“Carlos was an excellent Tour Guide. We were picked up at the agreed-upon spot right on time. The tour was thorough and entertaining. We learned so much that we wouldn’t have learned by just walking around on our own. I would highly recommend this Tour.”

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Cartagena: BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city - Cartagena’s letters and India Catalina are quick orientation stops
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Cartagena: BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city

3.BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 387 reviews · 4 hours · from $29

You’ll ride a traditional Chiva through Bocagrande, Laguito, and Castillogrande, stop at Cartagena’s letters and Las Botas Viejas, enter San Felipe Castle, then walk the Old Town with a bilingual guide. Guides such as Cesar, Kike, and William are praised for clear English translation and lively history. Pickup is available from select hotel areas.

“The tour was excellent!! I really appreciated having an English speaking guide. We got to learn many interesting facts that we never knew about the city. The picture that was taken at the shoe and at the beginning of the castle tour was a plus they were beautiful pictures and it was a nice surprise to have them printed we bought all three of them! Our guide was kind, funny and caring. I would highly recommend this tour! It was a great experience”

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Cartagena: Walled City and Getsemani Shared Walking Tour - Meeting under the black umbrella at Plaza de Santo Domingo
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Cartagena: Walled City and Getsemani Shared Walking Tour

4.Walled City and Getsemani Shared Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews · 2 hours · from $16

Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide under the black umbrella at Plaza de Santo Domingo. In about two hours, walk from Cartagena’s colonial core to Getsemani’s colorful streets, seeing the cathedral, Las Bovedas, Plaza de la Trinidad, major bastions, and striking street art. Guides such as Arthur, Rafael, Jorge, and Nelson are known for lively stories and helpful photo stops.

“Arthur is a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable and funny. He shared a good mix of history, culture and modern day Cartagena life. Answered all our questions. Highly recommend! Also very good to do the tour at 9am before it gets too hot!”

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Cartagena: Walled City & Getsemani Private Tour - Starting at Plaza de Bolívar
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Cartagena: Walled City & Getsemani Private Tour

5.Walled City & Getsemani Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 107 reviews · 4 hours · from $69

Spend four hours with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide in Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemani. See Plaza de Bolívar, San Pedro Claver Square, sea-facing walls, colonial streets, and local life. Taste arepa with egg and raspao, with a longer option adding San Felipe Castle.

“Willy did a great job he was very knowledgeable. It was just me and my wife with Willy and a driver in a private car. No cattle car busses from the cruise ship and we could always hear him not being part of a large group. Much better than the cruise ship offerings.”

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Walled City, Getsemani San Felipe Castle Cartagena City Tour - San Felipe Castle, Cartagena’s great military lesson
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Walled City, Getsemani San Felipe Castle Cartagena City Tour

6.Walled City, Getsemani San Felipe Castle Cartagena City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 91 reviews · 5 hours - 390 minutes · from $92

You’ll spend about five hours with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide, visiting San Felipe Castle, the Walled City, Getsemani, and local snack stands. The longer option adds La Popa Convent. Guides such as Fabian, Nelson, Oscar, and Jhon are praised for clear history and personal tips. Hotel or cruise-terminal pickup is included.

“The tour was educational and fun. We had Edgar as our tour guide, and he knew a lot about the city. It was great to learn more about the culture in Cartagena as well as the history of how the city was established. Edgar was very patient and amicable. Would highly recommend!”

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Cartagena Highlights: San Felipe, Popa & Coffee Experience - San Felipe Castle and its underground defenses
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Cartagena Highlights: San Felipe, Popa & Coffee Experience

7.Cartagena Highlights: San Felipe, Popa & Coffee Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $152

This four-hour private tour links Cartagena’s major sights by air-conditioned minivan and on foot. Visit San Felipe Castle, La Popa Convent, the Clock Tower, Plaza de Bolívar, and Getsemaní, then taste Colombian coffee. Guides such as Eduardo, Martin, William, and Hernan have been praised for clear English, local knowledge, and flexible pacing.

“This tour is a perfect introduction to Cartagena. Our guide answered many questions eagerly, and even showed us where to buy the shirt he was wearing. It was longer than four hours, and since we had a big breakfast, we didn’t care that there was no stopping for lunch as the tour described.”

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Shared Cartagena Old City Tour with Wireless Audio System - Plaza de la Aduana and the business of empire
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Shared Cartagena Old City Tour with Wireless Audio System

8.Shared Cartagena Old City Tour with Wireless Audio System

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 28 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $12

Explore Cartagena’s Walled City with a live English or Spanish guide, wireless audio, and a 2 to 2.5-hour walk through the Clock Tower, Bolívar Square, cathedral area, plazas, bastions, and city walls. Guides such as Juli explain colonial power, piracy, Afro-Caribbean culture, and local food spots.

“Super bueno, la guía muy agradable, clara , es una persona muy estudiada y conocedora de la historia.”

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Walking Tour Cartagena Old City with Gold Museum and Plaza de Bolivar - Las Bóvedas begins the story at the city wall
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Walking Tour Cartagena Old City with Gold Museum and Plaza de Bolivar

9.Walking Tour Cartagena Old City with Gold Museum and Plaza de Bolivar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $67

Start at Las Bóvedas and walk Cartagena’s old city with a private English-Spanish guide. You’ll see Plaza de Bolívar, San Pedro Church, the cathedral, the clock tower, city walls, and the Zenú Gold Museum. Guides such as Belkin, Inri, Martin, Rafael, and Sam are praised for clear history and warm help. Wear good shoes and a hat.

“Our tour guide, Inri was very good. The tour was supposed to include the gold museum which was left off, so we did not go there. If you are interested in history the walking tour is great.”

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San Felipe Castle and Getsemani Walking Tour with tickets - The short walk toward San Felipe Castle
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San Felipe Castle and Getsemani Walking Tour with tickets

10.San Felipe Castle and Getsemani Walking Tour with tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 27 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Start at Plaza de la Trinidad beneath the black umbrella, then walk through Getsemaní’s murals and colonial streets before reaching San Felipe Castle. Guides such as Arturo, Arthur, and Carlos Moreno explain Cartagena’s past in English or Spanish. The three-hour tour includes castle admission, insurance, and panoramic city views.

“Arthur was a great guide. Took the time out being that it was only my wife and I that booked. Basically being a private tour. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Cartengena. I would recommend this tour if you want to know about San Felipe fort and the surrounding area. You won't be disappointed”

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Cartagena: Walled City Walking Tour - Aduana, Coches, and Proclamation Squares
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Cartagena: Walled City Walking Tour

11.Walled City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 26 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Spend three hours walking Cartagena’s old walled city with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Visit San Pedro Claver Church and the Inquisition Palace, then pass grand plazas, bastions, Café del Mar, and Las Bóvedas. Guides such as Álvaro and Walter have been praised for clear history and flexible storytelling.

“The guide was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture of Cartagena. Would definitely rebook for more information.”

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Cartagena: Walled City Kayak Tour - Crossing the channel toward the Clock Tower
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Cartagena: Walled City Kayak Tour

12.Walled City Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 25 reviews · 1h 30m · from $73

Paddle 3 km from San Sebastián de Pastelillo fortress toward the Clock Tower, Camellón de los Mártires, and San Lázaro lagoon. A bilingual guide such as Andrés, Einar, or German leads the route, explains Cartagena’s defenses, and takes you to Bird’s Island, a mangrove home to many birds.

“My guide was perfect. Definetly can recommend this activity”

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Gastronomic tour and professional photos in the old city - Meeting at the Torre del Reloj
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Gastronomic tour and professional photos in the old city

13.Gastronomic tour and professional photos in the old city

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours · from $76Top rated

Meet Mafe, Luis, or another bilingual local guide at Cartagena’s Torre del Reloj. In two hours, you’ll taste typical snacks and coffee, walk through Getsemaní, and pause at Centenario Park and Calle de Las Sombrillas for professional portraits. It’s a private-group option built around food, local stories, and shareable photos.

“Mafe is a Great tourguide and amazing photographer! Huge knowledge. I don't know where the 2 hours go! Saw a lot, discovered a lot and I could repeat it again. Greetings from Łukasz (Poland)”

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Tour Compartido al Castillo San Felipe de Barajas Cartagena - Starting at Plaza de la Trinidad
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Tour Compartido al Castillo San Felipe de Barajas Cartagena

14.Tour Compartido al Castillo San Felipe de Barajas Cartagena

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 18 reviews · 2h 30m · from $12

This 150-minute Spanish walking tour connects Plaza de la Trinidad, Getsemaní, and San Felipe de Barajas. Guides such as Ronaldo, Luis Carlos, Luis Fernando, and John Serrato bring the history to life. You will walk about 7 km, stop at a chocolate museum, and buy the castle ticket separately.

“Ronaldo ha sido un guía excepcional un gran profesional nos ha encantado le recomendamos sin dudas y volveremos a repetir. Además de tener grandes conocimientos históricos hemos disfrutado y pasado genial con muchas anécdotas. Un top de guía”

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Private Street Food Tour in Walled City and Getsemani - Beginning at the Clock Tower and Walled City
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Private Street Food Tour in Walled City and Getsemani

15.Private Street Food Tour in Walled City and Getsemani

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 11 reviews · 4 hours · from $68

Join a private English or Spanish tour through Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní. Your guide leads you past the Clock Tower and local food stands while you sample arepa de huevo, carimañola, cocadas, fruit, shrimp cocktail, coffee, and beer. Guides including Alberto, John, and Adalberto have led this experience.

“The guide was very nice and knowledgeable but a bit slow. He showed us several points of interest but unfortunately it was a very hot and muggy day and we had to cut the tour short due to the weather conditions. The “food tour” portion of it was just fine wit a ceviche, an arepa and some candy. I was really expecting more out of a food tour.”

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