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The 15 Best Cartagena Tours & Day Trips

288 tours  ·  from $5 a head

The walled city is free to walk, so the money goes on getting out of it — or on somebody who can explain it. These 15 cover the old town and Getsemaní on foot, the island boats, the fortress and the mud volcano, each priced with its departure time.

Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour - Following the old slave-trade route
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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

Explore Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní on a lively 150-minute walking tour covering history, culture, music, and local tips for $12.

“Fun tour of this beautiful city. Legacy is a master of historical knowledge, and kept us laughing and cool while exploring. Highly recommend!”

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Cartagena: Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel - The 450-minute boat ride to the Rosario Islands
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Cartagena: Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel

2.Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,479 reviews · 7h 30m · from $107

Review of Cartagena’s Rosario Islands catamaran cruise, with snorkeling, two swim stops, lunch, drinks, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“I would recomend this activity: the tour on the boat was very funny and well organized. The snorkeling part was OK but there is not much to see and do in the brief stay at the island.”

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Full-Day Rosario Islands Including Barú, Bocachica & Playa Blanca - Starting at Muelle de la Bodeguita
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Full-Day Rosario Islands Including Barú, Bocachica & Playa Blanca

3.Full-Day Rosario Islands Including Barú, Bocachica & Playa Blanca

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,729 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $88

A practical review of Cartagena’s Rosario Islands boat tour, with snorkeling, Playa Blanca, Cholón, lunch, costs, safety tips, and honest advice.

“a long day of fun with franklin! if you're solely looking for a beach island party, be aware that the first stop is a walking tour of a historical landmark. my only complaint was that we didn't stay on each island long enough! each stop was 50-60min, but the boat ride was fun baru (last stop) was my favorite beach. bring some cash if you want to save some money, most places accept card/apple pay with an additional 15% service fee”

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Cartagena de Indias: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise - Sailing between Manga and Bocagrande
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Cartagena de Indias: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise

4.2-Hour Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,105 reviews · 2 hours · from $31

Review of Cartagena’s 2-hour sunset catamaran cruise, with city views, music, drinks, snacks, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“The sunset cruise was great, nice atmosphere. I just wish there was more appetizers . By the time they got to me there was nothing left. It’s no big deal but would be nicer to have some.”

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2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat - The first minutes on the water
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2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat

5.2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 899 reviews · 2 hours · from $22

Cartagena’s two-hour sunset party boat mixes skyline views, rum cocktails, Caribbean music, dancing, an entertainer, and nightclub entry.

“Top experience! We had a great time during our cruise, it was stunning to admire sunset from the boat. The atmosphere was nice and friendly, with good music and people. Our guides immediately welcomed and made us feel among friends. And of course the open bar is a plus :) I recommend!”

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Cartagena: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings - The Walled City: Historic Streets and First Bites
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Cartagena: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings

6.Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 833 reviews · 2h 30m · from $49

Taste nine Colombian street foods in Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní while learning local history, culture, and food traditions.

“My husband and I throughly enjoyed our Street Food Tour. Mercedes was our guide and was very good at it. We would have only benefited from her speaking a tad slower and at times, due to being street-side, the noise overpowered her. We truly enjoyed all of the selections she presented. Don’t hesitate to book this tour.”

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Cartagena: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras - The 90-minute full loop
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Cartagena: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras

Cartagena: Totumo Mud Volcano Experience - The road to Santa Catalina and the countryside beyond
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Cartagena: Totumo Mud Volcano Experience

8.Totumo Mud Volcano Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 675 reviews · 4 hours · from $55

Review of Cartagena’s Totumo Mud Volcano tour, with practical tips on transport, tipping, safety, timing, and whether $55 is good value.

“I enjoyed guides Miguel and Davi (?). They kept the group engaged, together and safe. The party option was fun. A good pace overall and sufficient time at each stop.”

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Cartagena: Panoramic City Tour, Monuments, Walls, Castle - Pickup requires more attention than the brochure suggests
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Cartagena: Panoramic City Tour, Monuments, Walls, Castle

9.Panoramic City Tour, Monuments, Walls, Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 636 reviews · 210 minutes - 4 hours · from $15

Explore Cartagena by chiva bus, from San Felipe Castle to the Old Town, with bilingual guidance, photo stops, and practical tips.

“Kike was amazing! ❤️ All the explanation of the places and everything, the organization was perfect. They sent me a message couple of days prior to check in and the day before to confirm everything. The day of the tour we were a little lost and they called me so we were not left behind.”

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Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience - Who will enjoy this beach club most
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Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

Cartagena: Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe - Starting around Cartagena Bay and the Clock Tower
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Cartagena: Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe

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

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

Review of Cartagena’s four-hour tour to La Popa, San Felipe, and the Walled City, with bilingual guides, transport, tips, and honest value advice.

“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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Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling - The catamaran ride sets the tone
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Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

12.Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 569 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Review of Bona Vida’s Rosario Islands catamaran tour from Cartagena, with snorkeling, lunch, swimming stops, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“The boat and crew were great. The vessel was full, and the trip was more about the sailing. We spend just over an hour off of the boat between snorkeling and swimming, and did not visit any islands.”

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Cartagena: Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Finding the Sibarita boat at La Bodeguita Pier
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Cartagena: Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

13.Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 514 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Review of Cartagena’s 90-minute sunset cruise with open bar, bay views, music, practical tips, costs, and who will enjoy it most.

“We had a wonderful time on the sunset cruise. Although the included drinks were limited coke and rum, rum punch, and rum, the rum punch was absolutely delicious. The staff was great! One of the best things we did in Cartagena.”

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Cartagena: Rosario Islands Day Tour with Snorkel & Lunch - The 45-Minute Speedboat Ride from Bocagrande
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Cartagena: Rosario Islands Day Tour with Snorkel & Lunch

14.Rosario Islands Day Tour with Snorkel & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 402 reviews · 8 hours · from $95

Review of Cartagena’s Rosario Islands day tour, with snorkeling, island stops, lunch, speedboat tips, costs, and honest advice.

“My friends and I went on a tour and we had the best time ever. Santiago our tour guide did a phenomenal job at explaining everything and made us feel very comfortable. We were very happy we had him. Defiantly recommend him for anyone planning a trip. He was truly amazing . Just make sure you verify the pick up time ours said 6:15 later to find out it was not until 8:15 .”

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Cartagena: BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city - Starting with the modern districts and bay
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Cartagena: BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city

15.BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city

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

Review of Cartagena’s bilingual Chiva city tour, San Felipe Castle, Old Town, monuments, pickup details, value, and practical tips.

“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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