Discover Black and Heroic Cartagena Tour
Tour Overview
Immerse yourself in the true history of Cartagena and honor the legacy of those who built its soul! Hand in hand with a professional local guide, this tour will take you to discover the "Black & Heroic Cartagena", an in-depth journey through the life, culture and the fundamental contribution of the black community to the development of our city.
Your itinerary of historical reconnection:
- The Origin: We start at the city's first port, the point of arrival of the souls that populated the New World, to understand the beginning of our cultural mix.
- Traces of the Colony: We will visit the main square, former scene of the slave trade, a space for memory and historical reflection.
- Vibrant Getsemaní: We will visit the popular and colorful neighborhood of Getsemaní. Discover how this place, which welcomed Africans in the colony, keeps alive its resistance today through its murals, its architecture and its people.
- Defense and Fortresses: We will finish in San Sebastián del Pastelillo, the first military fort of the city, key in the defense against pirates and corsairs.
What's Included
Meeting Point
Plaza de la aduana Cartagena