Shore Excursion Details

Shopping Tour While Discovering The Walled City

Cartagena, Colombia

Shopping Tour While Discovering The Walled City

DETAILS

  • 4
    hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

Spend hours browsing the shops within Cartagena’s seemingly impregnable walled Old Town, a historical area that UNESCO declared a World Heritage site for its colonial architecture. The venues are particularly intriguing as most of them were originally used for other purposes. As you will discover at Las Bovedas or The Vaults, the low-slung seaside shopping arcade was once a dungeon. Dozens of stores now occupy the former cells along the lengthy arched corridors. Similarly, in a former life, the upscale mall La Serrezuela was part of a Moorish-style bullring. Today, it is an entertainment center full of fashionable shops, especially for jewelry and clothing. During this tour you'll be able to indulge in some of the best Colombian coffee at a unique coffee shop located in the building that was once the first city hall of Cartagena, and later continue to a place where, you'll marvel at the dazzling Colombian emerald jewelry discovering the significance of these precious gems in Colombian culture. Be dazzled by the stunning pieces of jewelry that showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of Colombian jewelry makers. Cartagena is also renowned for its rum as you will discover at a store that specializes in the spirit. A tasting will be part of the experience. Browse several shopping plazas with a variety of exclusive merchandise. Shop for locally made items ranging from handicrafts to emerald jewelry. Recognize the historical importance of the venues, one of which was a bullring.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair or those with limited mobility. Weather appropriate clothing; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Waiver must be signed. Walking tour involves an approximate 1.5 km walking on cobblestone, flat, and uneven surfaces in Cartagena’s Old Town. Tour sequence may vary due to traffic or weather conditions. Dress in weather-appropriate clothing. Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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