Private 4-hour walking tour of Cartagena with official tour guide
Description
Enjoy this completely private excursion and discover this wonderful coastal town in the region of Murcia. Don’t miss the chance to get to know this ancient spanish town, which also hosts many roman archaeological places such as the theatre and the Roman neighbourhood. The city also has a very beautiful modern architecture, such as the Consisorial Palace of Cartagena, which was built between the 1900 and 1907. Your private, official tour guide will be at your entire disposition during the whole duration of the tour.
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Cartagena's naval museum promotes knowledge of the history of the Spanish Navy, shipbuilding, nautical science and its auxiliary sciences (cosmography, cartography and instruments), the history of maritime voyages and discoveries, underwater archaeology and intangible maritime heritage.
Panoramic elevator to Torres park and exterior view of Cartagena's castle.The castle of the Conception or Asdrubal is a medieval construction of the thirteenth or fourteenth century, although built on earlier Roman and Arab buildings. From the Arab period remains standing the lantern of the castle, which served as a lighthouse
The Roman theater, built between 5 and 1 BC, had a capacity for about 7000 spectators, and was in use until the third century, from which time several buildings were superimposed. In 1988 it was exhumed. With a capacity of about 7000 spectators, it was one of the largest in Roman Hispania, excavated almost entirely in the rock. The Roman Theater Museum, designed by architect Rafael Moneo, takes visitors inside the monument, turning the Roman Theater into its last great hall.
The Consistorial Palace of Cartagena, also known as Cartagena City Hall, is one of the main modernist buildings of the city, built between 1900 and 1907. It is a triangular building. The façade is made entirely of white marble, and the zinc domes stand out on the roof. The entire exterior is repeatedly decorated with the emblems of the city: the castle of the Conception of the coat of arms of the city, and the mural crown, awarded by the Roman general Scipio Africanus when he took the city of Carthago Nova.
Impressive 18th Century building located in the main pedestrian street of the old city centre
The city of Carthago Nova was one of the most splendid of the Roman Empire. Since Republican times, it had a large amphitheater. The Roman forum of Carthago Nova was located in the center of the city, at the confluence of the main roads and between the mountains. The forum was located approximately under the current San Francisco square and has been partially excavated. Among the main monuments of the forum that have been found so far are: - Temple dedicated to the Capitoline triad: Jupiter, Juno and Minerva. - The augusteum. - The curia, seat of the government of the colony. - Baths and palestra of the low imperial period. - The temple of Isis.
At the Punic Wall you will enter one of the most important episodes in the history of the Mediterranean, the Punic Wars between the Carthaginians and the Romans. You will learn about the legendary past of Qart Hadast founded by General Asdrubal in 229 BC and its most significant site, the wall, one of the few Carthaginian remains found in Spain. In addition, next to the wall, you can see the burial crypt of the hermitage of San Jose built in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Its walls offer a very peculiar pictorial program, the Dances of Death.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(13)
Great tour! Ivan was knowledgeable and friendly. We traveled with young children and they enjoyed the tour as well.
Thank you very much for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you had a great tour and that Ivan’s knowledge and friendly approach made the experience enjoyable for your whole family. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience in the future.
It was a fantastic walking tour. Melo was a pleasure! He was professional and very informative. Would definitely recommend, without hesitation, if you want a condensed overview of the city and historical narrative.
Thank you very much for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic walking tour and that Melo made the experience both enjoyable and informative. It is wonderful to know that the tour provided a great overview of the city and its historical background in such an engaging way. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We sincerely appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future.
A fair bit of walking but not too hard. Both sites are excellent to visit. Our guide was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.
Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed visiting both sites and found the walking manageable throughout the experience. It is especially wonderful to know that your guide’s knowledge and approachable manner helped make the tour even more enjoyable and engaging. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Melo (Carmelo) was wonderful and full of history and great local information. Four hours went by so fast! I highly recommend! THANK YOU MELO! ❤️
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that Carmelo made your experience so enjoyable with his deep knowledge of the history and local insights. We truly appreciate your recommendation and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
We shared a wonderful afternoon with Noelia. She is a lovely young lady with good history and stories of Cartagena. The Roman Amphitheater is amazing. Lost under rubble and homes for 2000 years and found by chance. The facades of Cartagena are beautiful in the old city. We highly recommend this tour.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed such a lovely afternoon in Cartagena with Noelia, we’re glad you had the opportunity to discover its remarkable heritage. We truly value your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another memorable experience. Kind regards, The Tour Travel & More Team
Noelia is the most wonderful guide! It felt like we were walking around Cartagena with a friend. Her personal stories as a native of the area brought the history to life. I’m ashamed to admit I didn’t know much about the Spanish Civil War before this trip, but she helped us understand it and its impact to Cartagena and so many other communities. Know if you’re visiting on a Monday that most museums and landmarks are closed, but Noelia was so knowledgeable that it didn’t matter! And she was able to get us into a museum which we had all to ourselves! What a treat, especially since it was raining outside, it gave us a chance to keep learning and dry off :-) She was even kind enough to take us to a place for authentic Asiatico (espresso with Licorice 43 among other tasty ingredients) and help us find a reputable retailer to get a few glasses with the recipe to take home. At the end of our tour she recommended some non-tourist local spots for lunch and she was spot on. We had the most amazing experience because of her expertise, kindness, and patience. I hope to come back in the future and get in contact with her again. People like Noelia make travel adventures joyful and easy :-) Don’t do Cartagena on your own, book with Noelia and see the city in a way that only someone local can unveil for you.
Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review. We are truly delighted to hear that your experience in Cartagena with Noelia was so special. She is indeed a wonderful guide, and it’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed your day with her so much. We’re also glad to know that, despite visiting on a Monday when many museums are closed, Noelia was able to adapt the tour. We truly appreciate your kind words, and sincerely hope to welcome you back in the future for another wonderful adventure. The Tour Travel & More Team
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and obviously loves the city and its history. He was very pleasant and we explored at a very nice pace. The city has a rich history and was fun to explore.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed discovering Cartagena with your guide. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon for another memorable Tour Travel & More experience! Warm regards, The Tour Travel & More Team
David was great blended history and current events to undrrstand the city better. Also reccommended the best gelato in the city.
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to know everything went smoothly and that you were able to make the most of your visit. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another memorable tour! Warm regards, The Tour Travel & More Team
George was excellent!! Very knowledgeable and so nice!! You could tell that he loves his city!! Would highly recommend!!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with George. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future! Warm regards, The Tour Travel & More Team
Rosel, our guide was absolutely wonderful. She considered our ability to walk and climb multiple stairs and consistently asked us if we a break. She adjusted the tour based on our abilities. She was a delight to be with. Her knowledge was amazing.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience with your guide! We hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon. Best regards, The Tour Travel & More Team
