Discover the secrets of San Felipe de Barajas Castle on this free, tip-based tour. Explore its tunnels and learn about the legends of Cartagena’s most imposing fortress with a certified guide.
Join this exclusive tour of San Felipe de Barajas Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the ultimate symbol of Cartagena de Indias’ resistance. Accompanied by a certified tour guide, you’ll explore its imposing walls, underground galleries, tunnels, and lookouts offering spectacular views of the bay and the city.
You’ll learn how this fortress was built, the military strategies that made it impregnable, the attacks by pirates and foreign armies it successfully repelled, and the stories still told within its walls. Unlike quick tours, here you’ll understand the true historical and cultural value of this Spanish architectural gem.
After the tour of the fortress, we’ll visit the Chocolate Museum: you’ll learn about the region’s cocoa tradition, the artisanal production process, and you’ll be able to sample traditional Colombian chocolate.
Details:
This is a free tour; at the end, please leave the suggested tip for the guide based on your satisfaction with the service.
• Admission to the castle is paid directly at the on-site ticket office; it is not included.
• This tour is suitable for anyone interested in Colombia’s history and heritage.