Cartagena Shore Excursion: History & Local Flavors｜Colombia

Explore Cartagena through its history, culture, and flavors on a shore excursion designed especially for cruise passengers with limited time in the city.

Explore the heart of Cartagena’s Historic Center, walking through its charming colonial streets and visiting some of the city’s most iconic squares and landmarks. Along the way, hear stories about Cartagena’s foundation, colonial period, pirates and attacks, the walled city, independence, cultural heritage, and the different cultures that have shaped the city over the centuries.

Continue into Getsemaní, one of Cartagena’s most vibrant and authentic neighborhoods. Discover its colorful streets, local traditions, street art, plazas, and important role in Cartagena’s history and independence.

Make several stops at local places where you will have the opportunity to taste 10 traditional Colombian and Caribbean specialties, tastings may include Colombian coffee, tropical fruits, local bread, arepas, traditional sweets, beer, and other typical flavors from Cartagena and the Caribbean coast.

Each tasting is part of the story. Your guide will explain what you are trying, where it comes from, and how food reflects Cartagena’s cultural diversity and Caribbean identity.