by Lmoff62
Loved the contrast between the old city and modern skyline. Fort was great. We did the Fort/Las Bovedas/City tour thru Princess. David the guide was very good. Vendors in old city were very persistent but not rude. Due to mechanical issue on boat we were only there from 6:30 am - 12:00, which was not really long enough and was a bit too early. At end of tour when we had free time there were no restaurants/bars open yet for drinks. Las Bovedas weren't what I would call artisan shops, mostly manufactured products.
Visited: Nov 20, 2017
by patonbreak
Cartagena not so much, although it was a thrill to get to South America. Really appreciate our visit to an indigenous community, however.
Visited: Dec 10, 2015
by djohnsonjkjc
Did not feel safe
Visited: Feb 10, 2020
by DianaMontignac
Stayed on board.
Visited: Jan 28, 2020
by herndon18
Went down to the port and looked around. We had been here before.
Visited: Nov 03, 2019
by BnB2cruise
Just toured the bird sanctuary at the port.
Visited: Mar 02, 2020
by sister42
The excursion was not that good. To rushed and to many people would not leave us alone selling things. But we enjoyed the last part coming back on the ship seeing all the beautiful birds at the duty free shopping area
Visited: Apr 18, 2019
by kathylew485
Excusive Cartagena small group only 6- great guide and much history,bought emerald
Visited: Apr 06, 2015
by Richard1183
Did the bus tour, incl'g hilltop monastery and shopping stops (at places where we suspect the tour guide gets kickbacks). But the worst aspect was the street vendors who absolutely badger you to buy their stuff. Will not take "NO!" for an answer and leave you alone. Put me in a totally negative frame of mind to even consider buying anything from anyone or any shop. Way worse than similar shopping in Falmouth, or Puerto Limon, or Georgetown. They should take Cartagena off the itinery and add someplace nice. Oh, and traffic in Cartagena is a NIGHTMARE! I would NOT suggest anyone try to drive in it. Emeralds are hugely expensive, but will be discounted (your guide may be helpful in advising.) (price some at jewelry stores at home before going.)
Visited: Oct 21, 2018
by capmauricee
Was very hot, we went on our own excursion
Visited: Dec 18, 2019
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