The 8 Best Cartagena Tours

1.Cartagena: Roman Theater, Forum, Castle and Panoramic Lift

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 710 reviews · 15 days · from $24Our pick

One Cartagena combo ticket for the Roman Theater, Roman Forum Museum, Panoramic Lift, and Conception Castle, with optional audio.

“These four locations are definitely the 'must see' of Cartagena. Changing the voucher (on a smartphone) into actual tickets and audio guides can be easily done at either location. Tipp 1: start your tour at the main plaza (5-10 min walking distance from the cruise ship terminal). There you will find the entrance to the museum of the Roman theatre. From the exit of the museum walk to the panoramic elevator (location 2) which brings you directly up to the castle (location 3). Tipp 2: once you are done with the Roman forum Molinete (location 4) walk past the entrance of the museum (not the exit) further up the hill…”

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2.Cartagena, Spain: Panoramic Double-Decker Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 526 reviews · 1 day · from $9

Double-decker Cartagena bus tour with clear audio, a free hour in the center, and a beach stop at Cala Cortina.

“Very nice ride quite informative and easy to use. Thank you.”

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3.Cartagena : Roman Theatre Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 481 reviews · 1 day · from $8

Step into Cartagena’s Roman Theatre Museum by Rafael Moneo, with a self-paced walk from history passageways to the outdoor stage.

“Well worth the money. A great experience and wonderful to see a part of history preserved so well.”

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4.Cartagena: Panoramic Lift & Conception Castle Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 272 reviews · 1 day · from $7Best value

Ride Cartagena’s Panoramic Lift to Castillo de la Concepción, explore millenary history with audio guides, and enjoy port views.

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5.Cartagena: Guided boat tour to Isla de las Palomas

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 154 reviews · 1h 30m · from $35Top rated

Cartagena’s Isla de las Palomas boat tour gives small-group coastal views, bilingual commentary, and a smooth ride to a Cory’s shearwater nesting site.

“Fantastic activity. Great guide. Perfect length of time and a really fun way to see the coastline.”

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6.Cartagena: Guided boat tour of Cartagena and Algamecas Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 146 reviews · 1 hour · from $23

One hour on a small-group boat from Cartagena’s port to the Algamecas coast, with bilingual commentary, padded seats, and great value.

“The boat trip is a must have when you visit Cartagena. Our boat driver Antonio was amazing! Very friendly, he told us a lot of interesting facts, recommended us best restaurants and beaches that are more known to locals and was a very good driver! Lovely trip, best experience we had during our stay in Spain. Definitely recommend!”

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7.Cartagena: Guided Walking Tour with Tapas and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 143 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $64

Stroll Cartagena with an English guide for history, then slow down for 3 tapa tastings and 3 drinks at handpicked spots.

“Our guide was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and kind at the same time. He was very personable and he made us comfortable to ask any questions. His English was great! 11/10 recommend the tour! Thank you so much!!!!”

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8.Cartagena: Ancient Roman Walking Tour with Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $64

Roman Cartagena on foot in 2.5 hours, with Roman Theatre entry, the Roman Forum district, and a tapa plus a drink included.

“Our guide Bruno was excellent and very knowledgeable. We loved every bit of the tour, especially tapas and vermouth.”

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