Santa Marta: Historic City Tour and Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino

Magdalena, Colombia



Discover the best of Santa Marta on this full tour, which includes visits to the Taganga Viewpoint, Parque de los Novios (Lovers' Park), and Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. A traditional local lunch is included.

Highlights

  • Discover the best of Santa Marta on a single sightseeing tour.
  • Learn about its history and Caribbean culture.
  • Visit vantage points and emblematic sites.
  • Includes a traditional Caribbean lunch.

Description

Itinerary At 9:00 a.m., we'll pick you up at your hotel in Santa Marta to begin this full tour of the city's history and most iconic sites. Our first stop will be the historic Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, an old colonial hacienda where Simón Bolivar died in 1830. During the visit, we will learn about its history and explore its gardens and most important monuments, including the Altar of the Fatherland. We will continue the sightseeing tour, passing by the Eduardo Santos Stadium, where we will see the famous Pibe Valderrama Monument, dedicated to the legendary Colombian soccer player Carlos Valderrama. Our next stop will be the Taganga Vantage Point, from where we'll enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Caribbean coast and the picturesque village of Taganga. We'll then head down to the bay to drive along the coastline and Santa Marta's cruise port, before venturing into its charming historic center. There, we'll visit iconic places such as the lively Parque de los Novios, one of the most popular spots in the city. Next, we'll head to a downtown restaurant to enjoy a typical Colombian lunch. The menu includes cojinúa fish, served with coconut rice, patacones, and salad, a delicious sample of Caribbean cuisine. After lunch, we'll head back to your hotel, where the activity will end at around 3:00 PM.

Includes

Pick-up and hotel dropoff. Transportation by minibus. Spanish-speaking tour guide. Entrance fees to the locations visited. Lunch.

Excludes

Beverages during lunch.

Important Information

  • Accessibility: The activity is wheelchair accessible; please indicate this when booking, and a companion is required. The restrooms are accessible, and there is a wheelchair loan service available at an additional cost. In addition, hearing accessibility measures have been implemented, and the staff has sign language skills.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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