Old Shoes Monument (Los Zapatos Viejos) Attractions & Things to do

Experience Cartagena in style aboard a Classic Car, with elegant cars built in the 1950s. We have many models from big brands such as Mercedes Benz, Ford, Mercury and many more!

Taking this tour in this old car will allow you to connect with the wonderful history that Cartagena has, an emblematic old city where its old houses, its monuments are the perfect combination with this car.

This tour is a panoramic tour, in which you can ask the driver to stop at the places that catch your attention to see them from the outside.

The tour includes a specialized driver and hydration during the tour.


Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes.

With our City tour in chiva you will be able to visit the most emblematic places of Cartagena in the typical Colombian bus. The tour makes a stop at the most important tourist sites of the city such as the Internal Bay of Cartagena, the Letters of Cartagena, the Monument to the Old Shoes, the Fort of San Felipe de Barajas, the Monument to India Catalina and the Historical Center of the city.


Duration: 4 hours.

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In Cartagena, there are buses called "Chiva Rumberas." You’ve probably noticed the bright, colorful buses blasting Latin music. They’re filled with people who seem to be having a great time. Chiva tours are iconic in Cartagena, and you really haven’t visited Cartagena until you've hopped on board and experienced a Chiva Rumbera. The colorful Chiva bus will take you and your tour companions through the streets of Cartagena. We’ll show you everything that needs to be seen in our city, and in the meantime, you’ll have a blast!
Duration: 2 hours.

On our tours you will get to know a little of our city, such as its fortifications, monuments, it is a tour full of culture where you will feel the history that our city has. We invite you to this wonderful tour, get on the vibrantly colored Chiva bus, experience the modern and touristic area of Bocagrande, Laguito and Castillo Grande. See one of the most beautiful natural bays and a lush linear park and we will take pictures at the Zapatos Viejos (a large shoe statue).
Arrive at the Castillo de San Felipe and have the opportunity to enter the castle, take a tour of it or simply take some pictures of its magnificent Spanish colonial features. Head to the walled city where the walking tour begins.
Follow your guide through the historic center, have a panoramic view of the Bobedas (armor store) and see the Clock Tower. Return to your pick-up point with unforgettable memories of this colorful city.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

The City Tour includes in a single tour the visit to the most emblematic places of Cartagena and its history. You will be able to additionally experience the entrance to one of the tunnels of the Castillo de San Felipe and live the experience of witnessing part of the history of the city in both the modern and historical parts. A tour that should not be missed on your visit to Cartagena de Indias.
Duration: 4 hours 50 minutes.

We are a company with over 20 years of experience in Cartagena, providing a unique and special service for each one of our clients. This tour is a cultural service designed for those who want to learn more about the history of Cartagena, visit the main historical monuments of the city, and discover their historical significance. The highlight is the walk through the historic center, where you'll truly step back in time. The entire service is accompanied by a professional guide.

Itinerary:

Stop at the bay (photo stop)
Stop at the letters (photo stop)
Stop at the Old Shoes monument (photo stop)
Stop at San Felipe Castle, entrance included (approx. 45 minutes)
Walk through the historic center
Duration: 4 hours.

This excursion will take you to see the most representative sites of the city of Cartagena, Bocagrande, Bahia, tourist dock, monument of old shoes, castle of San Felipe, walled city.

On your tour you will see colonial-style houses and the walls of its historic center

Get to know emblematic monuments such as India Catalina and the Old Shoes

Take the opportunity to ask the guide all the questions you have during the tour and thus learn about the history that surrounds this city

We will visit the San Felipe de Barajas Castle, the most important military engineering work of Spain in America and which protected the city from pirate attacks.
Duration: 4 hours.

Our Share city tour is the only one in Cartagena that includes a guided visit to Monastery of la Candelaria located in the highest point of the city considered a natural balcony of Cartagena"If you come to Cartagena and do not visit Monastery of la Candelaria you "can not say that you were in Cartagena"
There is no better way to enjoy the history and culture of a city than accompanied by a professional and fun bilingual tour guide available to provide you with comprehensive information about the city and with the ability to answer any questions you may have while on the tour. .
We will talk not only about the history of Cartagena but also about our customs including music, gastronomy, sports, politics, economy, etc.
This experience included a guided visit to: San Felipe Fort and La Popa Convent
Duration: 4 hours.

Enjoy this 4-hour amazing city tour of Cartagena. We will visit saint phillip fort and The Monastery of Popa.
Duration: 4 hours.

Our Chiva Rumbera takes you through the illuminated streets of the city while you enjoy contagious rhythms that make you move non-stop. On board, you will find an energetic atmosphere, bright lights and a DJ spinning the hottest hits. Dance to the rhythm of the music and share laughter with friends and new rumba companions.
Duration: 2 hours.

Begin the tour in Bocagrande and board the vibrantly colored Chiva bus at a centrally located meeting point. Start early with a morning tour or sleep in with an afternoon tour. Experience the modern and tourist area. See one of the most beautiful natural bays and a lush linear park. We will pass by the iconic India Catalina, a statue representing an important indigenous woman and take photos at the Zapatos Viejos (a large shoe statue). Arrive at Castillo de San Felipe, where you can panoramic and simply take some photographs of its magnificent Spanish colonial features. Head to the walled city where the walking tour begins. Follow your guide through the historic center and visit Las Bobedas (armoury) and see the Clock Tower. Return to your pickup point with unforgettable memories of this colorful city.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

- Admission included. Embark on an unforgettable journey through time with this immersive self-guided audio tour and relive the epic clashes of Cartagena's greatest naval battle. Step into the shoes of the valiant soldiers who defended Cartagena against Vernon's relentless attacks.

- Upon booking, you will receive two vouchers: The first voucher grants access to our audio guide and will be sent to you immediately after completing your reservation. The second voucher, which serves as the entry ticket to Fort San Felipe, will be sent ONE day prior to your travel date. If your travel date coincides with your purchase date, we will have up to 12 HOURS to send you the entry ticket voucher. Please ensure you book in ADVANCE.

- The Viator Voucher is not your entry ticket and will not be accepted on-site.
- No live guide or physical meeting point is provided.
- Tickets must be downloaded to your phone or printed.
Duration: 1 hour.

Enjoy a spectacular night tour of the walled city, aboard a colorful and very representative bus from Cartagena.
Duration: 5 hours.

In the Chiva, typical vehicle of the coast but conditioned with dance floor and lights you will enjoy the most magical night of your trip to Cartagena de Indias
The tour is enlivened by our guide and entertainer, live dj and at the end we can enter a disco and return to the hotel at the time we want on our own or if we do not enter they will drop us back at the hotel.
Duration: 2 to 4 hours.

Enjoy a historical tour of the most emblematic sites of the city, avoiding long lines and learning about the wonderful history hidden in the walls and monuments of Cartagena in a dynamic and fun way.

Important note: We provide this experience in private circles for your safety and comfort. Applies to individual travelers, couples or groups. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience exploring what Cartagena La Heroica has to offer. Get to know the Santa Cruz de la Candelaria monastery on the Popa hill, a beautiful architectural work from the 12th century with a lot of history, and at the same time a natural viewpoint due to its unbeatable location.

Do not forget to visit the San Felipe de Barajas castle, a sample of the military engineering of the colonial era and of the attack and defense strategies where battles were fought that marked the history of this city.

A walk through the squares and streets of the city will allow you to appreciate houses with their balconies, churches, convents, and bastions. with time do your shopping.
Duration: 3 hours 45 minutes.

A unique way to tour the beautiful city of Cartagena and its monuments on this night tour aboard the traditional Chiva Rumbera with a DJ on board and enjoying the Delicious Medellín Rum. Lots of party and lots of fun. You can also bring your favorite drink on board, there is no limit!
Duration: 2 hours 55 minutes.

Our tour is complete to visit the city, it will help you understand the history in 2 hours, and you will get to know almost all the important places around the historic center.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Enjoy a 4-hour tour with live music through the main streets of Cartagena, with other national and foreign tourists like you with whom you can interact in what is practically a mobile discotheque. Walk through the main streets of tourist Cartagena, the avenues of Bocagrande, the small lake, the clock tower and the Pegasus Pier.

Make a stop at the old shoes, panoramic of the San Felipe castle and the letters of Cartagena where you will have a beautiful photographic memory. They also stop at the Letters of Cartagena to take photos, you reach the walls and the vaults, and finally they take you to a traditional nightclub.

The cover of the city is included where you can enjoy the Cartagena rumba. Here you can also meet other people. If you want to stay at the club you can do so and the trip back to the hotel will be at your expense or if you want to end your night then they will take you back to the hotel.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Travelers must book this tour because we will make them delve into the history in each place that we will arrive, they will have a very personal encounter with the culture, architecture, customs of the before and now that the natives of the city keep, in addition to the history You will find wonderful places that makes our city unique.

Duration: 3 hours.

Discover the Essence of Cartagena with the Traditional City Tour.
Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Cartagena de Indias with our exclusive "Cartagena Histórica: Traditional City Tour." This immersive journey takes you through the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Cartagena Letters, Manga Fortress, Old Shoes monument, and the legendary San Felipe de Barajas Fortress, where you’ll explore its historic labyrinths. Enjoy a guided walk through the enchanting streets of the Historic Center, all while a certified bilingual guide shares fascinating stories and insights. With comfortable transportation, hydration provided, and options for private or group tours, this 4.5-hour experience is perfect for anyone looking to uncover the magic of Cartagena in one day. Available daily, with morning and afternoon departures. Book now and make lasting memories in this Caribbean gem!
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes.

Starting from the bastion of Santo Domingo, this soundwalk will take you on an adventure to learn about all the pirate tales that Cartagena has to offer. The narrator of this special audio walk with 3D sound effects is a pirate himself. As you follow Black Bart's stories, he will tell you about his own adventures and the legends and heroes he knows. You will learn how piracy began in the Caribbean, starting from the controversies in Europe related to the Mare Clausum. As you explore the city, your guide will show you the different places where the raids took place. Be prepared to laugh and enjoy your walk as your narrator tells you the stories of Drake, Vernon, Hawkins, Robert Baal, Martin Cote and the crazy adventures of Baron de Pointis. You'll also learn about the pirate code and the reasons why Cartagena was such a coveted city for raids during the golden years of piracy.
Duration: 45 to 60 minutes.

Discover the magic of Cartagena with our City Tour on a typical, traditional, and indigenous bus through Cartagena. This tour offers a unique immersion in the history and culture of the city. We begin with panoramic views of the bay and a tour of the historic center, with its charming colonial architecture. Visit the imposing Fort of San Felipe and the historic Fort San Sebastián del Pastelillo. Enjoy the spectacular views from La Popa and walk along the walls that protected the city. Marvel at the emblematic monuments and squares such as Plaza de Bolívar and India Catalina. Stop at the iconic Botas Viejas and capture unforgettable moments in the colorful Letras de Cartagena. Book now and live an unforgettable experience full of history and beauty!
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Cartagena de Indias, the most important tourist destination in Colombia and one of the most outstanding and recognized tourist sites in the world

It is a beautiful place that you can cycle through or simply walk to enjoy its architecture and enjoy its warm climate of 30°C on average.

One of the charms that makes Cartagena de Indias an essential destination is its amazing ability to transport you back in time in the 21st century and this is due to the beautiful and well-preserved Historic Center of the city.

You will easily recognize colonial Cartagena, since it is surrounded by the walls that traced the limits of the old city.
Duration: 4 hours.

The expert guide provides enriching stories about Cartagena's rich history, offering an intimate and authentic experience. The mix of cycling, cultural immersion, and the natural and historical beauty of Cartagena makes this tour especially memorable. This bike tour through Cartagena stands out for enabling an active and cultural exploration of the city, from the Blas de Lezo monument to the Clock Tower, on comfortable and fun bikes.
Duration: 2 hours.

Cartagena de Indias, is a city that keeps history in every corner, filling yourself with all the beauty of the Caribbean in this city is something unimaginable.

The experience of meeting her is simply spectacular. Touring the walled city with our city tours will be a dose of history and culture, getting to know the historic center, taking you back in time on this tour.

You can also visit the castle of San Felipe, one of the largest fortifications in the city.

Delve into what was in the 16th century a place full of thick jungle and today leaves the memory of the convent of the stern.

We can go through lines explaining what you are going to visit with this tour. But it will not be even half of the experience you will live.

Get to know Cartagena, walk its streets, fill yourself with history with our City Tours.
Duration: 3 hours.

Come and enjoy an unforgettable private experience accompanied by one of our best tour guides who will show you the most important points of Cartagena such as Fort San Felipe, La Candelaria Monastery located at the highest point of Cartagena, the walled city where you can appreciate the charming colonial-style buildings, some of them with beautiful balconies decorated with tropical flowers, squares, churches followed by a visit to a typical restaurant where you will taste a delicious corvina ceviche. Prepared by a local cook, you will discover why our gastronomy is considered exotic and unique.
Duration: 4 hours.

Immediately you confirm your reservation you will have the opportunity to know who we are, we are a group of guides who love and enjoy this job so much , you will find three generations of professional guides and we also have our own air-Condicioned vehicles.
Please get in touch with us after you book the tours for more details, We are Flexible
Duration: 4 hours.

Knowing the history of Cartagena, Colombia, is essential for several reasons, its Cultural Diversity. This beautiful city has had throughout history the mixture of several cultures such as indigenous, African and European.

Its history reflects that it was a city with a lot of international influence and was considered one of the most important ports in America during the Spanish viceroyalty era. Most of its artistic and cultural heritage comes from this period, which enriches the cultural and social identity of the city. With this tour you will be able to learn a little more about this history and we will visit each of the most important points of the city while traveling in a comfortable van or bus with air conditioning with a certified guide.

With this tour you will be able to learn about the history and we will visit each of the most important points of the city while traveling in a comfortable van or bus with air conditioning with a certified guide.
Duration: 4 hours.

Cartagena de Indias, better known as the fantastic one thanks to our Colombian singer-songwriter, Carlos Vives and named by UNESCO as a Historical and Cultural Heritage of Humanity. It offers you the best places of interest, architecture and culture to meet as a couple, family and friends.

How can you meet her?
Our city tour in private air-conditioned vehicles is an excellent plan, in fact one of the most recommended to get to know each of the corners of the city full of history.
Duration: 3 to 30 minutes.