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By Rosotravel - Colombia Tours & Experiences
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$640 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Discover Cartagena’s secrets with a 5-Star Licensed Private Guide
    • Enter the Palace of the Inquisition with included tickets
    • See original torture devices and artefacts from the Spanish Inquisition
    • Learn how faith and power shaped Cartagena’s colonial history
    • Admire grand colonial architecture in a peaceful, story-filled setting

Activity location

    • Cartagena
    • Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Calle de Vélez Danies, Centro Histórico, No. 4 – 39, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia | Meet your guide in Front of Hotel Movich Cartagena De Indias, Centro Histórico, Calle de Vélez Danies, No. 4 – 39, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
    • Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia

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Cartagena Palace of the Inquisition Private Tour with Ticket

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Price details
NZ$640.47 x 1 AdultNZ$640.47
Total
Price is NZ$640.47

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private Tour of the Palace of the Inquisition in Cartagena
  • Inclusions
    5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
  • Inclusions
    Entry tickets to the Palace of the Inquisition
  • Inclusions
    Interesting facts and anecdotes about Cartagena’s landmarks
  • Inclusions
    Insider tips about the best things to do in Cartagena
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

What you can expect

  • Step into Cartagena’s colonial heart with a Private Guide from Rosotravel and uncover the haunting history of the Palace of the Inquisition. This 2-hour experience includes tickets and expert commentary tailored just for you. Enjoy comfort, depth, and exclusivity you won’t find in group tours. Discover Cartagena’s past with Rosotravel today!

    Book a 2-hour private tour of the Palace of the Inquisition and delve into the darker chapters of Cartagena’s history. Located near the peaceful Plaza de Bolívar, this grand colonial building once served as the seat of the Spanish Inquisition in the Americas. With Skip-the-Line Tickets and a Licensed Guide, you’ll explore exhibitions that reveal how religion, fear, and colonial power shaped the city.

    Step inside to encounter preserved chambers and chilling artefacts, including original instruments used during interrogations. These sombre displays offer insight into the methods of the Inquisition and the personal stories entwined with them. Yet the palace also reveals another side of life in colonial Cartagena, with exhibits featuring pre-Columbian pottery, antique furniture, coins, and religious art.

    Admire the building itself—an architectural gem of the 18th century, with graceful stone arches, carved wooden balconies, and sun-drenched courtyards. The beauty of the surroundings stands in stark contrast to the events once held within these walls. Your Private Guide will tailor the experience to your pace and interests, making space for reflection and discussion along the way.

    This immersive tour is perfect for travellers who seek meaningful, historically rich experiences. With personalised insights and exclusive access to one of Cartagena’s most iconic landmarks, it’s a unique way to engage with the city’s complex heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    • Cartagena
    • Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Calle de Vélez Danies, Centro Histórico, No. 4 – 39, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia | Meet your guide in Front of Hotel Movich Cartagena De Indias, Centro Histórico, Calle de Vélez Danies, No. 4 – 39, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
    • Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia