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Santa Marta Historic Center (Centro Historico de Santa Marta)

Santa Marta Historic Center (Centro Historico de Santa Marta) Tours and Tickets

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Sandwiched between picturesque beaches and lush mountains, Santa Marta is both the oldest surviving city in Colombia and a gateway to Tayrona National Park. Explore the UNESCO-recognized historic center on foot, making time to visit highlights such as the 18th century cathedral, Tayrona Gold Museum (Museo de Oro Tairona), and Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino.

  • Santa Marta, 470004
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Self-Guided Audio Tour: the Pearl of America

Self-Guided Audio Tour: the Pearl of America

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Let a three-time Grammy Award winner tell you the story of his hometown. Carlos Vives, one of Colombia's best-known artists, will bring the history of his beloved Santa Marta to life. Learn all about the history of Bastidas Bay. Carlos' voice will lead you to the Plaza de Bolivar, where you will discover one of the local tragedies that played a role in the Nobel Prize-winning book "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. You will admire the monuments in the square and learn the stories about the last days of Libertador Bolivar, who arrived in the city in his last days.The tour also takes you to the local culture, the history of the forts, the convent of San Franciscoand the Cathedral, while discovering how the city was sacked 17 times by pirates. At the end of the tour, Carlos will tell you some of the local legends about the former inhabitants of downtown St. Marta, such as Madame Augustine.
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  • 40 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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Santa Marta Walking Food Tour

Santa Marta Walking Food Tour

Embark on a tantalizing journey through Santa Marta, Colombia, with our exclusive Food Tour that promises an unforgettable exploration of the city's rich history through its most iconic and mouthwatering local dishes, foods, and beverages. Your palate will be treated to traditional desserts, rare and vanishing delicacies that embody the city's rich culinary heritage. You'll also experience the influence of Guajira heritage in a nearby municipality, where traditional flavors tell stories of cultural fusion and adaptation. In your exploration, you'll sample products from the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, each bite a testament to the diversity of Colombia's landscapes and climates. The heart of our tour is the historic center of Santa Marta, Colombia's oldest city. Here, every street corner, every café, and every market stall is steeped in history. You'll hear the personal stories of the individuals who prepare your meals, adding a rich narrative layer to each dish.
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  • 4 hours 30 minutes
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