Santa Marta City Tour
ID: GYG733771-1190368
Category:
Country: Colombia
Country: Colombia
Duration: 04:00 hours
Description
The oldest city in Colombia, is the ideal destination for those seeking natural beauty, history and culture, gastronomy and friendly people. Explore with us the secrets of this beautiful city.
Our activity begins with the pick up at your hotel at 02:00 PM. Once on board the transport, we will head to the outskirts of Santa Marta passing through the main avenues while we receive an introduction about the founding of the city.
Our first stop will be, La Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, a hacienda of great historical value, built in the 17th century. Its importance lies in the fact that it was the place where the national hero of Colombia, Simón Bolívar, died in 1830.
The hacienda was converted into a museum and features a wide range of historical objects and artifacts related to the life and death of Bolívar. Here, we will take a guided tour of the main house and gardens and learn more details about the history of the region and Colombia in general.
We will advance towards the city center in search of the architectural jewel, The Cathedral Basilica Menor de Santa Marta, an impressive religious building of active worship and sacred site for many believers.
The cathedral has an impressive façade, with an entrance decorated with columns and arches carved in stone. Currently inside the church are the remains of the city`s founder Rodrigo de Bastidas and there is an extensive collection of religious art, including a series of altarpieces and sculptures dating from the 18th and 19th centuries. .
We will dive a little deeper into the center of the city to visit the Gold Museum of Santa Marta, a must-see stop to learn about the indigenous heritage and the wealth of this fertile land.
The museum has a extensive collection of gold objects, which They date back to pre-Columbian times and were made by the indigenous cultures that inhabited the Colombian Caribbean region. Among the most outstanding pieces in the museum are masks, bracelets, earrings, necklaces and other objects that demonstrate the skill and mastery of indigenous artisans. We will also have time to freely tour the building and feel like we are in the colonial era, surrounded by large interior patios, high ceilings and balconies overlooking the street.
The tour continues along the main avenues of the city, making a stop at the monument to the “Pibe Valderrama”, where you will have free time to take photos.
The Monument to "Pibe" Valderrama is a bronze statue that pays tribute to the former Colombian soccer player Carlos "El Pibe" Valderrama, it was inaugurated in 2010 and represents "El Pibe" with his characteristic blonde hair and his Colombian National Team uniform.
To close this intense tour of the city, we will make a stop at the Taganga viewpoint; from there you can enjoy the panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea, the port of Taganga, and the surrounding area, including themountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. The viewpoint is especially spectacular at sunset, when the colors of the sky and sea create a stunning view. For a panoramic view of the landscape. With these magical views, we will return to your hotel after a 4-hour tour.
Our activity begins with the pick up at your hotel at 02:00 PM. Once on board the transport, we will head to the outskirts of Santa Marta passing through the main avenues while we receive an introduction about the founding of the city.
Our first stop will be, La Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, a hacienda of great historical value, built in the 17th century. Its importance lies in the fact that it was the place where the national hero of Colombia, Simón Bolívar, died in 1830.
The hacienda was converted into a museum and features a wide range of historical objects and artifacts related to the life and death of Bolívar. Here, we will take a guided tour of the main house and gardens and learn more details about the history of the region and Colombia in general.
We will advance towards the city center in search of the architectural jewel, The Cathedral Basilica Menor de Santa Marta, an impressive religious building of active worship and sacred site for many believers.
The cathedral has an impressive façade, with an entrance decorated with columns and arches carved in stone. Currently inside the church are the remains of the city`s founder Rodrigo de Bastidas and there is an extensive collection of religious art, including a series of altarpieces and sculptures dating from the 18th and 19th centuries. .
We will dive a little deeper into the center of the city to visit the Gold Museum of Santa Marta, a must-see stop to learn about the indigenous heritage and the wealth of this fertile land.
The museum has a extensive collection of gold objects, which They date back to pre-Columbian times and were made by the indigenous cultures that inhabited the Colombian Caribbean region. Among the most outstanding pieces in the museum are masks, bracelets, earrings, necklaces and other objects that demonstrate the skill and mastery of indigenous artisans. We will also have time to freely tour the building and feel like we are in the colonial era, surrounded by large interior patios, high ceilings and balconies overlooking the street.
The tour continues along the main avenues of the city, making a stop at the monument to the “Pibe Valderrama”, where you will have free time to take photos.
The Monument to "Pibe" Valderrama is a bronze statue that pays tribute to the former Colombian soccer player Carlos "El Pibe" Valderrama, it was inaugurated in 2010 and represents "El Pibe" with his characteristic blonde hair and his Colombian National Team uniform.
To close this intense tour of the city, we will make a stop at the Taganga viewpoint; from there you can enjoy the panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea, the port of Taganga, and the surrounding area, including themountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. The viewpoint is especially spectacular at sunset, when the colors of the sky and sea create a stunning view. For a panoramic view of the landscape. With these magical views, we will return to your hotel after a 4-hour tour.
Highlights
- Explore La Quinta, Bolívar's last home, now a historical museum.
- Visit The Cathedral Basilica with historic art and remains.
- Admire the "Pibe" Valderrama Monument and capture memorable photos.
- Discover treasures at the Gold Museum and enjoy sunset views from Taganga.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*On rainy days, please dress appropriately.
* Please note that the route between the points to be visited is done by car and in each place there is a stop where you will have to walk.
* The order of the itinerary is not conditioned, it may suffer changes due to operational decisions and the guide in charge.
* The Gold Museum of Santa Marta is closed on Mondays, if you book for those days you will be offered an alternative visit option.
* The group service operates with a minimum of 4 passengers.
* Please note that the route between the points to be visited is done by car and in each place there is a stop where you will have to walk.
* The order of the itinerary is not conditioned, it may suffer changes due to operational decisions and the guide in charge.
* The Gold Museum of Santa Marta is closed on Mondays, if you book for those days you will be offered an alternative visit option.
* The group service operates with a minimum of 4 passengers.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.