Free Gabriel García Márquez Tour of Cartagena
Description
Are you interested in exploring the rich life and contributions of Gabriel García Márquez? Immerse yourself in the enchanting Cartagena de Indias that inspired this Nobel laureate's tales on this complimentary tour.
Free Tour of Gabriel García Márquez in Cartagena
This complimentary tour dedicated to Gabriel García Márquez starts at a specified location in the heart of Cartagena de Indias.
Our journey begins at the University of Cartagena, where we will visit the cloister of La Merced, the resting place of Gabriel García Márquez's ashes. Following this, we'll make our way to the Santa Clara Hotel, a significant inspiration for many of his narratives. This venue, steeped in history, played a role in shaping the creative journey of the 1982 Nobel Prize winner.
As we proceed to the charming San Diego neighborhood, stories will unfold about some of his acclaimed works such as One Hundred Years of Solitude, Love in the Time of Cholera, and Of Love and Other Demons. Which elements from the streets of Cartagena sparked these captivating stories? During our stroll through locations that shaped Márquez's literary universe, we will share intriguing anecdotes from his life in this vibrant city.
In conclusion, we will visit the Portal de los Dulces, where numerous stalls are filled with books penned by the Nobel laureate himself, bringing our 2.5-hour exploration to a close in the heart of Cartagena.
What's included
- English–speaking guide
What's not included
- Tips
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
We'll meet you at the following point in Cartagena de Indias: Plaza de Santo Domingo. The guide will be waiting for you next to the Gertrudis sculpture, known as 'Botero's fat lady'. Punctuality is requested.
You can find the exact location in the following Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/K16MsU4GXNYtMf928
Important
We recommend arriving between 10 and 15 minutes before the start time of the activity. The guide will wait a maximum of 5 minutes. If you are going to be late, please let us know by calling the phone number on the booking confirmation or by writing us on WhatsApp.
To be identified, the guide will be carrying a red umbrella with a Beyond Colombia logo.
You set the price
Our guides work exclusively on the basis of tips from the attendees. At the end of the tour you'll be the one to set the price of the service. To give you an idea, it's usual to leave between 10EUR and 15EUR per person.
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