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The Inquisition and the people of Cartagena: Pain and Hope

Cartagena, Colombia
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About this activity

This cultural tours is one of the standout things to do in Cartagena, Colombia. it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €10 per person. Complement your visit with the official audio guide of the Museum of History of Cartagena. The museum director himself will welcome you in this historic colonial house, which has been the Museum of History since 1924. On the first floor you will have a sensory experience with this audiowalk and discover the history of the Inquisition and the people of Cartagena. Narrated by none other than Torquemada, one of the most famous inquisitors, and Paula Eguiluz, a mulata that was accused of heresy in this house before the Cartagena court, this tour will be unforgettable and captivating. You will learn all these stories in the newly renovated museum halls. The tour will then take you to the second floor, where the voice of the museum director with a special commentary will help you discover the history of Cartagena throughout the centuries.

Complement your visit with the official audio guide of the Museum of History of Cartagena. The museum director himself will welcome you in this historic colonial house, which has been the Museum of History since 1924. On the first floor you will have a sensory experience with this audiowalk and discover the history of the Inquisition and the people of Cartagena. Narrated by none other than Torquemada, one of the most famous inquisitors, and Paula Eguiluz, a mulata that was accused of heresy in this house before the Cartagena court, this tour will be unforgettable and captivating. You will learn all these stories in the newly renovated museum halls. The tour will then take you to the second floor, where the voice of the museum director with a special commentary will help you discover the history of Cartagena throughout the centuries.

Good to know

  • •Duration: approximately 1 hour.
  • •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
  • •Offered in 1 language.
  • •A specific meeting point is provided — check the Meeting point section below for the exact location and map.
  • •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.

Who it's for

Culture lovers

Best time to visit

Cartagena is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular cultural tours slots in Cartagena sell out.

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