Gabriel García Márquez Myths and Legends Private Walking Tour


2 to 3 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

When you discover the history, myths, and legends that exist in the streets of Cartagena, you will know the inspiration of Magic Realism for the stories and novels of the Nobel Prize in Literature, Gabriel García Márquez. We will discover the legends and stories that served as inspiration for Gabo's books and novels and the magic behind the streets of the historic center of the city.

Inclusions

  • Bottled water
  • Tour guide
  • Bracelet of discounts and benefits with allies

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Plaza Cervantes, Cl. 32, La Matuna, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

We will start our tour in the square with the monument to Cervantes Saavedra, where we will learn about different legends of the Colombian Caribbean, in addition, we will introduce anecdotes from one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, “Gabo”, as Gabriel García Márquez who is affectionately known.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Palito de Caucho, Centro, Cartagena Province, Bolivar, Colombia

We will continue to Palito de Caucho, where you can try a Cartagena delicacy. What will it be? We continue the tour to learn about the biography of the most important journalist and author in Colombia.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Camellon de los Martires, Avenida 25 de Setembro, 1845, Cartagena Colombia

The moment Gabo decides to be a writer is discussed and about the book "La Hojarasca" or “Leaf Storm”. Some Cartagena legends are told too.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Plaza Fernandez Madrid, Calle de la Fortaleza, Plaza Colon, Cartagena 130002 Colombia

We will meet the inspiration location for "Love in the time of cholera" and the "General in his Labyrinth" books of Gabo.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Plaza de San Diego, Calle San Diego, Cartagena Colombia

We are going to talk about the importance of the Hotel Santa Clara in Gabo's works, as well as other institutions that we find there. As well as legends and anecdotes of Gabriel García Marquez.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: La Presentacion Casa Museo Arte y Cultura, Calle Estanco del Aguardiente # 5 - 63 Centro Historico, Cartagena 130001 Colombia

We will pass by the Museum of the "Colegio de la Presentación" and Calle del Estanco del Aguardiente where the anecdotes of Gabo's life will come to life.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Teatro Adolfo Mejia ( Teatro Heredia ), Calle 38 101, Cartagena 130010 Colombia

We will visit the place that is clearly referenced in Gabo's work. The historic location also houses great works by Enrique Grau (Gabo's friend) and Luis Vincens. There are few times in which the Theater and its activities are mentioned in "Love in the Time of Cholera" and "Diatribe of love against a seated man".

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Claustro de la Merced Mausoleo de Garcia Marquez, Carrera 4 No 38-40 Centro Historico, Cartagena 130002 Colombia

We will be able to know the place where part of Gabo's ashes lie and a tribute is made to his life.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Universidad de Cartagena, Avenida Del Consulado 48 - 152, Cartagena 130014 Colombia

We will pass by the University of Cartagena (anecdotes) and Calle del Tablon, where is indicated a house as the most important of the contemporary poet that the city has had: Luis Carlos López, better known as "El tuerto López", alluding to strabismus of the right eye. Brother of Domingo López Escauriaza, founder of a famous newspaper El Universal, Gabo met Tuerto in that newsroom and although they did not have a close relationship, in the writer's memoirs it is evidenced that he was a character who had a powerful impact on him due to his particular way of seeing life.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: calle del arzobispado, Cra. 5, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

This is the right street to invoke the facts that twist the destiny of Sierva María of "De todos Los Angeles" and at the same time make love born in “Del Amor y Otros Demonios”. An anecdote in the American Ice Cream Shop that existed on this street.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Calle de Don Sancho, Cl. de Don Sancho, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

"El Mesón de Don Sancho". The most elegant restaurant and home service in Cartagena that appears portrayed for humanity in Gabo's works "Love in the time of cholera" and "Diatribe of love against a seated man".

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: CASA DE ALEJANDRO OBREGON, a 36-202, Cra. 3 #36-2, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

Here we close our magical tour talking about the relationship of Gabriel García Márquez with the artist Alejandro Obregón.

Duration: 15 minutes

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Z2488TNgabrielm
January 2022

Muy interesante, muy calida Ingrid. Se nota que hay mucha pasion y trabajo en esta visita guiada. Deberia hacerse un poco mas corta de modo de finalizarla con el atardecer en la muralla.

464jordit
April 2022

Una experiencia maravillosa con una Guía apasionada con la cultura de su ciudad Ingrid ! Lo recomendamos a todos los visitantes , quedarán impresionados

443marivim
April 2022

Sin duda el mejor tour! Nuestra guía fue Ingrid y logró transmitir al 100% su amor por la historia de Cartagena. Logramos conocer los lugares que fueron de inspiración para el gran Gabo. Asimismo, nos dio recomendaciones para nuestra estadía y fue muy amable. Muy recomendado

tips4trips_org
April 2022

Il Free Tour piú bello ed interessante che potrete fare in tutta Colombia. Ingrid saprà emozionarvi raccontandovi e portandovi nei luoghi che Gabo ha vissuto e descritto nella sua amata Cartagena. ASSOLUTAMENTE DA FARE! Ma non prenotate su TripAdvisor che riporta dei prezzi folli...

Gabriela M
March 2022

Muy recomendable! Ingrid contagia su pasión por la historia de Cartagena y su vínculo con Gabo. Gabriela, Argentina

monicakatz1
March 2022

Maravilloso free tour conociendo a Gabo en su amada e inspiradora Cartagena. Conocimos lugares e historias que nos acercaron a García Márquez y sus literatura

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