The 15 Best Walking Tours in Colombia

1.Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,716 reviews · 2h 30m · from $12Our pick

Explore Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní on a lively $12 walking tour covering conquest, slavery, independence, music, art, and local life.

“Dani was a great guide! She knew so much information on all the places we went to. She was so fun and gave us amazing treats along the way. Highly recommend because she also gives you pointers on where to eat and visit while you are in Cartagena!”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Bogotá: Guided La Candelaria Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,229 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · from $16

Explore Bogotá’s La Candelaria with a local guide, tasting Colombian fruit and coffee while uncovering art, architecture, and history.

“We were a small group of 5 people and our guide Juana took us from the Candelaria to the central part while explaining about the history and life in these parts of Bogotá. We also learned about local fruits and got to try them. Juana had great energy and a lot of passion for Bogotá. Definitely recommend 🙌”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Cartagena: Walled City and Getsemani Shared Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews · 2 hours · from $16

Explore Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemani with a local guide, colonial landmarks, street art, history, and practical tips for $16.

“Arthur is very knowledgeable and attentive. It was a very exclusive experience. I would highly recommend instead of those huge tours where the guide barely interacts with the guests. I would highly recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35Top rated

Explore Medellín’s Moravia with local voices, street food, football culture, and the untold story behind the city’s transformation.

“I very much recommend the tour. It was a fantastique experience, with incredible insights, to understand the difficulties and development of the communa. Highly recommended!”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.3 Tapas Cartagena walking tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 105 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65

Review of Cartagena’s 3-hour tapas walk, with Roman sights, three local bites, three drinks, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Carmelo was informative and knowledgeable. We had typical Cartagenian food and we got a drink with each tapa. He was great.”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Medellin Historic Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 86 reviews · 3h 30m · from $14

Explore Medellin’s past and Paisa culture on a 210-minute downtown walk with local guides, Botero Square, street food, and practical city tips.

“A walking tour is always a goodcthingvto do when arriving in a new city and this one did not disappoint. Our guide Suzie was super professional, spoke perfect English and was full of great information about Medellin.”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.The Cali Street Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32

Taste Cali through bakeries, fried snacks, street art, old lanes, lithography, and wild ice cream on a lively two-hour walking tour.

“Great tour with lots of history about the city. Juan is very genuine and warm! The food is also good and he explains it well!”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.A Pearl In The Caribbean-walking tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 2 hours · from $16

Explore Santa Marta’s Tairona past, colonial squares, local legends, nightlife, and Caribbean fruits on a friendly two-hour English walk.

“Javier is a very good guide. He has extensive knowledge of history and culture, which makes him an interesting conversationalist. He is also friendly and attentive. His English is really good, so you won't have any problems communicating with him. Don't miss the opportunity to ask questions!”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Cali: Walking tour of the historic center

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $41

Walk Cali’s historic center with a small local group, from La Merced and gold artifacts to salsa, lulada, river views, and street art.

“Very good experience we very much enjoyed the places visited and the food we tried. Very goodAuto-translated”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $185

Explore Zipaquirá’s underground Salt Cathedral, colonial squares, García Márquez’s school, and a private Bogotá day trip with local guidance.

“Transporte ok. Guia muito simpático e muito solícito (chega a exagerar um pouco). Trânsito estava bom, o que colaborou bastante, na ida e na volta. Almoçamos num ótimo restaurante, festivo, com música ao vivo. Agora, o mais emocionante é o passeio dentro da mina. Peguei um audio guia em português, excelente o texto. As esculturas não são de outro mundo, mas a simbologia das mesmas atreladas ao texto do audio guia são emocionantes. Parabéns aos artistas que projetaram a simbologia das esculturas com os textos ouvidos. Outra coisa boa, que foi uma surpresa, pois não sabia, é que no final da caminhada há um trenzinho que nos traz de volta…”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.Afro Walking Tour. The colors of Cali.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 2h 30m · from $42

Explore Cali’s Afro-Colombian culture with Andrés Jiménez through murals, music, food, history, and three cultural institutions.

“This was hands down one of the most immersive tours I’ve ever experienced. Andrés was a gifted storyteller, seamlessly weaving together the history, culture, music, and powerful Afro-Colombian influences that shape Colombia. It was a beautiful journey for all the senses, and one I’ll never forget.”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.2-Hours Street Art Walking Tour in Medellin Comuna 13

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Explore Medellín’s Comuna 13 with a local guide, colorful street art, city views, and Latin America’s first outdoor escalators.

“It's an awesome tour. Joe is so knowledgeable about the area and the art. The vibe in this area is so energizing.”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.La Candelaria Walking Private Tour (3 Hrs.)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Explore Bogotá’s La Candelaria with a private bilingual guide, covering famous sights, local culture, architecture, and overlooked corners in three hours.

“I had a great time with Maria my guide . Very informative and thorough history of the area. Also acted as my photographer, recommended local places to eat . Not to be missed. I felt like I had a local friend to show me around .”

Check availability →Read our full review

14.Coffee Farm and Salento Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $88

Learn coffee farming hands-on at historic Luger Farm, then explore Salento with a private guide, local food tips, and mountain views.

“My family form the US enjoyed it a lot. It was a hard and long walk due to some construction in the normal route, but the experience was worth it.”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.Bogota Walking Tour Teusaquillo, a different part of the city

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $28

Explore Bogotá beyond La Candelaria on a 2.5-hour Teusaquillo walk with art, politics, coffee, craft beer, and Parkway cafés.

“A neighborhood that feels like you're elsewhere. Daniel was so knowledgeable about not only the sights, but also the political and sociocultural significance of this neighborhood. Skip a museum and do this tour instead!”

Check availability →Read our full review