Gabriel García Márquez Myths and Legends Private Walking Tour
Gabriel García Márquez Myths and Legends Private Walking Tour
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.
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Plaza Cervantes
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.
15 minutesPalito de Caucho
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.
15 minutesCamellon de los Martires
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.
15 minutesPlaza Fernandez Madrid
We will meet the inspiration location for "Love in the time of cholera" and the "General in his Labyrinth" books of Gabo.
15 minutesPlaza de San Diego
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.
15 minutesLa Presentacion Casa Museo Arte y Cultura
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.
15 minutesTeatro Adolfo Mejia ( Teatro Heredia )
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".
15 minutesClaustro de la Merced Mausoleo de Garcia Marquez
We will be able to know the place where part of Gabo's ashes lie and a tribute is made to his life.
15 minutesUniversidad de Cartagena
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.
15 minutescalle del arzobispado
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.
15 minutesCalle de Don Sancho
"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".
15 minutesCASA DE ALEJANDRO OBREGON
Here we close our magical tour talking about the relationship of Gabriel García Márquez with the artist Alejandro Obregón.
15 minutesIncluded
- Bottled water
- Tour guide
- Bracelet of discounts and benefits with allies
Good to Know
- 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
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- 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
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.