Throughout history, the port of Cartagena has been the starting point of innumerable adventures and exploits. Go to sea on our Tourist Boat and discover a different view of the city sailing at 2.5 knots by the in the dock sheltered from its maritime accidents. Castles, coastal batteries, lighthouses and docks open your eyes as witnesses of the military, strategic and commercial importance of the bay.
A voiceover in several languages will help you to know the evolution of the port from the old defences to the construction of the eighteenth century arsenal, the Christmas Docks, San Pedro and Alfonso XII, in the nineteenth century, or the recent construction of the cruise terminal. You will disconnect for a while from the hustle and bustle of the city and you can complete your sightseeing by disembarking at the Christmas Fort to learn firsthand about the military life in Cartagena's fortresses during past centuries. The imposing view of the sea front will accompany you on the way back and will remain in your eyes mind after putting your feet on the ground.
High season (July 1 to September 15)
Monday to Sunday - 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:30, 17:30, 18:30 and 19 :30 (first half of July from Tuesday to Sunday)
Medium season
From March 15 to May 31 / From September 16 to November 1
Tuesday to Sunday - 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:30 and 17:30 . (Holy Week from Monday to Sunday)
From June 1 to 30
Tuesday to Sunday - 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:30, 17:30 and 18:30
Low season (From November 2 to January 5 / From March 1 to 14)
Tuesday to Friday - 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 and 14:00
Saturday and Sunday - 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00
The Tourist Boat will be closed on the days:
- January 1 and 6 and December 25.
- January 5 and December 24 and 31 only in the afternoon.
- From January 6 to February 28.
* Opening hours may be subject to change. Please check at destination.
** For special opening hours consult the Agenda .
*** Groups with prior reservation will have preference in the entrance shift.
General admission: €8
General admission Christmas Fort + Tourist Boat: €10
Reduced admission: €7
Reduced Christmas Fort + Tourist Boat admission: €8
*Children under 12 years old, students up to 25 years old, Youth Card and Youth Card +, unemployed, pensioners, retirees, disabled, family (2 or more adults + 2 or more children under 12 years of age), large family card and groups of 20 or more.
Free entrance:
- Children under 3 years old.
* To benefit from the reduced or free rate, visitors must purchase their ticket at the box office with valid and current documentation.
**During temporary exhibitions or special activities, ticket prices may be modified.
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By learning about the consequences of war, we aim to teach students to value and work towards world peace through artistic activities like drawing.
We'll take the children around the bay of Cartagena in our tour boat to access the Christmas Fort. Here, by completing various tests, they'll learn the strategic and military importance of Cartagena. In collaboration with the CPR of Cartagena.
Learn about the evolution of the fortresses of Cartagena and what weapons were used by the armies that defended the city throughout its history. Carried out in collaboration with the CPR of Cartagena.
Tourism for all is one of the primary objectives of the Cartagena Port of Cultures. We are working to ensure access to the largest number of visitors. At present, the Tourist Boat offers to its visitors with special needs the following facilities:
- Capacity: 85 seats. 5 wheelchairs.
- All the architectural barriers have been removed using ramps.
- Reduced rate to those with disabilities, presenting official proof at the box office.
- Guide dog access allowed with the corresponding accreditation.
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In the Tourist Boat there are machines where you can buy fresh drinks and snacks.
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