Neighbourhood · Getsemaní, Cartagena

Getsemaní

Getsemaní
Photo: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Getsemaní sits just outside Cartagena's walled old city. It began as a working class area and now holds restored colonial houses, plazas and murals. Visitors walk the streets to see local art and small cafes.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Cartagena Old City

Visiting Getsemaní: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
2 to 4 hours
Best time
Late afternoon and evening
Getting there
Walk from the old city walls or take a short taxi ride

Cartagena itineraries with Getsemaní

Day 1 of Cartagena Old City

The walled city

How Getsemaní fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Torre del Reloj, CartagenaOld City
  2. 10:00Plaza de Santo Domingo, CartagenaOld City
  3. 11:30Church of San Pedro ClaverOld City
  4. 17:30Walls of CartagenaOld City
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Getsemaní FAQs

Is Getsemaní safe?

The neighborhood is generally safe for visitors during the day and evening. Stay on main streets at night.

What is Getsemaní known for?

It is known for street art, restored colonial buildings and lively plazas.

How far is Getsemaní from the old city?

It is a five to ten minute walk from the old city walls.

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