Must-see · Cartagena

Torre del Reloj (Puerta del Reloj)

The main gate of Cartagena's walled city, between the Plaza de la Independencia and the Plaza de los Coches. It's a few blocks' walk from La Matuna.

Hours: Always open: it's a public passageway.
Price: Free.
Price: Free
Duration: 0 to 2 hours
Address: Between Plaza de la Independencia and Plaza de los Coches, Centro, Cartagena

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It's the original gate of the walled city. It's also called Boca del Puente (bridge mouth), because there was a drawbridge here over the old San Anastasio channel, which connected the old town with Getsemaní. In an attack, the bridge was raised.

The clock that gives it its name was installed in the early 18th century. The work is attributed to military engineer Juan de Herrera y Sotomayor.

Once through the gate you reach the Plaza de los Coches, and from there streets lead to the Plaza de la Aduana and San Pedro Claver.

What to see

The tower's facade and the clock.
The Plaza de los Coches, once you pass through the gate.
The Camellón de los Mártires, on the outside.

Getting there

On foot from La Matuna and from Getsemaní, crossing the Camellón de los Mártires.
Taxi: ask to be dropped off at the Torre del Reloj or on Avenida Venezuela.