Colombia · FOOD TOURS IN CARTAGENA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 food tours in Cartagena worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Cartagena street food tour packs 10 local bites, sweet and savory treats, and city history into a 2-3 hour walk for $44.
“The tour was fabulous and very informational. We learned a lot about the food and the culture of Cartagena. Highly recommend.”
Cartagena street food tour with 9 tastings in the Walled City and Getsemani, plus history from local guides. 150 minutes, $49.
“Karin was an excellent and fun guide taking us to the ins and outs of Cartagena street food.”
Taste eight Colombian rums with in-house Bolivar chocolate in Cartagena, plus savory bites, in an air-conditioned 1h45 tasting.
“We had a private tasting with Alejandra and she was warm, funny, knowledgeable and likeable. It was one of the best experiences we've had in Cartagena.”
Boutique rum and chocolate tasting in Cartagena with small groups, eight pours, cocktail-making, and terrace views of San Felipe and la Popa.
“Luz and Francisco were the team for our experience. Luz is a credit to Colombia, she has a real passion for what she does and the experience is well thought out. You learn as you go and experience is kept fun. Very interesting and cool thing to do. It ended up just being my friend and I but we had an amazing time throughout. It’s based upstairs in one of the studios of the Lunatico. There is a terrace bar / restaurant with a lovely view of the castle. With you drinking Rum I recommend you eat before hand. They have a really nice sharing platter for two. HIGHLY RECOMMEND”
Taste Cartagena street food like a local with a small-group walk, Chinese bakery legacy, fruit tastings, patacón, shrimp cocktail, sweets, and beer.
“Fun way to start the trip! We must have tried 10 different bites along the way, many of which we would have missed if not for our excellent guide. She was on time, fun and engaged, and always ready to answer questions. Recommended for anyone visiting the city for the first time.”
Private street food tour in Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemani with hotel pickup, a local guide, and five tasty regional samples.
“Jon was the BEST guide! He spoke perfect English and was so educated on the history and culture around us. We felt completely safe with him and could not have a booked a better tour for having just arrived in Cartagena! Highly reccomend.”
In Cartagena, taste three Colombian specialty brews, train your nose and palate, and learn seed-to-cup differences in 2 hours.
“Sebastián was very kind and funny we enjoyed the session and learned a lot about Colombian coffee”
Cartagena street food tour with 7 tastings, from arepas and chorizo to shrimp cocktail and Colombian sweets, in about 2.5 hours. $70 pp.
“I reached out to this tour company mid week and day of and did not hear back from them. They did not show for the tour that was confirmed and did not let us know until the start time that they were not available. Understand things happen but letting us know ahead of time would have prevented us from wasting an evening.”
Cartagena boutique rum and chocolate tasting with Renato Molo, 8-10 Colombian rums, fort views, and your own cocktail.
“it was very informative and interactive! I had a lot of fun!”
Club Kabanna Luxury Beach Club near Cartagena, with round-trip boat transfer, beach beds, DJ vibes, and Nikkei-Caribbean lunch included.
“This club has nothing of luxury. Stained mattresses, broken wood sunbeds. No decent service, terrible food. No english speaking staff. Cigarettes buds in the sand. Empty bottles left in plant pots. Unclean sea water. Poorly maintained facilities.”
A 2-hour street food walk through Cartagena’s historic areas, mixing local tastings, drinks, and short history stops for $70.
“The food we tried taste great! Eusebio was our guide and he was very knowledgeable! He was so kind to us and funny. He went above and beyond to help us get our car back. We listened to a local and got our car towed. Eusebio, stayed with us an hour, talking with the police, getting the info we needed! Even after all that, he finished up our tour!”
Premium Colombian rum tasting in Cartagena with live jazz and blues, guided sensory tips, and cheese and ham pairings.
“Our group of thirteen had a fantastic experience! The music was great and the host did an amazing job! We felt welcome and the rum was smooth! Would recommend 100x!”
Private 4-hour Cartagena city and street food tour with La Popa views, Castillo de San Felipe, local neighborhoods, and skip-the-lines value.
“Duran Duran Tours is excellent! Mr. Duran is extremely knowledgeable about the city and its history as well as Colombian authors and literature. Mr. Duran has lived in Cartagena for over 30 years and is intimately familiar with the streets and neighborhoods. He provided invaluable tips and tricks for navigating the markets and vendors. He graciously drove us around to many important historical sites. We also took advantage of the cooking class that he and his wife offer at their home. It was so much fun and it was like hanging out with new friends in Cartagena! Highly recommended!!”
Private Cartagena tasting of eight aged Colombian rums, Bolivar chocolate, and savory bites, with pirate stories. 1h45.
“Great tasting and fun evening, we highly recommend it! Pairings were very interesting, you won’t be disappointed!”
Go through Bazurto Market, taste a dozen exotic fruits, then cook Cartagena classics in a small class, ending with lunch.
“I researched booking classes with several different companies, but Cartagena Cooking School was the only company that didn't charge extra for being a solo traveler. I very much appreciate that. It's holy week, so it was incredibly busy at the market, but the guides were knowledgeable about not just the market, but Cartagena in general. I would not want to try to navigate the market without a guide. It's crowded and it would be very easy to get lost. I wound up being the only person booked for the day, so I actually got a private tour. We started with the market tour, then we went back to the cooking…”
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