Cartagena Street Food Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Cartagena's vibrant street food scene
- Visit historic Walled City and Getsemani neighborhoods
- Taste authentic Colombian dishes
- Learn about local culinary traditions
- Experience Cartagena's rich cultural heritage
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour through Walled City and Getsemani
- Sampling of local street food delicacies
- Insights into Cartagena's culinary history
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Itinerary
Your day will start by meeting our local and friendly tour guide. With him you will be headed to the first stop in the best place for food tours in Cartagena: The Walled City. As you walk around you will have several stops to try the best of Cartagena and Caribbean typical flavors. From fruits to shrimp cocktails, deep-fried snacks, typical sweets and coffee or beer.
Some of the things you can try are: Arepa with egg. Arepa is one of the most traditional Colombian plates, eaten almost everywhere in the country in lots of different versions. In the Caribbean coast, this corn-based tortilla is usually deep fried and stuffed with a tasty egg. You will also visit local food stands and try shrimp cocktail or carimañola: a very typical yucca and cheese finger food.
If you’re craving for something sweet, you’ll also have cocadas, a sort of cookie made from dried coconut or typical fruits. But there are many other options of traditional sweets and candies. And of course, try a cup of nice high-quality coffee or have cold and refreshing beer before ending the tour.
You will discover ancient culinary techniques, treasured family recipes, and life stories of all the locals that will make you swing from sweet to salty, from fresh to fried tasty appetizers and from tasteful to delicious snacks. Real samples of diversity of ingredients and customs. This is the most valuable souvenir of the very best side of Cartagena de Indias: tons of food offered to you by joyful and friendly locals. We know there won’t be regrets. You are in for a treat.
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Plaza de la Trinidad
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Plaza Santo Domigno
Pass by: A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Sancturay of Saint Peter Claver
Pass by: A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Las Bovedas
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in Spanish; consider a translator app if needed.
- Vegetarian options may be limited; inform the guide of dietary restrictions in advance.
- The tour operates rain or shine; check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing suitable for warm weather.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Ensure you have a fully charged mobile device for photos and navigation.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Be aware this tour is walking.
- If you have a layover in Cartagena please select the airport or cruise ship terminal as a pick-up point for the layover tour.
- The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements
- If you are coming from a cruise ship, be sure to select the cruise-only rate from the booking options.
Traveler reviews
Unrivalled experience to know Cartagena
An excellent experience knowing all the details of Cartagena, its history and its gastronomy. The tour was extensively explained by the guide, Nancy, whom I thank for all the time spent and extensive knowledge. It's a wonderful tour.
Fantastic! Highly recommend and as for Felipe
Fabulous tour! Felipe was a wonderful and fun guide! I so enjoyed this tour! Great food and wonderful experience!
Sad but true
Be careful rip-off! Guide does not appear at the agreed location. Should be the cruise terminal. After 2 phone calls she is assured she has sent a car, which did not come I then sent my location via WhatsApp. 30 minutes later. If a message came back she would have been waiting for us for over an hour (!) and therefore cancel the appointment and wish us a nice day. Very unfair than that big the terminal is not there and to miss yourself there was almost impossible. I don't think she was there. So please be careful. Because holidays are precious
Sad but true
Be careful rip-off! Don't come to the meeting point. Claim they waited but what's wrong
Delightful
Fabulous tour with Mario. We enjoyed the best of the walled old city of Cartagena and Getsamani. Great commentary offered by Mario throughout. We were able to capture beautiful street photography, saw sloths and monkeys, and enjoyed local flavors of food and life. Prompt air-conditioned transportation from and to the cruise ship pier, with time to spare. Highly recommend this delightful tour and guide Mario!