Cartagena Food Adventure: 10 Dishes, Street Food & Sit-Down stops
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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A tale of two Cartagenas in one culinary experience: Street food and street art of Getsemaní, then proper sit-down stops inside the Walled City for Fusion Caribbean cuisine; 10+ dishes & drinks feast.
Led by an expert Sherpa, your journey begins in the colorful, bohemian streets of Getsemaní, where street art tells stories of resistance and reinvention. From there, we cross into the Ciudad Amurallada (Walled City), the heart of the Caribbean, finishing inside the ancient walls.
You'll sit down at two standout local restaurants for curated tastings of signature Cartagenero dishes and new Caribbean Fusion cuisine. Between them, taste exotic fruits from the iconic Palenqueras, the must-try arepa de huevo, a sweet stop at the historic Portal de los Dulces.
It's not just a food tour. It's the Sherpa Way: woven with the history, culture, and street art that make Cartagena one of Latin America's most vibrant food destinations.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Getsemani Neighborhood
Our tour begins in Getsemaní, Cartagena's most soulful and flavorful barrio. Once a working-class neighborhood, today its colorful streets are alive with the aromas of street food, fresh fruit carts, and sizzling fritos. We'll start at Plaza de la Trinidad, the lively gathering spot where Cartageneros come together each evening to eat, drink, and share stories, before wandering past murals and flag-draped alleys, sampling local bites from the vendors who've fed this community for generations.
Walled City of Cartagena
Inside Cartagena's UNESCO-listed colonial old town, we'll trace 500 years of culinary history through its plazas and cobblestone streets. The Walled City is where Spanish, African, and Indigenous flavors first collided to create the Caribbean Colombian cuisine you'll taste today. Between bites, we'll share the stories behind iconic dishes, the markets that shaped them, and the cultural traditions still alive in every kitchen, fruit stand, and corner café.
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Cartagena Food Adventure
What‘s Included
Expert local guide
History and street art commentary
Tasting of 10+ dishes and drinks
Walking tour through Getsemaní and the Ciudad Amurallada
Gratuities
Transportation to and from the tour
Additional food and drinks not specified in the itinerary
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best food tour ever
Alexllajdklfajsdlk,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This ended up being one of the highlights of our time in Cartagena. The food was honestly excellent. Every stop was different, everything tasted fresh, and we tried around 10 dishes over the course of the tour. There wasn’t a single thing that felt like a filler stop. What I probably enjoyed just as much was simply walking through Cartagena. Wandering through the old streets between stops, taking in the colors, music, and atmosphere, reminded me why people fall in love with this city. Our guide, William, made the whole experience even better. He was knowledgeable without overwhelming us with information, funny, and genuinely seemed to enjoy showing people around his city. It felt more like exploring Cartagena with a local than being on a typical tour. The whole experience was really well put together and felt high quality from beginning to end. If you enjoy food and want to get a feel for Cartagena beyond just eating at restaurants, I’d absolutely recommend it. I’d do it again without thinking twice.
Nice meeting
Traveler41707681808,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I like how nice the guide is, he is very charismatic
Sherpa Food tour Cartagena ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
carolyngY3797VA,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best food experience! Outstanding company and impeccable service
Everything was exquisite!
Angie Murillo V,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful experience from start to finish. Everything was perfectly organized, and every detail made the tour special. The quality of the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was very pleasant. I left happy, satisfied, and with very nice memories. Totally recommended!
Amazing foodw
diegoalonsol91,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a really pleasant talk, and an amazing food, i liked to much to knowing new people
VERY TASTY.
jesusmI8727LT,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The meeting point was very comfortable and central in the city, the local restaurants and food were among the best, I recommend it, I had a great time.
Gastronomic tour Cartagena.
S2527WGstevens,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend it, from the beginning of the tour I felt comfortable, and the guide made sure we felt at home; I would come a thousand and one times.
Excellent experience.
V1737GGjoses,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was spectacular, Tony is truly the best, the food was super delicious, excellent attention, and a very good experience as a guide, I recommend him 100%.
Would recommend!!
joshlA13SA,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was the best tour guide, cartagenas beautiful and the food is amazing
Beautiful food tour
canereng2026,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a friendly guy I really enjoyed the conversation and food would definitely recommend Tony as a guide to anyone!
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