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
Great tour
C4467USmarkm,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip, Tony the tour guide was so informative and helpful. The tour was lovely and the food was amazing
delicious way to experience Cartagena
U3247ESrosac,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took a tour with Tony and he was very cool, friendly and informative, including telling us about culture and history of the food and places. Cartagena is a beautiful city with del ious food and wonderful culture and we really enjoyed this tour for helping us experience it in the best way.
100% recommended 💯❤️
A3407SMmelissah,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time, got to know the city much better, and the food was incredible, thank you very much Tony ❤️💯
Recommend
jasontM1010EZ,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was a fantastic guide and the city was a beautiful place to visit. The food was incredible.
Tony is the best
78ningh,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was the best. The food was amazing. He even showed me how to dance salsa at the end of the tour.
11/10 Tour. Tony is just the best :)
nehaaperi,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was amazing! He showed us the best Colombian food and I was truly amazed. My husband and I booked this for our anniversary and it was the best.
Colombian Food Tour
snehalsylasm,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a wonderful time with Tony! He was the best and he spoke to about a lot of culture that we loved hearing. Definitely recommend Tony!
100% recommended
hectoru475,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anthony mates me have the great day in ctg , and had the Best food ever
Thank you, Tony!
yokiipayares,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour we took with Tony was incredible; we ate spectacularly, and his energy is so amazing, you definitely have to experience this culinary adventure in Cartagena!
Excellent
T7601YCfelipeg,Jun 17, 2026
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5.00Very good guide Tony, thank you for the best tour at Sambal bistro
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