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Cartagena Bites & Stories: Local Street Food Tour

5.00
5.0(4 reviews)
English, Spanish
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Overview

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Spanish

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Discover Cartagena's culinary scene on a vibrant 3-hour street food tour through the lively San Diego neighborhood. This small group experience, guided by a bilingual local, highlights the city's rich culture and flavors. Savor authentic bites like arepa de huevo and artisan chorizo while learning the stories behind each dish from local vendors. As you explore, taste seasonal tropical fruits and local drinks, ensuring a true taste of Cartagena. Enjoy a sweet farewell at the Portal de los Dulces while supporting local families and vendors along the way.

- Immerse yourself in Cartagena's street food culture with 8+ tastings

- Explore the charming San Diego neighborhood with a local guide

- Savor exotic fruits and local drinks during the tour

- Connect with vendors who have served the community for generations

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not recommended for travelers with severe food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Some walking surfaces may be uneven or hot — wear comfortable shoes

This tour involves walking in warm weather; bring sun protection and stay hydrated.

Food is prepared in open-air local stalls. Hygiene is observed, but not equivalent to restaurant standards.

Not suitable for travelers with limited mobility.

What To Expect

1

La Serrezuela

Stop 1 – Welcome & Introduction Meet your local guide at La Serrezuela Mall. Brief introduction to the experience, the San Diego neighborhood, and street food culture in Cartagena.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Plaza de San Diego

Stop 2 – San Diego Streets & First Tastings Walk through the lively, non-touristy streets of San Diego. Taste your first bites: the legendary arepa de huevo and the crunchy carimañola — learn how locals eat them (with sauce, of course!).

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Group

Share Group

What‘s Included

Hydration during the walk

Fresh local drink (Kola Román, Pony Malta, local beer or fruit juice)

Photos and memories taken during the tour

Tasting of 8+ traditional street food items (arepa de huevo, carimañola, chorizo, tropical fruits, local sweets, etc.)

Bilingual local guide (English & Spanish)

Cultural storytelling at each stop

Support for local families and vendors

Hotel pickup or transportation to the meeting point

Meals or food items outside of the planned tastings

Personal expenses or additional purchases

Tips or gratuities (optional)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

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  • An otherworldly experience

    I7337TUjuanm,Apr 24, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    An otherworldly experience with Nomads! The food is spectacular and the service was first class. Ameeee the local anecdotes that Sky shared with us. We really enjoyed every bite and every story. 100% recommended if you want to fall even more in love with Cartagena.

  • A joy I ate with JOY!!!

    ginapaolam198,Apr 23, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Carthage gastronomy is everything, we enjoyed a lot and our guidance with Nomads was otherworldly, excellent tour, good service and ameeee the stories that Sky told us. I would definitely come back. Cartagena, my ideal place.

  • the guide not only tould...

    alberto l,Apr 5, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    the guide not only tould us a lot about streetfood and the hostory of, also tould us many about cartagena, culture, history and buildings. a pure bibliothec ! super

  • Best food tour!

    Melinda M,Feb 9, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Cielo was a wonderful guide! She is very kind and knowledgeable! The food was SOO good! Make sure you go hungry because you will leave full! We loved our tour!!!

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