Cartagena · FOOD & DRINK
14 reviewed
Good food & drink tours fill up fast in Cartagena, and the best ones fill up first. Here are the 14 that stand out, with current prices and what sets each apart, so you can lock one in before the calendar does.
Taste 9 Colombian street foods and drinks on a guided walk through Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní, finishing at Café La Manchuria.
“it was my first tour of street food, I totally enjoyed all of it.”
Taste Colombian specialty coffee like a scientist: smell, cup, and brew three methods in a 2-hour Cartagena workshop for $15.
“Amazing experience! The workshop begins with an introduction to the history of coffee in Colombia before moving to the tasting itself. We explored three different brewing methods: the Chemex, which highlights fruity and complex notes; the V60, which brings out brightness and body; and finally, the Hario TCA-5 siphon, offering roundness and smoothness with honey aromas. Throughout the session, the flavors unfolded into a rich palette ranging from fresh fruits to chocolate, with sweet and floral undertones. The coffee was excellent, and the surprise at the end added a warm, memorable touch. An enriching discovery that I wholeheartedly recommend!”
Taste Colombian rum and premium chocolate in a 2-hour boutique session with Renato Molo, cocktail-making, and views of Castillo San Felipe.
“Our rum tasting was the perfect first night in Cartagena! The location had amazing views of the old fort, and the tasting space was cool, clean, and modern. Our tasting guide was incredible fun, lively, and knowledgeable. He walked us through all types of various Colombian rums, explained them and their significance, and paired them perfectly with Colombian chocolates. At the end, we got to make our own cocktails and enjoy them while the host gave us great advice on our trip in Cartagena! We would absolutely recommend to anybody looking for a fun evening! TIP: eat beforehand, there’s a decent amount of rum!”
Cartagena rum tasting with live jazz-blues Colombian rhythms, six premium rums, and a cheese-ham board. Learn aromas, join the music.
“If I could rate this 100 stars I would. This was truly the best way for us to spend our last night in Cartagena. We had a fun group, all of whom really appreciated learning about rum and its history in Colombia and tasting it, too! Jose was a great gRead more”
Private Cartagena tour with La Popa views, Castillo de San Felipe, and neighborhood street-food style stops—skip lines, private guide.
“I had the best experience learning about Cartagena. Angel was the best at showing and going into detail about the history of Cartagena and even Colombia as a whole. I was the only one on this tour and so it was more personable. My questions were answered and Angel is so so nice. If you are looking to learn about this country and Cartagena in depth take this tour! You wont be disappointed”
Taste Cartagena’s real side at Bazurto Market: 3-hour guided food and culture tour with a bilingual guide, guarapo, tropical fruit, crafts.
“It was great to see another side of Cartagena. Highly recommend this tour. For improvement, I would just suggest spending some more time in themarket and asking us if we wanted to buy anything there. I would have bought lots of things to support the locals! Only small amount of time Spent in the actual market. I would skip the 30 minutes spent to listen to the music in the shop and listen to it within the actual market instead. And maybe a little more explanation of the food. Thanks for a great day though. Jesus is great!”
Private 4-hour Cartagena street food walk in the Walled City and Getsemani, with local snacks, coffee or beer, and city stories.
“The tour was amazing!Alberto was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. I learned a lot about the city. I will take the tour again when I return. Thank you so much Alberto!”
Cartagena’s 1-hour rum and chocolate tasting: sample Colombian rum styles, learn production secrets, and enjoy expert rum-chocolate pairings.
“So much fun!! A Must-Do in Cartagena! This was the perfect way to start our vacation! The rum and chocolate tasting was fun, informative, and so well put together. Luz was amazing, so smart, knowledgeable, and incredibly down-to-earth. She made the whole experience engaging and welcoming. If you’re in Cartagena, don’t miss this unique and flavorful activity!”
Cartagena craft beer tasting with Colombian brews, ceviche or sandwiches, and a guide explaining flavor and brewing in 2 hours.
“Our guide, Laura, was so friendly and professional. We had a great time trying different types of local craft beer.”
Private Cartagena rum-and-chocolate tasting with 8 paired Colombian rums, Montes de Maria cocoa, and savory bites at El Arsenal’s Rum Box.
“We had an AMAZING experience with this tasting. Alejandra was our guide, and she was fun, interesting, and so welcoming! We did several guided tours while we were in Cartagena and this was by far our favorite. It’s also a great value for your money- we sampled 8 rums and many chocolates and savory snacks!”
A 1-hour Cartagena mezcal and tequila tasting at Rosa Mezcal with bilingual instruction, spirit know-how, and pairing-focused bites.
A 1-hour Cartagena coffee tasting in Bolívar, Colombia, with a bilingual guide and four specialty beans to smell and taste.
A 2-hour Cartagena street food walk blending Chinese and local flavors, plus a famous bakery stop and fried-food festival stories.
“Interesting and delicious tour for foodies! We covered many places from empanadas to cheese bread to fruits to sausages… and truly did not need dinner after this 😅 So thank you for a wonderful tour!”
Tierra Bomba day pass from Cartagena: round-trip boat, welcome drink, typical lunch, dessert, and Fenix Beach Club facilities for 7 hours.
“What a relaxing and incredible experience I had! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality that made us feel right at home. We spent the day relaxing on the beach, tried some local dishes and drinks and it was great! The food was delicious and varied, with traditional dishes that allowed us to savor the best of the local gastronomy. In addition, the service was exceptional, making sure that every detail was taken care of to make our experience unforgettable”
