Our Cartagena food tour takes you through the bustling streets, lively markets, and charming neighborhoods, where you’ll sample a variety of local delicacies.
We offer this free food tour at an unique start time: 12:30 pm.
Join us on a free food tour in Cartagena that goes beyond the typical bites and dives deep into the heart of the city's vibrant culinary scene. Cartagena is bursting with flavor—from crispy empanadas to zesty ceviche served. But this isn’t your average food tour. Come hungry and leave full—not just with food, but with unforgettable memories.
We explore the city the way locals do—tasting our way through hidden spots, family-run eateries, and food stands you might miss on your own. Every stop tells a story, and every bite brings you closer to Cartagena’s culture and soul.
You should meet the local guide at "Yo amo Bazurto Restaurant", located in the walled city of Cartagena. So lace up your walking shoes, and get ready to taste the most delicious dishes that Cartagena has to offer you.
Our journey begins with a visit to “Yo Amo Bazurto” restaurant, a vibrant and colorful spot nestled in the heart of the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. At this first stop, we’ll immerse ourselves in the rhythm of local life through the kitchen. we’ll start with just a few carefully selected appetizers—a small but flavorful introduction to the city's rich food culture.
Now, it is time for a fresh fruit juice. The Fresh fruit juice stalls in Cartagena are a vibrant and integral part of the city's food culture. These stalls offer a refreshing and healthy way to enjoy the tropical fruits of Colombia, providing both locals and tourists with a delightful taste of the region's natural bounty.
After our flavored fresh fruit juice, we take a refreshing turn with a visit to Cartagena’s iconic fresh fruit stands, a cornerstone of daily life and street culture in the city. At this stop, you’ll get to enjoy some Slices of fresh mango, papaya, or pineapple, and exotic fruits you may have never tried before, such as lulo, guanábana (soursop), or maracuyá (passion fruit).
Then we will head to “Donde Magola restaurant”, a traditional Cartagena restaurant renowned since 1999. It offers the most delicious fried arepas in the city. These arepas are known as "Arepa with egg". They're made with yellow corn dough, eggs and meat. Here you can buy and eat all the arepas you want.
Super Bunuelo is a vibrant street-food spot tucked into the San Diego neighborhood in Cartagena historic center. where the irresistible smell of fried dough and cheese wafts through the evening air, making it a popular stop for both locals coming off the bus and tourists wandering through the old city. When you visit Super Buñuelo, these are some of the treats you’ll want to sample: bunuelos (Fried cheese dough balls), empanadas (Fried pastries filled with meats, cheese, or mixed fillings), and pasteles hojaldrados (Flaky pastries, possibly with savory or sweet fillings, cheese, meat, or sweetness).
How about finishing our food tour with a delicious grilled arepa at Colombitalia? Colombitalia is a well-known restaurant in Cartagena, Colombia, famous for its delicious and authentic Colombian cuisine. The restaurant offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with a traditional Colombian decor that reflects the vibrant culture of the country. The grilled arepa at Colombitalia is one of their signature dishes.
Along the tour, your guide may suggest stops at local food stalls or restaurants, allowing you to sample the delights of Cartagena. Remember you will be able to try and eat all the food you want during the 2-hours free food tour.
2 .5 Hours free food tour around the historic walled city and Getsemani neighborhood in Cartagena.
Bilingual guide.
Yeray Perez
Fabio is very fond of gastronomy, he solved many doubts, we toured the Bazurto market, we drank natural juices and ate local food, then we toured the neighborhood of Getsemaní with several places to eat what he recommended us. I recommend the experience
Camille Finley
Fabio took us to places only a native would know about. He was informative, entertaining and knowledgeable. Showed concern for our wellbeing and safety. Trustworthy. Thoroughly enjoyed.
Claudia Poblete
We met Fabio, very punctual. We took a bus ride to a kind of market, place I must admit that we did not imagine being in a normal situation hahaha, something different and exotic food for the brave, and I insist on the different because at least for me it is the first time. Tasty food, my family enjoyed it. On the way back to the most central part of the city, he showed us and explained every place we passed in terms of food and history and recommended several exquisite places.
Michael
During our recent tour, my wife and I were fortunate to have Fabio as our guide. He provided exceptional service, introducing us to both popular tourist destinations and hidden gems frequented by locals. His recommendations for budget-friendly dining options were particularly impressive, as they allowed us to experience the local atmosphere without compromising on quality. Overall, Fabio's expertise and professionalism made our tour a highly enjoyable and memorable experience.
How much does the food cost in each place we pass by?
The places we'll stop by to try fruit, fresh fruit juices, tropical fruits, and snacks. They're best known by locals, which is why the food is so cheap. Prices typically range from $3 to $10 per plate at Yo Amo Bazurto restaurant, $1.5 to $2 for fresh fruit juice at the Refresquerías, and $0.5 to $5 for fresh tropical fruit at the fruit stands. Fried arepas at Donde Magola restaurant range in price from $1 to $4, and a delicious buñuelo or pastel at Super Buñuelo can be enjoyed for $1 to $2. Finally, Colombitalia Express charges $2.5 to $7 for grilled arepas.
How many people can be participating on this free food tour in Cartagena?
This free tour is tailored for small groups. We normally do the tour with at least one person and 10 people is the maximum size.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have set price. Instead, each person give the tour guide at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from $10,00 USD to $50,00 USD depending on satisfaction with the tour).
How can i make a reservation for the free walking tour?
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