Street Food Tour in Cartagena
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Cartagena, Colombia
- 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the streets of Cartagena by tasting local delicacies throughout the city. Learn about the history and culture of food in Colombia from your guide as you sample street food in Corralito de Piedra. Find hidden vendors you would miss on your own and learn about the influence of different cultures on the local cuisine.
- Food tasting included—you may want to buy a whole plate
- Learn about the history behind the food you sample from your guide
- Explore the city while also satisfying your appetite
- Discover local places you would miss without a guide
What's Included
- SnacksWe try ten (10) different types of local street food with the permanent accompaniment of a qualified tour guide
- Additional meals you want to order.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Camellón de los MártiresCl. 31 #71-48, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
Our meeting point is at Camellón de Los Mártires on the outside of the clock tower, across the avenue. You will recognize us because we identify ourselves with an ORANGE UMBRELLA with the name Nexperience on it and our tour guide holding it! :)
End point
- Cl. de la Sierpe #9-8, Getsemaní, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
We will finish in a central place after having had an experience that awakens the sense of taste and flavor of Cartagena.
Itinerary
1
La Matuna
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Portal de Los Dulces
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
San Diego
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Plaza Fernandez Madrid
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Palito de Caucho
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6
Centro Comercial La Matuna
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Cartagena District
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Walled City of Cartagena
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
9
Barrio Getsemani
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Ami_P
Alvaro was a great tour guide!! He’s very passionate about his country and community and took us to all local spots for the best taste of Columbia! We left the food tour happy, full, and connected with the Cartagena community. Definitely come hungry and ready to eat and learn, 10/10 would recommend!!!
Reviews
4.9
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Young_L, Jul 2026
Legacy was a great tour guide! He had a very friendly and energetic demeanor and did a great job of hyping us up and informing us about the tastings as well as tidbits of history or folklore of Cartagena. The food was served in generous portions and by the end we were too full for comfort. Wear comfortable shoes and be ready for the weather there was a lot of walking! Would highly recommend this tour to those that are hungry and adventurous eaters.
Mathias_G, Jul 2026
Lots of good food/drinks and great guide Karen! Also a lot of good info about the city and the areas we walked by. 2,5 hours went by too quickly!
Adam_G, Jul 2026
Great experience. Great value. Recommend without hesitation. Liz was excited to share her vibrant city with us. Also, this your was very professionally run. There were actually two guides with us. One person ran ahead to keep everything working smoothly.
Linh_V, Jul 2026
Thank you Mercedes for a great tour despite the heat! We loved the local gems we discovered! My favorite one is pan de bono!
Shenise_C, Jul 2026
Our tour guide, Mercedes, was very pleasant; however, her accent was quite pronounced, and she spoke rather quickly, making it challenging to understand her at times. The food tour featured a number of breaded items, and I had anticipated a slightly different selection. The most enjoyable dishes were the ceviche and chicken empanadas, which were served at the beginning and end of the tour, respectively. Oh, and the Getsemani area was supposed to be part of the tour from what I understood, it was mentioned in the description, but my family and I had to walk around and explore that on our own.
keshina_g, Jul 2026
The tour was very good and informative , he talked about the city and we tried some amazing food. Would recommend 10/10. Hernando is the best
Leonard_L, Jun 2026
Our guide, Robert, started the tour with an incredibly confusing "joke," telling us that because we ate breakfast, we were in trouble because the portions were massive and the tour was six hours long. The entire group was confused, wondering if we had booked the wrong trip. Robert completely moved on without clarifying until my wife directly asked him if the tour was actually six hours. Only then did he admit it was a joke. Unfortunately, like most of his humor throughout the day, it fell completely flat and just created awkward tension.
Later on, after hyping up a piece of bland bread at a bakery as "the best in the world," he put everyone on the spot by asking us to rate it from 1 to 10. Most people politely lied and said 7–10, but I was honest and gave it a 5. His demeanor and forced interactions made the experience highly uncomfortable.
We had some absolutely amazing food during our time in Colombia, but nothing on this tour would even make my top 10 list.
Shrimp Ceviche: It tasted incredibly slimy. Most of the group couldn't even finish their small portions because it simply wasn't good.
Patacón: It was just okay, but it was ruined by a massive, overpowering chunk of extremely salty cheese.
Traditional Candies: Not my cup of tea, but admittedly not bad.
The Rest: The remaining stops were completely uninspired—the culinary equivalent of taking raw burger meat out of a package and throwing it on a grill.
The logistics were incredibly poorly handled. While at the bakery, a fellow tour member and I both asked to use the restroom. Robert told us we couldn't use the one there, but that we could use one at a future stop. That next stop ended up being a local grocery store for an empanada sample. Robert pointed me toward the restroom, but as I came out, I was immediately accosted and told I had to pay to use it. When I asked Robert about it, he confirmed I had to pay.
It is completely unacceptable that on a paid food tour, guests are denied a free restroom at one stop only to be forced to pay out-of-pocket at the next. If paying is required, the tour company should either let guests use the free facilities at the bakery, or at the very least, cover the fee for their paying customers.
Robert’s poor attitude and awkward humor, combined with the low-quality food selections chosen by this company, made this street food tour the single biggest mistake of our trip to Colombia. Avoid this tour at all costs.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi Dennis Deppen! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience — we genuinely appreciate all feedback, positive or critical.
We're sorry the tour didn't meet your expectations. That said, we'd like to offer some context. The two other reservations who joined you that day both left 5-star reviews, highlighting Robert's work and the food — and their experience reflects the feedback we consistently receive across our 1,364 five-star reviews on Viator, which represent 98% of our total ratings.
Robert is passionate about what he does and put his best effort into presenting our traditional street food in an engaging and entertaining way. Humor and storytelling are a core part of how we share Colombian culture, and while we understand it may not land the same way for everyone, his intention is always to create a warm and enjoyable atmosphere.
Regarding the restroom situation: we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. The Pandabono stop had no running water available that day, which is why Robert had to find an alternative. He was not aware that the restroom at the next stop required payment, and we completely understand your frustration — that should never fall on a paying guest. We'll make sure our guides are always prepared to handle this kind of situation so it doesn't happen again.
Our tour is designed to showcase the authentic, popular street food of Cartagena and Colombia — the kind of food locals eat and love every day. We're proud of that, even knowing it won't be everyone's cup of tea. That is why we are explicit as possible on the tour page with the tour description and itinerary for guests to know before hand what they will try.
We hope you had many other wonderful moments in Colombia, and we wish you all the best on your future travels.
Alea_B, Jun 2026
Book this tour before anything else! We got to experience so many different foods, Karen and Elio took great care of us. We made new friends and enjoyed an afternoon touring Cartegena. 10/10!!
Chloe_T, Jun 2026
What a wonderful experience Karen was very knowledgeable and passionate. I learned so much. She also remembered all of our names in the group.
Damian_F, Jun 2026
Great experience! The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the different types of food and the history of the area. The tour was informative, engaging, and enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommended
Jesh_S, Jun 2026
Nando was fantastic. Best tour of our trip to Cartagena. He shared interesting history throughout the walk and made everything easy to understand. The street food stops were great. Lots of variety and felt very authentic. We left full and with a much better feel for the city.
Stephany_M, Jun 2026
I had a personal guide; her name was Yahuil( I may be spelling it wrong😅), but she was very attentive, explained the history in detailed, provided several food options from drinks to desserts, native fruits, and food. I was stuffed by the end! Incredible experience, definitely worth doing it!
Lindsay_M, Jun 2026
Dani was excellent and knowledgeable about the walled city and food. This tour included a LOT of food. Come hungry!
Ashley_Y, Jun 2026
I loved this tour. Robert was amazing, very knowledgeable, humorous, and attentive. The food was great and I enjoyed learning about the culture.
GanPing_D, Jun 2026
Our guide was Roberto. He did an exceptional job. We had 8 stops and most of them were delicious. Roberto was very knowledgeable and funny… the rain was the only set back that day. I would recommend on rainy days, ponchos be provided. Would definitely recommend this tour and would advise you not to eat before. I was too stuffed!!! Thumbs up to nexperience and Robert.
Rochelle_S, Jun 2026
Our walking street food tour was one of the highlights of our trip! Our guide, Alvaro, was incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and passionate about sharing the culture and history behind the local food. Every stop offered something unique, and the variety was outstanding.
We sampled everything from a delicious shrimp cocktail served with a plantain chip, to flavorful soup, a cheese arepa, sweet local treats, and what was described as the best bread in the world—and it definitely lived up to the hype! We also enjoyed tasting three different types of coffee and learning about their significance and preparation. The tour ended perfectly with a selection of fresh local fruits.
The food was plentiful, authentic, and gave us the opportunity to try a little bit of everything. If you’re looking for a great way to experience the local culture through food, I highly recommend this tour. Thank you, Alvaro, for such a memorable experience!
Mariane_e, Jun 2026
Food bacteria. I went straight to the hospital when I got home
Diarrhea. Belly pain
Was so sick after this tour
Noooooooooo
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi Mariane,
At Nexperience, we take health, safety, and food hygiene with the utmost seriousness. All our food stops strictly comply with local health regulations and hold valid sanitary certificates.
After reviewing our records, we confirmed that you did not attend this tour. Unfortunately, you missed your scheduled departure, and per our booking policies, your late refund request could not be approved.
It is deeply disheartening to receive a review about food poisoning from someone who did not experience the tour or consume any of the food provided. As a local business, we pride ourselves on transparency, and we find it unfair that a strict cancellation policy results in a false accusation that does not reflect our actual service.
We wish you the best on your future travels.
Chris_G, Jun 2026
Great tour around the city, Roberto our guide was very personable and gave great tips for navigating the city.
Tekiera_H, Jun 2026
This was truly amazing. Aside from the rain the whole tour was a vibe! Robert did an outstanding job!!! The food was so authentic and you can really feel the love in every bite.
maryolivia_v, Jun 2026
Nando our guide was absolutely the best. He was knowledgeable, kind and so enthusiastic about sharing his culture with us. The food tour was exceptional. Nando provided a lot of history per each stop. The choices were authentic and delicious. I would recommend not eating breakfast and forget about dinner. The tour was very filling. Hands down a memorable trip. Thank you from the US.
Ian_F, Jun 2026
Legaxy was an awesome tour guide! He provided lots of history and knowledge on the foods and was very funny! Also the food was fantastic
janelle_m, Jun 2026
Legaxy is a great guide. Extremely knowledgeable about the history of Cartagena, Colombia, and the World and it was amazing to listen to him. Great foods tasted in a beautiful city. Also felt very safe, as he gave many tips and pointers for our security through the tour.
WillGallegos, Jun 2026
The street food was great and focused on Columbian staple food. From breakfast Patacon, to a hearty and brothy beef stew. In addition we tried fresh fruit, a lemonade coffee (dont knock it till you try it) and some of the best bread. Bring an umbrella if you are sensitive to the heat and a water bottle.
Allyson_P, May 2026
My husband and I booked the street food tour in Cartagena and were lucky enough to have Daniela as our guide. Dani did an incredible job balancing the food we were tasting and the history of the city, and we had such a blast with her throughout the tour.
There were eight samples, all of pretty big portions for a tour taste. Dani helpfully explained them all and was kind enough to take some photos for us during the tour.
Overall we'd highly recommend the tour and Dani specifically!
Colin_C, May 2026
Amazing tour with Alvaro R! He was so knowledgeable. The food is amazing, must try and I would do it again.
Ania_R, May 2026
Worth the money. I had a very good experience. The tour guide went above and beyond. Would definitely recommend it.
Revanno_S, May 2026
Beautiful experience. We learned so much about Cartagena and Colombia at large. There is so much culture to experience.
Our tour guide Liz was an amazing delight. I would highly recommend you book this tour.
Jessica_C, May 2026
Wonderful way to explore the city and try many different foods. Liz was a terrific guide. I would recommend this tour!
Matthew_N, May 2026
The value for the money is worth it, you try many different foods and it’s not just a small nibble. The guide is very knowledgeable. Great tour to have to experience the food culture in Cartagena!
Sinit_M, May 2026
this tour was absolutely wonderful. Nando was an excellent tour guide that showed many local food spots, with a few extra surprises! Nando also told us about life in colombia and it was great learning about the history, building cartagena, class systems, and all of that. Absolutely wonderful tour, so informative. Don't hesitate, book the tour! you'll be full and knowledgeable.
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