Food Tour in Santa Marta Old City Half-Day

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Santa Marta, Colombia

3 to 4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience the flavors and vibrancy of the Santa Marta food scene on this dynamic food tour. Walk through markets packed with local dishes and produce, and learn about their origins and ingredients from your guide. Taste food like fresh ceviche, bollo and coconut rice. Enjoy the atmosphere of a thriving town market and speak to locals as you travel around the city.

Explore Santa Marta like a local
Find hidden gems all over the city
Hear stories about the city from the stallholders and cooks
Learn where the best places to eat in Santa Marta are

What's Included

Tour Guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Samples and samples of typical foods and drinks of the region
All Risk Insurance

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick-up our clients anywhere within Santa Marta city - hotels, hostels, Airbnb, vacation rentals, points of interest, and also at Simón Bolivar International Airport.

Itinerary

Santa Marta

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Centro Historico de Santa Marta

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Catedral de Santa Marta (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Most travelers can participate
If you have a layover in Santa Marta please select the airport or cruise ship terminal as a pick-up point for the layover tour.
This tour takes place in a local open-air market, commonly visited by residents. It’s a vibrant space with street food, informal vendors, and a lively atmosphere, so expect lots of movement, constant noise, and the everyday hustle and bustle of local life
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 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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Reviews

4.9

based on 20 reviews

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Great experience!

Kimberly_D, Jul 2026

Carlos was great. Took us for good Colombian food. Matched stops for food with juice and coffee. We walked the right amount and gave us information about the city. Great tour!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Carlos. It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed the delicious Colombian food, local juices, and coffee, while learning about the city at a comfortable pace. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Carlos. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Colombia!

Solo waliking streetfood tour Santa Marta June 2026

John_S, Jun 2026

Good walking historical food tour. Fantastic fruits, juices, pastries seafood.; more delicious things than I could finish. I also loved the beverages, history, for example the gold museum as well as learning about the current situation in town. Andreas was a wonderful guide. Highly recommended!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you so much for this review. We love hearing that you enjoyed both the food and the cultural side of the experience. It’s great to know Andreas helped bring the history and local stories to life while you discovered so many new flavors along the way. Thanks for the recommendation!

Great tour

Maria_G, Apr 2026

I had an amazing food walking tour in Santa Marta—a perfect mix of flavor, culture, and history. We started with delicious coffee from the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, sweetened with panela and a hint of cinnamon—absolutely comforting and unique. Along the way, we tasted a variety of fresh tropical fruits and a refreshing cold juice blend of passion fruit and mango that was bursting with flavor. One of the highlights was a street vendor serving seafood soup cooked over a wood fire and a rich shrimp rice—authentic and unforgettable. We also enjoyed creamy, flavorful ice cream made from local fruits, and ended with a true Colombian classic: arepa de huevo—crispy, deep-fried, and filled with egg—paired with mote de guineo (cayeye), a delicious green banana mash topped with cheese and chicharrón. Between stops, we explored the historic downtown, seeing some of the oldest buildings in Colombia and South America, which makes sense as Santa Marta is celebrating 501 years of history. Overall, a fantastic, educational tour—you’ll leave full, happy, and with a deeper appreciation for the region’s food and culture. Highly recommended!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for such a detailed and thoughtful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the rich mix of flavors, local traditions, and history in Santa Marta. It’s great to hear each stop added something special to your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Colombia with Gran Colombia Tours soon!

Amazing !

Marcus_S, Mar 2026

We did a street food tour in Santa Marta with Andrés, and all we can say is: it was an absolutely amazing day. Andrés is a true local who shares his city with great passion. He took us to places we would have never discovered as regular tourists. We got to try a wide variety of local foods – everything was authentic and diverse. What really stood out was his enthusiasm and friendliness. He speaks excellent English and didn’t just introduce us to the food, but also to the culture and everyday life in Santa Marta. You can really tell that he loves what he does. Thanks to him, we had an unforgettable experience and gained insights that go far beyond a typical visit to the city. We highly recommend Andrés 100% – an outstanding guide! Thank you so much for this fantastic experience!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re really happy to hear you had such a memorable day exploring Santa Marta through its local flavors. It’s great to know Andrés made the experience so engaging, bringing the city to life through its food, culture, and everyday moments. Sounds like you got a truly authentic perspective beyond the usual visit. Thanks again for choosing Gran Colombia Tours—we’d love to have you back for more experiences in Colombia!

Absolutely the best!

kathryn_k, Mar 2026

An incredible food tasting experience with Mr. juice. Not only did he cut fruit and explain each taste. We had numerous stops for local foods which he described in detail. his explanation of the history of his country showed his love. The best tour I’ve had in a long time.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had such an incredible food tasting experience and that “Mr. Juice” made it so engaging and memorable. It’s great to know you enjoyed the variety of local flavors and the rich cultural insights shared along the way. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Colombia with Gran Colombia Tours soon!

The Food Tour was very...

Michael_R, Feb 2025

The Food Tour was very educational of all the food that is served In Santa Martha I would recommend this tour for everyone

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad you found the Food Tour in Santa Marta so educational and enjoyable. It's great to hear you would recommend it to others. We hope to welcome you back for more delicious experiences!

Get local with a local

Matt_M, May 2024

Andres was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We intermingled with the locals and were able to try the local street foods without fear. Everything from the hotel pickup and drop-off were seamless.

Response from Host, May 2024

Hola, Matt! Thank you so much for your review. Andres will be happy once he knows you enjoyed visiting and tasting the best of Santa Marta in his company. Thank you for choosing us!

Great Food Tour Combined with Walking Tour of Santa Marta

Natalie_T, May 2023

Andrea was our tour guide and did a great job explaining the history of Santa Marta and walked us through the Gold Museum. She introduced us to some local foods and delicious fresh fruit juices, which was great as our tour took place on a very hot day. The hotel pick up and drop off experience went smoothly. I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience downtown Santa Marta and enjoy local food along the way.

Response from Host, May 2023

Hola Natalie, thank you very much for choosing Gran Colombia Tours. We are very happy to know you took the chance to discover Santa Marta with our guide Andrea. We're happy to know you left the country having tasted the best fruit juices and local food in the city. Once again, thank you for your comment and we hope to hear back from you on your next visit to Colombia.

Wonderful samples of food

Stephen_H, Apr 2023

Our guide Rosa Sanabria was the best part of our tour! She took us to lots of street food locations and two restaurants to sample different types of Columbia foods….we felt safe and protected….. I would do this tour again with her…

Response from Host, May 2023

Hola Steph, thank you very much for choosing Gran Colombia Tours. We are very happy to know Rosa was an amazing guide during your tour in Santa Marta. We're proud to know you felt safe and sound with her. We'll make sure to let her know you had fun. Thank you for leaving your comment.

10/10

Brooklyn_L, Mar 2023

Not only was this a great food tour, we met the most amazing tour guide as well. Jose was great in giving us some history alongside the great food. We were so happy to have him on the Minca tour the next day! Highly recommend this and Jose as your guide!

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Hola Brooklyn! We're very happy to know you had a great time during the food tour in Santa Marta, the gastronomic experience is unique and tasty. Jose will be thrilled to know you had such nice compliments for him, we'll make sure to let him know. Thank you for choosing Gran Colombia Tours!

Fun Food Tour in Santa Marta

Eric_W, Dec 2022

We stayed at Playa Dormida outside the city. Given our itinerary, we did not have much time for Santa Marta proper. We loved this tour, that took us around a bunch of fun restaurants while learning the history of Santa Marta and seeing the city up close and personal. We ended at sunset, which was beautiful.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Hi, Eric! Thank you for your comment. We are really glad to know that you enjoyed your tour in Santa Marta. That's our goal, to always offer the best experience possible. You are always welcome to keep discovering Colombia with us! Greetings from Maria.