Cartagena Food Tour: 7+ Tastings in the Historic City

Bolívar, Colombia



Feast through Cartagena’s Walled City on this intimate food tour. Taste 7+ coastal icons like Arepa de Huevo and coconut rice with a local guide. Intimate groups, big flavors, and one Secret Dish!

Highlights

  • Savor coastal icons including seafood stew, and Arepa de Huevo
  • Discover the mystery of our Secret Dish hidden near the historic Clock Tower
  • Small group intimacy for a personalized experience
  • Explore the vibrant Walled City neighborhood with a knowledgeable local expert
  • 7+ authentic tastings of Cartagena’s best Caribbean and colonial specialties

Description

Begin your journey in the shade of the Plaza de Bolívar, where the tropical heat is met with a refreshing, zesty welcome drink to awaken your palate. From here, navigate a labyrinth of flower-draped balconies and limestone walls that have stood for four centuries, sharing the legends of pirates and the resilience of the Caribbean spirit. Meet the Palenqueras, the iconic women whose vibrant dresses and fruit baskets represent the legacy of the first free slave town in the Americas. As you explore the historic San Diego sector and pass the majestic Clock Tower, stop at tucked-away spots to savor coastal masterpieces. Indulge in the crunch of a golden Arepa de Huevo and the savory comfort of a beef Carimañola, followed by the pillowy softness of fresh Pan de Bono. Between bites, delve into the local obsession with Colombian emeralds and the rhythmic 'Mestizo' heritage that blends African, Indigenous, and Spanish traditions. Sit down for the absolute pinnacle of local gastronomy: rich Cazuela de Mariscos and fragrant Arroz de Camarones, paired with perfectly smashed, crunchy patacones. Somewhere along the way, discover a secret dish, a decadent coastal specialty hidden in plain sight. Conclude your walk near Plaza San Diego just as the colonial lanterns begin to flicker, leaving you with a full heart and the true rhythm of the Caribbean in your step.

Includes

Jugo de limón Arepas de huevo Carimañola de carne y queso Pan de bono Patacones Arroz y camarones Coctel de camarones Cazuela de mariscos Secret Dish

Excludes

Guide's Gratuities Transportation Drink Upgrade

Important Information

  • Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can. This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended. We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance.

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