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15 Best Cartagena Street Food Tours

The street food crawls of the old city: arepas de huevo from the fryer, fruit carts run by palenqueras in full color and ceviche counters the locals defend by name. Caribbean Colombia eats on the street and eats well.

1.Street Food Tour in Cartagena

Discover Cartagena’s vibrant street food scene on this 2-3 hour guided tour, sampling local delicacies and exploring the city’s culinary and cultural roots.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“I always loved food tours whenever I travel , as it immerses you into the culture, and this tour didn’t disappoint. There was a little bit of everything on this tour, from the iconic arepa to exotic tropical fruits, Colombian beer. Our guide was enthusiastic…”

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2.Cartagena: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings

Discover Cartagena’s best street food on a 2.5-hour guided tour, tasting 9 local dishes while exploring vibrant neighborhoods and learning about Colombian culture.

★ 4.9

“Our tour guide Alberto (Roberto?) was amazing. Had a vast knowledge of Cartagena history and food culture. He made the tour very informative and interesting. The food was all amazing. So many different things to try, great value for money. Make sure to go hungry…”

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3.Street Food Tour with a local Foodie in Cartagena

Discover Cartagena’s vibrant street food scene with a guided tour featuring local specialties, history, and authentic flavors for an unforgettable experience.

★ 5.0

“Yeah, such a fun experience! This is the perfect way to go to the best spots to where all the locals eat!! Out guide was Jesus! He was absolutely fantastic. He took us to all the best spots in his knowledge was just incredible. We…”

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4.Street Food Tour in Cartagena Walled City and Getsemani

Discover Cartagena’s authentic flavors and vibrant neighborhoods on this private 3-4 hour street food tour — delicious samples, local stories, and cultural insights included.

★ 4.5

“Nica, was an amazing guide! He took us to both sides of Cartagena. He ate ceivche, fried plantain, drank a refreshing drink, and learned about the culture. He was very knowledgeable and we really appreciated our food tour.”

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5.Street food tour Cartagena

Discover Cartagena's vibrant street food scene on this 2.5-hour guided tour, sampling local favorites and uncovering hidden culinary gems.

★ 4.5

“For the record, Viator and an outside contractor worked together to get us our tour. Viator did not supply the guide, the contractor did and she was absolutely excellent. Viator had to sign our contract over to the contractor because the Viator tour could not…”

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6.Private island Beach Club Cartagena with food : Club Kabanna

Discover the luxury of Club Kabanna on Tierra Bomba Island from Cartagena with boat transfer, private beach beds, gourmet dining, and relaxing vibes.

★ 4.5

“Two stars because it had a beach and we were able to get there and back. Food was ok. Arrived and service was horrible, I am a big tipper and left $0. Why? They did not pay any attention to us to see if we…”

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7.Street Food Tour of Cartagena

Discover Cartagena’s vibrant street food scene on this guided tour, sampling local favorites while exploring historic neighborhoods and hidden gems.

★ 4.5

“Rafael was a very knowledgeable host. The food we tasted was amazing and authentic Colombian food. Do it, you won’t be disappointed.”

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8.Cartagena: Playa Tranquila ALL INCLUSIVE+seafood casserole

Experience Cartagena’s Playa Tranquila with a 7-hour all-inclusive day trip featuring seafood, snorkeling, scenic views, and hotel pickup for great value.

★ 3.7

“Tudo aconteceu como descrito no anúncio. Porém não tem muita comunicação, não falam qual bar/barraca vc vai poderá ficar, ficamos na primeira que não tinha uma vista bonita e estava cheia de motos aquáticas e barco em frente, perguntamos se podíamos mudar mais lá pro…”

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9.Private Cartagena city and street food tour.

Discover Cartagena’s highlights and street food on a private 4.5-hour tour with expert guides, stunning views, and authentic tastes for an immersive experience.

★ 5.0

“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…”

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10.Local Flavors Food Tour with Native Chef

Explore Cartagena’s flavors and sights on this 2-hour guided tour with a native chef. Enjoy five tastings and cultural highlights for just $42.00.

★ 5.0

“Chef Andres is an excellent tour guide with a lovely, gracious personality! Very knowledgeable, patient, and extremely passionate about his hometown Cartagena. Always willing to help carry your items when your hands are full, takes great photos and helps you find the best dining spots…”

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11.Private Walking Tour Old City with Street Food

Discover Cartagena’s historic old city on a private walking tour combining top sights with vibrant street food, led by an engaging bilingual guide.

★ 5.0

“We went to Cartagena for my husband's 50th birthday and this was one of the activities we did. Cesar is very knowledgeable and charismatic. We went on a walking tour of the city, had amazing food and drinks, and everyone in our group of 20…”

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12.Street food tour with Julie

Discover Cartagena’s vibrant street food scene with Julie’s guided tour, sampling authentic dishes and exploring colorful plazas in a small, personalized group.

★ 5.0

“Julie was a fantastic ghost who accommodated my handicapped mother. I truly recommend this tour. She helps you see what Colombian life is like.”

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13.Cartagena Bazurto Market: Authentic Food & Culture Tour

Discover Cartagena’s authentic side with a 3-hour Bazurto Market food and culture tour, sampling local delicacies and exploring vibrant street life.

★ 4.5

“Can’t say enough about it. It really opened my eyes to the real Cartagena. Plus the food and drink were awesome. Not to mention our guide Danny was from the market and knew everyone. Such a cool guy who took great care of us.”

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14.Food Tour, History & Coffee Experience

Discover Cartagena's flavors and history on this 2-hour guided tour, blending local food, colorful neighborhoods, and a hands-on Colombian coffee class.

★ 5.0

“Our guide Aljer was sweet, knowledgeable and made the experience pleasurable. We love coffee, so learning about the Colombian coffees and process was fun and delicious. I was very AWAKE afterwards! We got to see more of Getsemaní and from different points of view.”

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