Cartagena Food Adventure: 8 Dishes with Sherpa Food Tours
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Don't choose between high-end gastronomy and authentic street flavors. Taste it all on one absolute tour through Cartagena's culinary soul, with 10+ dishes and drinks along the way.
Led by an expert Sherpa, your journey begins in the colorful, bohemian streets of Getsemaní, where street art tells stories of resistance and reinvention. From there, we cross into the Ciudad Amurallada (Walled City), the historic heart of the Caribbean, finishing inside the ancient walls.
You'll sit down at two standout local restaurants for curated tastings of signature Cartagenero dishes, the highlight of the gastronomic side of the tour. Between them, taste exotic fruits from the iconic Palenqueras, the must-try arepa de huevo, a sweet stop at the historic Portal de los Dulces, and a premium Colombian coffee tasting.
It's not just a food tour. It's the Sherpa Way: woven with the history, culture, and street art that make Cartagena one of Latin America's most vibrant food destinations.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Getsemani Neighborhood
Our tour begins in Getsemaní, Cartagena's most soulful and flavorful barrio. Once a working-class neighborhood, today its colorful streets are alive with the aromas of street food, fresh fruit carts, and sizzling fritos. We'll start at Plaza de la Trinidad, the lively gathering spot where Cartageneros come together each evening to eat, drink, and share stories, before wandering past murals and flag-draped alleys, sampling local bites from the vendors who've fed this community for generations.
Walled City of Cartagena
Inside Cartagena's UNESCO-listed colonial old town, we'll trace 500 years of culinary history through its plazas and cobblestone streets. The Walled City is where Spanish, African, and Indigenous flavors first collided to create the Caribbean Colombian cuisine you'll taste today. Between bites, we'll share the stories behind iconic dishes, the markets that shaped them, and the cultural traditions still alive in every kitchen, fruit stand, and corner café.
Options
Cartagena Food Adventure
What‘s Included
Expert local guide
History and street art commentary
Tasting of 10+ dishes and drinks
Walking tour through Getsemaní and the Ciudad Amurallada
Gratuities
Transportation to and from the tour
Additional food and drinks not specified in the itinerary
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best food tour ever!!!
W9426QQjonathano,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Food was amazing! So many different flavors,. Our tour guide was fun and very knowledgeable about the city! Pro tip: go with an empty stomach 😄
You have to try it
juanpablop607,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience. I always feel truly welcome there. The atmosphere is very relaxed and the food was excellent.
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