Cartagena Old Town Authentic Food Tour with 9 Flavorful Tastings Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover the flavors of the "Heroic City" on our Cartagena Walled City Food Tour. Skip the tourist traps and explore the sun-drenched streets of this UNESCO-listed gem, where Caribbean culture and colonial history meet. Starting at Plaza de Bolívar, we kick things off with a refreshing Jugo de Limón. Along the way, enjoy local favorites like Arepa de Huevo, Carimañola de Carne y Queso, and Pan de Bono, learning about the iconic Palenqueras. We pass the Torre del Reloj, stopping for our delicious Secret Dish and a Colombian coffee experience. The highlight? A flavorful Coctel de Camarones and Arroz de Camarones y Coco, served with crispy Patacones, true coastal comfort food. We finish near Plaza de San Diego, leaving you with the flavors and rhythm of Cartagena.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We'll meet at Museum of Cartagena de Indias, 46, Plaza de Bolivar Carrera 3 33, Bolívar, Colombia

End Point

End point

Your tour will end at Institución Universitaria Bellas Artes y Ciencias de Bolívar, Cra. 9 #39-12, San Diego, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Monumento Torre del Reloj
Originally the only entrance to the fortified city, this iconic yellow gate is the symbol of Cartagena. Standing under its arches, you are at the threshold between the modern city and the colonial past. It opens into the Plaza de los Coches, where you’ll find the famous Portal de los Dulces, a row of stalls selling traditional coastal sweets made by local families for generations.
Duration: 30 mins
2. Plaza de Bolivar
This is the most peaceful and shaded spot in the city. Surrounded by massive trees and colonial buildings with ornate balconies, it houses the Palace of the Inquisition and the Gold Museum. It’s the perfect place to sit on a bench, watch the Palenqueras in their colorful dresses, and feel the "old world" atmosphere of the 16th century.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Baluarte de Santo Domingo
You can actually walk along the top of the massive coral-stone walls that encircle the city. The section near the Baluarte de Santo Domingo is the most famous spot to watch the sunset over the Caribbean Sea. It’s a stunning reminder of the city’s military past, built to defend the Spanish Crown's gold from pirates like Sir Francis Drake.
Duration: 30 mins
4. Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver
This majestic church and monastery are dedicated to the "Slave of the Slaves," a priest who spent his life ministering to the Africans brought to the city’s port. The plaza in front is filled with quirky iron sculptures and is one of the most photographed spots in the city. Inside, the quiet, lush courtyard offers a stark, beautiful contrast to the humid heat outside.
Duration: 30 mins
5. Plaza de Santo Domingo
This is the vibrant heart of the city’s social life. In the center of the square sits the famous "Gertrudis" statue by the legendary Colombian artist Fernando Botero. Local legend says that rubbing her (well-worn) bronze curves brings luck in love. Surrounded by open-air restaurants and the oldest church in the city, it’s the best place to enjoy the evening breeze and live music.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Coctel de Camarones

Arepas de huevo

Fluffly Pan de bono

Cazuela de mariscos

Arroz de coco y camarones

Authentic Jugo de limón

Artisanal Carimañola de carne y queso

Our Delicious Secret Dish!

Patacones

Exclusion

Gratuities

Pick-up & Drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.

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.

Supplied by Secret Food Tours

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