Bites of Cartagena

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese
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Indulge in Cartagena's vibrant culinary heritage, with flavors from Spanish, African, Indigenous, and Arabian traditions. Experience local dishes, hidden gems, and a sensory feast in every bite.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

A food lover’s dream—tasting Cartagena one bite at a time.

Cartagena’s culinary heritage combines Spanish, African, Indigenous, and Arabian traditions, each leaving a delicious mark on the city’s vibrant food scene. As you explore, you’ll taste how centuries of cultural exchange have created a unique and unforgettable cuisine.

As you eat and walk, you’ll gain additional insight into the original legacy of the one-of-a-kind city of Cartagena. Your guide, plus all food tastings, snacks and drinks, are included. the only thing you should bring is a lot of appetite and a desire to enjoy tasty bites

Come hungry, leave inspired! Experience Cartagena through its most delicious tradition—its food.


What to expect:

Authentic Local Dishes – From African-inspired coconut rice to Spanish-style seafood.

Hidden Culinary Gems – Explore vibrant markets & street food spots only locals know.

A Sensory Feast – Every dish tells a story—get ready for a flavour-packed adventure

What You Get

VIP Access to Local Markets
Expert Food Guide
Tasting Experience with Pairings
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or partial refund
  • Recommend for participants to specify allergies or other serious medical conditions prior the experience.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

What You’ll Experience

1

Cartagena Concierge

You will be picked up by your local guide. This experiences takes place inside the Historic walled City
3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
2

Pasaje Badillo

Walking around the walled city and testing local bites
3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

Pasaje Badillo (Pass By)

We’ll bring you back to your Hotel.

Start Time

Start Time / Opening Hours
28/04/2022 - 30/07/2026

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details
From your accommodation in Cartagena, Airport or Cruise Ship Port.

Cancellation Policy

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

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What People Are Saying
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GO AND ENJOY CARTAGENA YOU WON'T REGRET IT
January 29, 2025
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Cartagena is a beautiful city, which captivates you with the numerous tourist sites, which I had the privilege of knowing thanks to my concierge, without a doubt I would return to this beautiful ci...read more

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Spectacular true taste of Cartagena
November 25, 2019
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Cindy was an absolute pleasure during Bites of Cartagena, sharing not only delectable local foods but also deeply engaging and fun stories, facts and recommendations throughout the city. She excee...read more

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Great Experience!
November 11, 2019
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We had a great time with Manny and Cindy. It was raining so they changed it from a walking to riding tour. We tasted many things, including pork belly, shrimp cocktail and local sweets. We ended at...read more

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Excelente servicio!
July 16, 2019
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Sin duda cartagena es una Ciudad mágica, nací aquí y me crié en otro país, decidí experimentar los sabores de Cartagena al llegar, y reservé con Concierge Cartagena. Quien nos realizó el tour fue M...read more

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Nice combination of food and history
April 22, 2019
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Did a 3 hour tour that was excellent. Emmanuel was our guide and was very knowledgeable about both the history of Cartagena and food. It was a walking tour of the walled city that visited a numbe...read more

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