Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour

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Location

Bogota

Duration

4 hours

Group size

Max 10 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible

Language

English, Spanish

Location

Bogota

Duration

4 hours

Group size

Max 10 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible

Language

English, Spanish

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•616 reviews

US$48.03 per guest

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Discover the rich diversity of Colombian cuisine in Bogotá’s historic La Candelaria. On this walking tour, you’ll visit 7 carefully selected spots, each offering a unique dish from a different region of the country. From family-owned eateries to vibrant market stalls, you’ll taste authentic flavors like ajiaco, aborrajado, carimañolas, and more. Along the way, connect with locals, learn about Colombia’s cultural heritage, and enjoy storytelling that brings each dish to life. The tour is flexible; venues may change depending on weather, availability, or city events, ensuring a fresh and personalized experience every time. We accommodate vegetarian and vegan preferences; just let your guide know. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and allow extra time for traffic to reach the meeting point. Come hungry; this tour feels like lunch and dinner in one!

Snacks

Food tastings at 7 different stops Small samples of traditional dishes from various Colombian regions.

Cultural storytelling Insights into the meaning and origin of each dish.

Walking tour through La Candelaria Explore Bogotá’s historic center on foot.

Local bilingual guide Knowledgeable in Colombian culture, history, and gastronomy.

Bottled water

Drinks Not included. Travelers should bring a water bottle or purchase drinks at the meeting point.

Private transportation

Transportation The tour is entirely walking. No hotel pickup or transport is included unless arranged for an extra fee.

Meals

Full meals The tour offers small tastings, not full plates.

Personal expenses Any additional purchases made during the tour are not covered.

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The Cranky Croc Hostel

Meeting Point & End Point: Inside The Cranky Croc Hostel Transportation: Walking tour only – no hotel pickup unless arranged for an extra fee

Meeting Point & End Point: Inside The Cranky Croc Hostel Transportation: Walking tour only – no hote…

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The Cranky Croc Hostel

⚠️ Important Note: The itinerary may vary depending on weather, restaurant availability, and the guide’s judgment. We work with multiple local partners, so some stops may be replaced with equally authentic alternatives. The order of the stops is not fixed.

⚠️ Important Note: The itinerary may vary depending on weather, restaurant availability, and the gui…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Di Amato - Chocolatería & Gastrobar

️ Sample Itinerary (subject to change): Di Amato: Carimañolas (coastal fritters) Start with a taste of Colombia’s Caribbean coast in this cozy spot near La Candelaria.

️ Sample Itinerary (subject to change): Di Amato: Carimañolas (coastal fritters) Start with a taste…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

María Tomasa - Comida Caribe

María Tomasa: Colombian-style ceviche Discover a refreshing twist on ceviche with local ingredients and bold coastal flavors.

María Tomasa: Colombian-style ceviche Discover a refreshing twist on ceviche with local ingredients…

25 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Plaza De Mercado La Concordia

Plaza de la Concordia: Obleas with arequipe Visit a traditional market and try this sweet snack loved across Colombia.

Plaza de la Concordia: Obleas with arequipe Visit a traditional market and try this sweet snack love…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Panaderia Donde el flaco

Donde el Flaco (Chorro de Quevedo): Tamal tolimense Taste this rich and flavorful dish from Tolima, served in a local favorite near the city’s oldest square.

Donde el Flaco (Chorro de Quevedo): Tamal tolimense Taste this rich and flavorful dish from Tolima,…

25 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Restaurante Fulanitos Candelaria

Fulanitos Candelaria: Aborrajado caleño End with a sweet and savory plantain dish from Valle del Cauca, full of flavor and tradition.

Fulanitos Candelaria: Aborrajado caleño End with a sweet and savory plantain dish from Valle del Cau…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Carbón d leña Parrilla tradicional colombiana

Carbón de Leña: Mamona (grilled beef from the plains) Savor this traditional dish from the Orinoquía region, full of smoky flavor and cultural depth.

Carbón de Leña: Mamona (grilled beef from the plains) Savor this traditional dish from the Orinoquía…

40 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

La PUERTA de la CATEDRAL

La Puerta de la Catedral: Ajiaco santafereño Enjoy Bogotá’s signature soup, a hearty Andean dish served in a historic restaurant.

La Puerta de la Catedral: Ajiaco santafereño Enjoy Bogotá’s signature soup, a hearty Andean dish ser…

Meeting Point

The Cranky Croc Hostel, Calle 12d, Bogotá, Colombia, CO, 111711

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Meeting Point: The Cranky Croc Hostel Cl. 12d #3-56, La Candelaria, Bogotá, Colombia How to meet your guide: Once you arrive at the hostel, please go inside to the reception desk and let them know you're here for the Bogotá Food Experience tour. Your guide will meet you there and begin the tour.

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This experience ends at the meeting point.

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Georgina_VAugust 2026 • Viator

Highly recommended

The tour was very comprehensive and the guide Nick was very attentive to every detail. The only thing to improve would be to add some tropical fruit tasting.

Response from ViatorAugust 26, 2026

¡Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaste el tour y que Nick estuvo atento a todos los detalles durante la experiencia. Le haremos llegar tus amables palabras 😊 También apreciamos mucho tu sugerencia sobre incluir una degustación de frutas tropicales. Colombia tiene una increíble variedad de frutas y comentarios como el tuyo nos ayudan a seguir mejorando nuestros recorridos. Gracias por acompañarnos y esperamos volver a recibirte pronto en Bogotá 🇨🇴✨ Fredy

M_NAugust 2026 • Viator

Nat was an amazing guide...

Nat was an amazing guide and told us lots about Bogotá and Colombia as well as the food. It's was a great chance to try delicious food but also to see places around la Candelaria you wouldn't otherwise know we're there as well as the well known spots. Come very hungry because you'll be absolutely stuffed afterwards.

Response from ViatorAugust 11, 2026

Hi!Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed not only the food but also the stories, culture, and hidden corners of La Candelaria. One of our goals is to help travelers experience Bogotá beyond the typical tourist route, combining local flavors with the history, traditions, and everyday life of Colombia.Thank you as well for highlighting Natalia's work. Sharing our city through food and storytelling is exactly what we love to do. And yes... arriving hungry is always a very good idea! 🍽️🇨🇴😄 We hope to welcome you again on another Colombian adventure soon. Fredy 🇨🇴☕🍽️

circusgurlJuly 2026 • TripAdvisor

A nice introduction

This was a great food tour with lots of walking and a little bit of history. By the end we couldn’t finish the food. One question for the operator, Nat took photos, can she send them to us? I tried calling but no answer.

Response from ViatorJuly 21, 2026

Hi 😊Thank you very much for joining us and for taking the time to share your experience! We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that you left with a full stomach 😊🍽️🇨🇴 We'd be happy to send you the photos Natalia took during the experience. We will contact her and send them to you as soon as possible. Thank you again for exploring Bogotá with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Colombia in the future. Warm regards.

Passenger711868July 2026 • TripAdvisor

Great Tour, Great Guide!

Fredy was well-informed on many topics related to Bogota/Colombia life. Her shared the stories in an interesting way that held our attention. We’d recommend him to anyone.

Response from ViatorJuly 06, 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊 It was a real pleasure sharing Bogotá and Colombia with you through our food, culture, and stories. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and found the journey through Colombian daily life, traditions, and gastronomy both interesting and engaging. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing The True Colombian Experience. We hope to welcome you back to Colombia for more authentic adventures in the future! 🇨🇴🍽️✨Fredy

Go420645July 2026 • TripAdvisor

Cool Cultural Cuisine in Columbia

Jacqueline was a wonderful guide and helped us understand the history of Columbian cuisine. Food choices were excellent. For the first time in Bogota it was a great way to get introduced to the city

Response from ViatorJuly 05, 2026

Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that Jacqueline helped bring Colombian cuisine and its history to life. We believe food is one of the best ways to understand a country's culture, and we're happy to know the tour was a great introduction to Bogotá and Colombia. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Jacqueline. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for more authentic Colombian experiences in the future! 🇨🇴😊