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Food Lover’s Guide to Cartagena
From its colorful architecture to its flavorful cuisine, Cartagena is full of vibrancy. The cuisine of this historic Colombian city draws on its coastal location, and menus are full of fresh seafood. Here are a few foods and activities that hungry visitors won’t want to miss.
Must-Try Dishes
Cartagena is known for its fresh food, from tropical fruits and juices to seafood. Sample street food such as arepa de huevo, cornmeal patties stuffed with egg; or dine on classic ceviche, fresh raw seafood with citrus and a touch of heat. Keep cool with frozen treats called paletas, popsicles made with fresh fruit and cream, milk, or water, or sip fresh fruit juices such as watermelon juice (jugo de sandia) and coconut limeade (limonada de coco).
Must-Do Experiences
- Discover Cartagena on foot with a street-food-focused tour led by a local guide.
- Explore fresh local produce at the Bazurto Market with a guided tour.
- Climb aboard a boat for a scenic cruise to the Rosario Islands. Complete the experience with a lunch feast of fried whole red snapper and coconut rice.
- Taste the best ceviche in the city with a tour focused on this popular seafood dish. Learn about how it’s made and visit restaurants where ceviche is the specialty.
Bazurto Market Tour and Cooking Class in Cartagena
Learn to cook traditional Colombian food during this half-day class in Cartagena. Shop at a local open-air market with your chef/instructor, who will guide you in selecting ingredients for the dishes. In a local family's kitchen, try your hand at making dishes such as empanadas, coconut rice and others; then feast on your work. Round-trip transportation from Cartagena hotels or a central downtown meeting point is included.
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USD115.39
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Street Food Tour of Cartagena
Joining a food tour is a fun alternative to a typical city walking tour and a great way to learn about culture in Cartagena. Come hungry for a tour that gives you a taste of Cartagena’s street food specialties, like fried plantain pancakes, empanadas, or ceviche. As you snack your way through the city, your guide shares insight into Colombian culture and takes you to parts of Cartagena you might overlook exploring on your own.
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USD70.00
Price varies by group size
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USD70.00
Price varies by group size
Cartagena Local Market Tour
Many tourists only focus on Cartagena Old Town during their vacation and miss out on the hidden gems that lie further afield. Opt for a local experience on a tour of Bazurto Market, which sells exotic produce and local delicacies that aren’t served in restaurants aimed at tourists. You’ll have the chance to interact with locals and sample dishes such as stewed fish and coconut rice. Plus, convenient hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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USD60.00
Price varies by group size
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USD60.00
Price varies by group size
Cartagena Local Market Tour and Cooking Class
Learn how to prepare a traditional Colombian meal in Cartagena from a local chef during this cooking class. Before hitting the kitchen, visit the local market of Bazurto to explore the regional produce and to purchase ingredients for the meal. From there, you’ll head to a family home to prepare the Colombian dishes.
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USD104.00
Price varies by group size
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USD104.00
Price varies by group size
Cartagena Private Tour to Popular Market (BAZURTO) with cooking class
Savor the unexpected flavors of Cartagena during this 4-hour combination food tour and cooking class. Experience the explosion of exotic fruits, seafood, and local cuisine for sale at the city market during an optional excursion. Then head to a local home in the village of La Boquilla to prepare a mouthwatering meal with your hosts.
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USD154.00
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