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Get the max out of your trip to Cartagena. Enjoy one of our hand-picked Food Tours with the local expert of your choice.

Food tours in Cartagena

Get the max out of your trip to Cartagena. Enjoy one of our hand-picked Food Tours with the local expert of your choice.

Food tours in Cartagena

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Top food tours in Cartagena

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    Portrait from local Andrea  - Nice Host with cultural background and best spots in Colombia
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    The 10 Tastings of Cartagena

    190 reviews
    3 hours | Food tours | Cartagena

    Ready to taste the best food in Cartagena? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Cartagena.

    €51.47 per person
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    Portrait from local Wendys - CARTAGENA HISTORY, CULTURE AND GASTRONOMY!!
    Portrait from local Andrea  - Nice Host with cultural background and best spots in Colombia
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    Culinary Kickstart Tour: Cartagena

    147 reviews
    2.5 hours | Food tours | Cartagena

    The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Cartagena through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Cartagena satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.

    €58.82 per person
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  • Wendys

    CARTAGENA HISTORY, CULTURE AND GASTRONOMY!!

    99 reviews
    English・Español・Português
  • Andrea

    Nice Host with cultural background and best spots in Colombia

    48 reviews
    English・Español
  • Karen

    I won't only be your guide, I will also be another friend in my city

    43 reviews
    English・Español

Private food tours with locals in Cartagena

Our locals will give you the best experiences that Cartagena has to offer

  • The 10 Tastings of Cartagena
    Andrea  - Nice Host with cultural background and best spots in Colombia
    Karen - I won't only be your guide, I will also be another friend in my city
    Choose your local

    The 10 Tastings of Cartagena

    4.9
    190 reviews
    3 hours • Food tours
    from €51.47 per person
  • Culinary Kickstart Tour: Cartagena
    Wendys - CARTAGENA HISTORY, CULTURE AND GASTRONOMY!!
    Andrea  - Nice Host with cultural background and best spots in Colombia
    Choose your local

    Culinary Kickstart Tour: Cartagena

    4.9
    147 reviews
    2.5 hours • Food tours
    from €58.82 per person
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Why is Withlocals the best place to book a tour?

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.



Private & personalized food tours in Cartagena with a local

When you visit a city like Cartagena, one of the best ways to really get to know it is through its food. A private food tour with a local guide is like having a friend show you all the best places to eat, the spots only locals know about.

Picture this: a local foodie taking you to the hidden gems of Cartagena, from the tastiest street food to cozy restaurants serving up the best traditional dishes. Whether you're into sampling street food, exploring local markets, or dining at off-the-beaten-path spots, your guide will create a tour that's all about enjoying the true flavors of Cartagena.

The best part? These food tours are just for you. No big crowds, no fixed menus – it's all about what you want to taste and experience. Whether you're snapping photos of colorful dishes, learning the stories behind the food, or simply savoring each bite, the tour moves at your pace.

And it's not just about the city. You can also take a day trip to nearby areas, where you can visit vineyards, farms, or coastal towns to enjoy fresh, local specialties. If you're new to Cartagena, start with a food tour that gives you a taste of everything – it's like a friendly introduction to the city's best bites, guided by someone who knows every delicious corner.

So, when you're in Cartagena, skip the touristy spots. Take a private food tour and discover the real flavors that make Cartagena special. Get ready to eat like a local and make your trip truly memorable!

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  • The 10 Tastings of Cartagena

    4.9
    · 190 reviews
    From€51.47/person
    Andrea  - Nice Host with cultural background and best spots in Colombia
    +2
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    Travelers love our locals

    Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

    • 5.0

      Excellent experience

      "Wendy was an excellent private food tour guide. She was very knowledgeable, friendly and easy to talk to. The places we stopped at were local and delicious. Thank you."

      local Wendys
      guest Sarah
      SarahAbout local WendysCartagena, August 2, 2026
    • 5.0

      10/10 would recommend

      "Wendy is amazing! The food os delicious. The knowledge was amazing! Lots of eating! Lots of learning! Lots of fun! "

      local Wendys
      guest Carmen
      CarmenAbout local WendysCartagena, June 23, 2026
    • 5.0

      Fantastic Day of Tasty Food!

      "We had an amazing tour from Wendy! We tried so many delicious foods! We had so many Colombian treats, all were amazing and delicious. Wendy was a great host and made our visit to Colombia so delightful! I loved the opportunity to taste the local fruits that we had never seen! She was very receptive and responsive to what we wanted to try! Highest recommendation to anyone who wants to taste the flavors of Colombia!"

      local Wendys
      guest Mitch
      MitchAbout local WendysCartagena, February 25, 2026
    • 5.0

      Highlight of Cartegena

      "My wife and I recently did the 3-Hour, 10-Foods Tour in Cartagena and it was one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide, Karen, was outstanding — her knowledge of Cartagena and Colombia was incredible, and she shared so many interesting stories and insights along the way. The food tastings she selected were excellent and gave us a great variety of authentic local flavors. Every stop felt carefully chosen and really showed off the best of Cartagena’s food scene. The pace was perfect for a 3-hour tour, and we left full, happy, and feeling like we learned a lot about the city and its culture. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cartagena — and if you can, ask for Karen as your guide. It was a fantastic experience!"

      local Karen
      guest Ritch
      RitchAbout local KarenCartagena, February 24, 2026
    • 5.0

      Indulged in local food, history & culture

      "We booked the 3hr 10 tastings tour with Karen before we knew the weather forecast - torrential rain for 2 full days, totally flooded streets. Despite this Karen arrived full of smiles and positivity. We were treated to freshly baked jam filled breads (bakery was rammed out of the door but we went straight to the front), then freshly made (right in front of us) sweets. A 1mim walk to the next treat, Patacones, topped with big wedge of cheese. You MUST try in with the coriander sauce. Across the road, the street vendor pulled us up some chairs and we had a seafood cocktail. I don’t have enough space to describe all the delicious tastings but there were 10, including local beers in a very local setting. All the vendors were incredibly friendly and accommodating. But to compliment this Karen shared her vast knowledge of local culture and history, as a local herself. We wandered through several districts and two of the tastings were actually in people’s homes! I can’t stress enough how much this made what was a very wet and somewhat disappointing few days in Cartagena into a trip with wonderful memories. Thank you Karen you are clearly a foody and love your city, as now do we! Vikki & David"

      local Karen
      guest Victoria
      VictoriaAbout local KarenCartagena, February 4, 2026
    • 5.0

      Exception tour

      "Andrea was an exceptional local tour guide in Cartagena. From the very beginning, her communication was clear, friendly, and professional, which made planning effortless. Her knowledge of the local culture and history added real depth to the experience, and she shared it in a way that was engaging and easy to appreciate. Most importantly, Andrea made us feel completely at ease throughout the tour. We truly enjoyed our time with her and would not hesitate to book her again. Highly recommended."

      local Andrea
      guest Thomas
      ThomasAbout local Andrea Cartagena, February 1, 2026
    • 5.0

      Karen was the absolute best

      "Karen was beyond amazing. She answered all of our questions, navigated us to places we would have never gotten to on our own, and of course introduced us to so many delicious dishes!! It was a perfect introduction for our week in Cartagena and really empowered us with knowledge and the layout of the city to guide the rest of our time. I'm still thinking about that shrimp cocktail and we did go back a second time to get more of the Arepa de huevos and that ahi salsa after the tour. I highly recommend Karen for your tour!!! "

      local Karen
      guest Amanda
      AmandaAbout local KarenCartagena, January 30, 2026
    • 5.0

      Wonderful tour—Excellent Guide

      "Cartagena is a beautiful city and this is a great way to experience it! We only had one day here, as we were on a cruise, so we wanted to make the most of it. This tour allowed us to explore the city and also taste the local delicacies. Karen is a wonderful guide with a wealth of knowledge on the history of the city and its food offerings. She and her helper, Valentina, expertly ushered our group of 15 through the city. We had a tight timeline to get back to our ship and they made sure we finished with plenty of time. The portions of food were much more than we expected. Full size, not bites. I would not hesitate to book this tour—you will be delighted! "

      local Karen
      guest Megan
      MeganAbout local KarenCartagena, January 2, 2026
    • 5.0

      Fun Day in Cartegena!

      "My family and I had a wonderful time with Wendy on this culinary adventure!! We tried a large variety of foods and drinks popular in Cartagena. Our favorite stop had to be a local fruit stand where we tried numerous tropical fruits grown in Columbia. Wendy was an amazing guide who radiated so much love for her country, family, and local cuisine!!"

      local Wendys
      guest Tim
      TimAbout local WendysCartagena, January 1, 2026
    • 5.0

      Fantastic guide - highly recommend

      "We had an absolute fabulous time with Wendy! Her english was great, and we thoroughly enjoyed each of the 10 tastings. She was also great at making dinner recommendations and sharing about her experience in Columbia. Highly recommend using Wendy for the 10 tastings tour! "

      local Wendys
      guest Lindsey
      LindseyAbout local WendysCartagena, October 21, 2025