{"product_id":"private-street-food-tour-cartagena","title":"Cartagena Private Street Food Tour: Authentic Flavors in the Walled City","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose this private street food tour in Cartagena if you want to explore the city’s local food culture with a local guide, six included tastings, and a walking route through areas such as Matuna and the Walled City.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThis is a good fit for travelers who want to taste traditional Caribbean flavors, understand local food stories, and experience Cartagena beyond the usual restaurant scene.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCartagena Food Culture through Local Tastings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCartagena’s food culture is shaped by Caribbean ingredients, African influence, coastal traditions, tropical fruits, street vendors, and everyday local rituals. This private food tour introduces you to that world through a guided walking route with tastings selected along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLed by a local guide, the experience may explore areas such as Matuna and the Walled City, combining food, history, local expressions, and practical tips for understanding what Cartageneros actually eat. You will taste six regional specialties that may include tropical fruits, shrimp ceviche, bollo limpio, arepa de huevo, empanadas, coconut water, Colombian tinto coffee, or traditional desserts, depending on the season and availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is a private tour, the pace is more flexible than a shared group experience. The guide can adapt the rhythm, explain how to order like a local, answer questions about Cartagena’s food scene, and share recommendations for restaurants, bars, nightlife, or casual places to visit later during your stay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Private walking food tour in Cartagena.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Local guide available in English, Spanish, or Portuguese, according to availability and confirmed language.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Six included food or drink tastings selected along the route.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Possible tastings may include tropical fruits, shrimp ceviche, bollo limpio, arepa de huevo, empanadas, coconut water, Colombian tinto coffee, and regional desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cultural context about Cartagena’s street food, local ingredients, and Caribbean food traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Personalized local recommendations for restaurants, bars, nightlife, or additional food stops after the tour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNot included:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-times-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Transportation to or from the meeting point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-times-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Additional food, drinks, snacks, or tastings beyond the six included stops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-times-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Alcoholic beverages unless specifically confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-times-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Tips, personal purchases, or souvenirs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSchedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable days:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monday to Saturday, subject to guide availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended morning start:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11:00 AM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended afternoon start:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3:40 PM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeeting point:\u003c\/strong\u003e The meeting point is inside the Walled City and is confirmed after booking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoute:\u003c\/strong\u003e The route may include the Walled City, Matuna, and nearby local food areas, depending on the day’s operation, vendor availability, weather, and guide recommendations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ci class=\"fak fa-calendar-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Tastings, route order, vendors, food availability, and timing may vary depending on season, local opening hours, weather, holidays, vendor operation, and dietary needs shared in advance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePrivate tour:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a private food tour for your group, subject to the minimum participant requirement and guide availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMinimum participants:\u003c\/strong\u003e A minimum of 2 participants is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guides may be available in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Please confirm your preferred language when booking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDietary restrictions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please let us know in advance if you have allergies, vegetarian preferences, seafood restrictions, gluten concerns, or any dietary limitation. Same-day changes may be difficult to accommodate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVegetarian options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetarian options may be available when requested in advance, but the exact tastings may vary depending on vendor availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFood availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tour includes six tastings, but specific items may change depending on season, freshness, local operation, or vendor schedules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWalking route:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a walking food tour through active city areas. Guests should be comfortable walking outdoors in Cartagena’s heat and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat to bring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring water, sun protection, comfortable shoes, and light clothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCash for extras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six tastings are included. Bring Colombian pesos in cash if you want to buy extra food, drinks, tips, or personal purchases along the route.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMeeting point:\u003c\/strong\u003e The meeting point is inside the Walled City and will be confirmed after booking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCancellation policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before the scheduled activity start time. Late cancellations, late arrivals, and no-shows may be non-refundable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a private food tour?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is a private food tour for your group, subject to the minimum participant requirement and guide availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many tastings are included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tour includes a curated selection of local food and drink tastings selected along the route. The exact number and type of tastings may vary depending on the season, vendor availability, group preferences, and dietary restrictions shared in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat foods might we try?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossible tastings may include tropical fruits, shrimp ceviche, bollo limpio, arepa de huevo, empanadas, coconut water, Colombian tinto coffee, and regional desserts. The final selection depends on availability and the guide’s route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere does the tour take place?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe route may include areas such as the Walled City, Matuna, and nearby local food streets. The exact route may vary depending on weather, vendor schedules, and guide recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the tour suitable for vegetarians?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegetarian options may be available when requested in advance. Please let us know before the tour so the guide can adapt the tastings when possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan you accommodate food allergies?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome dietary restrictions may be accommodated if shared in advance, but cross-contact can be possible in street food environments. Guests with severe allergies should contact us before booking so we can review suitability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat languages are available?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tour may be available in English, Spanish, or Portuguese, according to guide availability. Please confirm your preferred language when booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does the tour last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tour lasts approximately 2 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to bring cash?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix tastings are included, but bringing Colombian pesos in cash is recommended for extra food, drinks, tips, or personal purchases along the route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat should I wear?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear comfortable shoes and light clothing. Bring sun protection and water, especially for the late morning tour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Juan Ballena","offers":[{"title":"No \/ English","offer_id":43067024769263,"sku":"Street Food Tour INGLES","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Portugues","offer_id":43856323576047,"sku":"Street food tour PORTUGUES","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Español","offer_id":43856323608815,"sku":"Street food tour ESPAÑOL","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ English","offer_id":43067024802031,"sku":"SOLO Street Food Tour INGLES","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Portugues","offer_id":43856323641583,"sku":"Street food tour PORTUGUES","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Español","offer_id":43856323674351,"sku":"SOLO Street food tour ESPAÑOL","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1164\/9110\/products\/Street-food-tour-cartagena.jpg?v=1724966308","url":"https:\/\/www.juanballena.com\/products\/private-street-food-tour-cartagena","provider":"Juan Ballena | Travel Experiences in Cartagena","version":"1.0","type":"link"}