Private tour in Cartagena Wendy S

Express Street Food Tour in Cartagena

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Wendy S.

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I enjoy connecting with people, whether they're long-time friends or new acquaintances. As an outgoing person, I love exploring new things, including different cultures, languages, and cuisines. Meeting you would truly be a pleasure! I became a Licensed Guide after studying Tourism for a couple of years in Colombia's National Learning Service and I was privileged to study English for half a decade in the Colombo-American Institute. I’m passionate about my work and take pride in showcasing the beauty of my city, its rich culture, and its delicious gastronomy. As a local guide, I aim to make visitors feel at home, like they’re catching up with an old friend. I strive to be among the best because I know how much a memorable tour can enhance the experience of discovering a new place. My city is a warm and welcoming place, and I’d love to share it with you!!

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Overview of your Cartagena tour

Discover Cartagena's soul through its most authentic flavours. I'll take you through vibrant streets where you’ll get to savour the local delicacies that residents love. Get ready to enjoy a variety of traditional dishes that blend Afro-Caribbean heritage with coastal flair: arepas de huevo stuffed with meat & egg, patacones topped with queso costeño & unique sides, plus for a sweet touch: cocadas, panderitos & other traditional treats. Moreover, you'll even get to try a fresh sea-food cocktail that captures the essence of the ocean. As you savour every bit, I'll tell you the stories; traditions behind each dish, only known by those truly passionate about Cartagena’s cultural richness. This tour is not just a culinary journey, it’s an immersion into Cartagena’s vibrant lifestyle, with stops at local places, lively plazas; hidden corners full of history. That's why it's perfect for food lovers, adventurers; cultural explorers. Come hungry for flavors, culture because we'll visit 10 local spots!

Recent Reviews

Tyler O.Canada
July 2026

Wendy is an ace food guide for anyone looking for the authentic flavours of Cartagena. It wasn’t just the variety of local cuisines she showcased for us. But she took the time to integrate culture and history into our time together, and enthusiastically answered all our questions. Wendy comes with a delightful presence, and the highest standards for the local vendors and establishments she’ll show you. After the visit to the esteemed “little rubber tree” we returned each day before departing Cartagena. And we can’t forget the moments we spent taste-testing a cornucopia of fruits we’ve never before encountered in North America. From a practical perspective, the tour included a good mix of outdoor locations as well as places with some AC/bathrooms. Excellent adventure.

Merwyn M.United States
March 2026

Wendy, thank you, thank you, thank you. We had a great time. I felt like I was part of your family visiting from out of town and you were showing us the sites. Great job.

Marc L.United States
March 2026

Wendy is everything you could want in a guide: knowledgeable, friendly, multilingual.

Lyndsay B.United States
January 2026

I recently booked Wendy to take myself and a group of friends around Cartagena, combing her food tour and historical walking tour to create a full day exploring the city. I can not recommend Wendy enough. She took the time to find out about our group and the things that interested us and designed our tour to be perfect for us. She was knowledgeable and friendly and the food tastings were generous and delicious. We learnt so much about the city and its food and also greatly enjoyed Wendy’s company and the information she shared with us.

Brendan B.United States
September 2025

What a fascinating tour through Old Cartagena and the food and culture of this beautiful city. Wendy was an amazing host, taking us to little stores and stalls, sharing the local street food and mood of Columbia. She gave us a cultural, historical, and gastronomic introduction to Columbia on our first trip to South America! Wendy walked us at a leisurely pace to shady eating spots under spreading rubber trees and nice breezes. Oh, did I mention the food! Cheeses and sweets and seafood and breads, yum. Finished off with some local beers in a cantina with salsa music playing. Wendy was a great guide and fun and obviously enjoyed meeting folks from far lands.

Your Cartagena tour itinerary

·Once we've gathered by the Clock Tower, we will go to Palito de Caucho, a traditional local food venue, where we'll taste the typical dish Patacón con Queso. ·Next, we'll visit the Sweet Portal, a local venue we'll try local candies and sweets made with different fruits and brown sugar. ·Afterwards, we'll visit Simon Bolivar Park and maybe even enjoy a refreshing lemonade! ·We'll then head to Mr Bono Bakery to try their special bono bread! ·Later, we'll pass by a Seafood place to try either a yummy ceviche or a cocktail! ·We'll then try some fruits from a local vendor! ·Next, we'll try some local beers in a small bar. ·Then it's on to Disilvio to enjoy a 100% Colombian coffee. ·Afterwards, we'll visit a family home to enjoy an Arepa de Huevo! ·At last, we'll visit one last family home to try bolis, a local sweet treat.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking tour.

What's included
Private Guide
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, 130001, Colombia

We shall meet at the Principal Gate of the Clock Tower to then begin our journey of tastings at multiple food stalls.

Other details
Tour categories
Food And Drink
Off The Beaten Path
Art And Culture
History
Tour reference number
1400010
Languages
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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