Colombia · FOOD & DRINK
The coast eats coconut rice, Medellín eats a bandeja the size of a tray, and Bogotá puts cheese in the hot chocolate. The 15 below cover the tastings, the market walks and the long lunches, priced and paced.
Join a small group of up to 10 with guides such as Natalia, Santiago, Martin, or Melina. Travel by metro, cable car, and bus to Comuna 13 for coffee, street art, a dance show, an arepa, local stories, and a drink with city views.
“excellent! the best part was the rapper at comuna 13 very talented and entertaining I laugh a lot”
Walk Comuna 13 with local guides such as Mateo, Jorge, Alex, and Esteban, hearing firsthand stories of its difficult past and recent change. Taste empanadas and mango with lime, visit galleries and viewpoints, ride the famous escalators, and catch a rap or breakdance show during this three-hour tour.
“It was amazing to visit the Comuna 13 with a guide who can explain you the history behind the evolution of this commune so full of life and beauty. Jorge was the best guide we’ve had in 1 month visiting Colombia ! Full of energy, knowledge and pedagogical. Gracias Jorge mejor guia !”
Meet beneath the orange umbrella at Plaza Cervantes for a 150-minute walking tour through Cartagena and Getsemaní. Guides such as Alvaro, Robert, Liz, Mercedes, and Nando lead you to nine generous tastings, from arepas and ceviche to sweets, coffee, beer, and local drinks, with history along the way.
“This tour is a wonderful way to learn about the history of Cartagena while enjoying authentic Colombian food. I had an awesome time. Our tour guide Alvaro R. was very welcoming and kind. He explained everything perfectly and was open to questions. I highly recommend this tour. 10/10 experience made even better by our tour guide.”
Spend four hours visiting Medellín sites tied to Pablo Escobar, from a neighborhood mural and Montesacro Cemetery to Inflexión Park and the rooftop where he died. An English or Spanish-speaking guide such as Alejandro, Johnny, Juan, or Alejo leads the route, with transport, beer, or water included.
“My tour guide Camilo was very knowledgeable on the history of Pablo Escobar. He also told us some personal stories which made it personable. The transportation vehicle was air conditioned which was a plus. I left this tour knowing a lot more than I did coming in. Thank you!”
Meet your English-speaking guide at La Perseverancia Market for four hours of Colombian food, fruit, coffee, history, and tejo. You’ll try ajiaco, lechona, tamales, buñuelos, chicha, coca tea, and more in a group capped at eight. Guides such as Andrés, Juliana, Jenny, and Juli are known for lively local insight.
“We loved our guide, Juliana. The food and drinks were great and we also enjoyed learning a little about the history of the area. We were very appreciative of other options we were given when we told her we didn’t drink coffee or beer. I highly recommend it!”
Join a bilingual guide such as Santiago or Brayan for a three-hour walk through El Poblado. Try five Colombian street foods, hear local stories, view street art, and visit a rooftop with wide city views. Come hungry, wear sturdy shoes, and budget extra for drinks.
“The guide, Santiago, was enthusiastic to share his expertise and made the tour enjoyable and fun. He was also flexible and understanding when we ran late, and went ahead to get food from a place before they closed. He is great and an asset to the organisation!”
At Cafe-472 in Cartagena, a barista such as Tomas, Santiago, Pedro, or Arturo guides you from coffee seed to cup. You’ll smell aromas, taste fruit and chocolate, compare Chemex, V60, and siphon brews, and learn how to judge specialty coffee in English or Spanish.
“Pedro the barista was fabulous. He explained everything thoroughly and had your gas and try to really understand the concept of real coffee between fake coffee. Overall, it’s been the best experience I had as a coffee workshop where I’ve attended to others but this one was so hands-on and very authentically planned and everything that was used was top quality even something I was introduced to as a new third generation coffee method. It’s not just one there are several techniques in the filters. He explains everything in detail. What is it and why it is used.. Overall, I highly recommend for you to attend this workshop. It was…”
Spend two hours at Lunático with hosts trained by Rummelier Renato Molo. Taste 8 to 10 Colombian spirits, pair them with premium chocolate, learn tasting methods, and mix your own rum cocktail. English and Spanish sessions meet in Getsemaní, with Castillo San Felipe in view.
“The information provided by Luz was really insightful and they were very generous with their pours of the rum. I wish there was more chocolate as it definitely felt like more of a rum tour with chocolate as a side. Loved the environment and appreciated the experience!”
Spend three hours tasting Colombian craft beer with an English-speaking guide such as Melissa, Cristian, or Camila. Start with Tapazo, learn how Colonial, Republican, and Modern Colombia shaped beer, then visit Huitaca, Manigua, Medellin, a mini-brewery bar, and a final beer stop.
“Melissa was an incredible guide. Offered great information about the history and trajectory of beer. We were able to have traditional chicha, and venture to lovely places throughout. The craft beer was just incredible. Don’t hesitate!!”
Join Aeroturex for a four-hour Medellín night out with a live DJ, guide, local beer, empanadas, arepas, and a final restaurant tasting. Mateo and Juan have hosted past departures. Expect dancing, photo stops, Provenza, the Golden Mile, and the illuminated 4 Sur Bridge.
“Amazing time on the party bus. We learned popular dances and the guide was very nice.”
Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide at Café Matuca for a two-hour lesson on Colombian coffee, from cultivation and processing to brewing. You will test acidity and aroma, taste coffee-based sweets, sample tintos, compare brewing methods, and make your own cup. Rene, the café owner, may lead the session.
“This activity is very educational, fun and tasty. I learned many new things about coffee. Also I experienced new tastes of coffee which I wouldn't have imagined before. After this tasting I found a new appreciation for coffee and I will change my coffee habits. I did this experience on my own and I felt right at home with the friendly owner and staff. If you're doubting whether to do it or not, do it!”
Join Juan or Andrés for a two-hour walk through central Cali, tasting pandebono, empanadas, marranitas, and two scoops of inventive ice cream. Along the way, explore murals, old streets, a community-run house, and La Linterna’s historic printing machines.
“More than a Food tour a Cali experience you get food culture small salsa lesson excellent Money spent”
Join Maria, Camila, or Camilla for a 2.5-hour food walk through Parque El Poblado, Calle 10, Calle Cartagena, and Manila. Expect generous tastings of Colombian staples, exotic fruit, coffee, drinks, desserts, and regional dishes, with cultural context at every stop. The group is capped at 10 people.
“This was a great experience and introduction into the food and drinks of Medellin and Colombia. Camila was such a friendly and knowledgeable guide and provided lots of great recommendations for other restaurants and activities to try later in our stay. Highly recommend this tour, you will not go hungry!”
Join Juan or another local guide for a two-hour walking food tour through central Cali. Try pandebono, empanadas, champús, lulo drinks, shaved ice, tropical fruit, and more, with stops at murals, salsa sites, artisan shops, and family-run food businesses.
“I recently had the pleasure of taking one of the best local tours I’ve ever experienced. Not only did I learn about the diverse local cuisines, but I also gained a deep appreciation for Cali’s rich and vibrant history. My guide was incredibly personable and friendly, making the experience even more enjoyable. This tour is absolutely worth it!”
Spend three hours at Bogotá’s Paloquemao Market with a guide such as María, Juana, Nico, or Sara. Taste unusual Colombian fruits, cheese breads, empanadas, coffee, juices, and local snacks while learning how to choose and prepare produce. The tour is private, starts and ends at the market, and includes breakfast, water, and a souvenir.
“Nico did an amazing job educating us on the foods at the market. Showed us the flower market. The fruit tasting was a 5+ star. He is so friendly and nice.”
Pick a coastline, a mural or a coffee farm.
