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Cartagena Culinary & nightlife

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Cartagena: Cruise by the Bay with Dinner and Wine

1. Cartagena: Cruise by the Bay with Dinner and Wine

Climb aboard a beautiful yacht and enjoy a 2-hour cruise along the calm waters of Cartagena Bay. Sit back and take in the amazing views of the colonial city from the water. Get a panoramic view of the palm-lined promenades of the upscale neighborhood of Bocagrande as you sail towards the lighthouse. Continue to the elegant district of Castillogrande, and then head back to the inner bay. Soak up the night views of the cruise ship port and residential neighborhoods of Manga and Getsemani. Continue back to the departure pier and enjoy breathtaking views of the old city at night. Enjoy a 3 or 4-course meal. Choose from a menu of seafood risotto, beef in wine sauce or noodles with beef, chicken or shrimp as your main dish. Relax to the sound of background music and experience the magic of the city after dark.

Cartagena: Cooking Experience with a Local Chef

2. Cartagena: Cooking Experience with a Local Chef

Located in Getsemaní, with beautiful views of the wall and Castillo de San Felipe, we deliver cooking experiences were people learn to cook, enjoy their own creations and most importantly live and share with others a wonderful experience. We have different menus depending on the day and time of the week. We go from local meals such as "Posta Cartagenera" to more regional dishes like Ceviches. It is a hands on experience, so you will expect to spend a great time where you are going to roll up your sleeves, put on an apron and cook, unleashing the Chef inside you. During the experience you will learn some cooking tips that will impress friends and family. At the end, we will sit down together, have a glass of wine/beer and enjoy our delicious food together!

Cartagena: Rosario Island and Mangroves Private Day Trip

3. Cartagena: Rosario Island and Mangroves Private Day Trip

Embark on a customized day trip from Cartagena and enjoy a trip to some of Colombia's famous sites and beautiful islands along the way. Leave Cartagena and travel to Baru Village and the Rosario Islands, and enjoy boating through the beautiful mangrove forests while trying to spot local wildlife. Enjoy the freedom of a customizable private tour and choose the stops you'd like to visit on the tour for a personalized experience catered to your group. Be picked up from your accommodation and travel by land to Baru Village, about an hour and fifteen minutes outside of the historic center of Cartagena. Start the tour with a visit to the Baru Village and enjoy a tasty traditional breakfast in the village, and visit Villa Bonga before leaving for the mangrove forest and Rosario Islands on the boat. Take the time to stop for a snorkeling activity in a coral reef environment. Stop at a local beach and have a welcome drink while resting on the beach. Enjoy a local lunch from 1-2 pm at a house in Baru before continuing the trip with a walking tour of the village and a visit to some of the village's handcrafters. Return to your hotel following the end of the tour at 3 pm.

Cartagena: Getsemaní Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks

4. Cartagena: Getsemaní Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks

Enjoy the Cartagena-style nightlife, with a bar tour through the most particular, local and popular places in the Getsemaní neighborhood, enjoying typical Colombian cocktails and drinks. This will be a night full of fun, with drinking games, quests and the opportunity to show your best steps in our Salsa or Champeta classes, you will also be accompanied by a local guide who will make sure you have the best night! In this place you will have a typical Colombian welcome cocktail that you will enjoy with the best view of the city. Also, we will have more games where you can win shots and other prizes. We will close the night by pleasing everyone, dancing in low light to the rhythm of Reggaeton, taking the forbidden steps with tropical music, salsa and merengue, singing the best rancheras out loud and transporting us on the terrace with the best techno. Lets party in Getsemani!

Cartagena: Best Street Food with Local Chef

5. Cartagena: Best Street Food with Local Chef

Discover the relaxed spirit of Cartagena with a tour designed for you to taste caribbean cuisine. This tour will allow you to visit and experience places that are not featured on conventional guides. Meet your local guide at the iconic Clock Tower to begin your route of the best local eats, and key sights of the city. During the morning, visit 9 street food spots, usually unnoticed by foreigners but worshiped by locals. Try original recipes while seeing some of the most important sights of the historic center such as the Plaza de la Paz, Plaza de los Autos, and Proclamation Square. Meet and greet the guardians of local culinary treasure and take home their secrets and recipes. You'll have a small-group experience with no more than 10 people on the tour. Benefit from personalized insider tips about what to do next in Cartagena historic center after the tour has finished. This experience is a blend of mouth-watering cuisine and wonderful local people, get ready to share your stories and be part of the conversation.

Cartagena: Walled City of Cartagena & Getsemani Private Tour

6. Cartagena: Walled City of Cartagena & Getsemani Private Tour

Explore the Walled City of Cartagena and the neighborhood of Getsemani on a private tour. Travel through Colombia's history as your guide takes you through the city's historic center. Savor Colombian staples with a tasting of traditional snacks in the hip Getsemani. The tour begins in Plaza de Bolívar, also known as Peace Square, by the clock tower. Travel. Enter a different century as you visit the Walled City of Cartegena's historic spots and attractions. Visit San Pedro Claver Square and see the walls and bastions bordering the sea. Hear how these fortifications were important in the 16th and 17th-centuries in defending the territory from enemy troops. While on the square, also admire San Pedro Claver Church and its Spanish Colonial architecture. Stroll through narrow streets and among old colonial heritage houses to then try some Caribbean Colombian food. Have the chance to enjoy 2 traditional snacks, arepa with egg (a fried corn-based tortilla with an egg inside) and raspao (a cup of shaved ice with a fruity syrup). Experience different sides of Cartagena and catch up with the locals in Getsemani. Get to know the city's culture, tradition, and diversity on this walking tour.

Excursion to Tierra Bomba Island

7. Excursion to Tierra Bomba Island

Experience the peace of Tierra Bomba Island. Walk along San Fernando beach. Marvel at the historic military San Fernando Fort. Sunbathe at the Playa Morena Beach club and make use of the facilities there. Enjoy an exquisite lunch. Go on an exciting speedboat ride. Arrive at the meeting point at Bodeguita dock at 8:00 AM. Meet the Playa Morena staff and pay the port tax. Enter the dock and wait for your departure. Leave for Bocachica on Tierrabomba Island. Relax on a 20 to 25-minute boat journey. Meet your guide at the pier of Bocachica. Receive a warm welcome and go on a walking tour of San Fernando fort, which was used to defend against pirates and invaders during the colonial era. Follow your guide to the Morena Beach club and enjoy the peace and tranquility there. Use the facilities of the club, including chairs, sun loungers, and bohios. Spend some time on the beach. Eat a delicious lunch. Sail back to Cartagena at 3:00 PM and finish your tour when you arrive at Bodeguita dock.

Cartagena: Dinner Cruise with 2 Glasses of Wine

8. Cartagena: Dinner Cruise with 2 Glasses of Wine

Relax in the calm waters of the Bay of Cartagena and enjoy a delicious dinner with a three course menu a board our sibarita express boat with good music and delicious refreshing drinks. This plan is ideal for couples and friends

Cartagena: Private Rum Tasting

9. Cartagena: Private Rum Tasting

Discover the history behind the drink that represents the Caribbean. Walk through the streets of Getsemani, see iconic places and learn how rum is connected to the daily life of the people of Cartagena. Meet with one of the most knowledgeable rum people in town in one of the small houses in Getsemaní. Learn how to differentiate the rums and recognize their differences, as you share your best memories downed with rum. After having a little introduction and tasting some rums, go out and see what the drink looks like in the daily life of the locals by visiting local stores and bars.

Cartagena: Nightlife and Bar-Hopping Tour With Cocktails

10. Cartagena: Nightlife and Bar-Hopping Tour With Cocktails

Enjoy an exciting and social night out on the town in Cartagena during this nightlife experience. Bar hop in charming rooftop bars and get the VIP experience with skip-the-line access and reserved tables. Meet your local hostess and tour group at the Clock Tower to begin your night out on the town. Walk to the first rooftop bar and admire amazing views of the city and the Cartagena sunset. Enjoy skip-the-line access, a reserved table for the group, and a signature cocktail. Next, get the same VIP treatment at another rooftop and gastro bar next to the Navy Museum and meet other interesting people from your group or local patrons. Finally, visit a bar located on top of Cartagena's wall, known for its good vibes and enjoyable music. Revel in the company of a diverse group of people and your hostess, ensuring you have an amazing experience.

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What people are saying about Cartagena

If you’re looking for the party, this isn’t the one. If you’re looking for a short boat ride to a quiet island with a great tour of a cool fort and a quiet beach to hang out on, this is the one. Very few vendors. Incredibly nice people. Very good value

Jorge was our guide and he was absolutely amazing. Great knowledge, super friendly, very calm and with a great vibe. I loved this tour and would recommend it to anyone! Thanks Jorge

Omg.. my husband and I had the most amazing time! Everything was delicious and our chef was phenomenal! I highly recommend visiting this studio and enjoying this experience!

Paola was very kind to us and took very good care of us. The facilities on the island are consistent with the photos

Great experience! If youre alone in Cartagena, do this and meet some cool people.