Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour
Overview
Discover the rich diversity of Colombian cuisine in Bogotá’s historic La Candelaria. On this walking tour, you’ll visit 7 carefully selected spots, each offering a unique dish from a different region of the country. From family-owned eateries to vibrant market stalls, you’ll taste authentic flavors like ajiaco, aborrajado, carimañolas, and more.
Along the way, connect with locals, learn about Colombia’s cultural heritage, and enjoy storytelling that brings each dish to life. The tour is flexible; venues may change depending on weather, availability, or city events, ensuring a fresh and personalized experience every time.
We accommodate vegetarian and vegan preferences; just let your guide know.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and allow extra time for traffic to reach the meeting point.
Come hungry; this tour feels like lunch and dinner in one!
What's Included
- Snacks Food tastings at 7 different stops Small samples of traditional dishes from various Colombian regions.
- Cultural storytelling Insights into the meaning and origin of each dish.
- Walking tour through La Candelaria Explore Bogotá’s historic center on foot.
- Local bilingual guide Knowledgeable in Colombian culture, history, and gastronomy.
- Meals Full meals The tour offers small tastings, not full plates.
- Bottled water Drinks Not included. Travelers should bring a water bottle or purchase drinks at the meeting point.
- Transportation The tour is entirely walking. No hotel pickup or transport is included unless arranged for an extra fee.
- Personal expenses Any additional purchases made during the tour are not covered.
Meeting Location
Cl. 12d #346
Bogotá, Colombia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Di Amato - Chocolatería & Gastrobar
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
María Tomasa - Comida Caribe
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Plaza De Mercado La Concordia
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Panaderia Donde el flaco
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Restaurante Fulanitos Candelaria
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Carbón d leña Parrilla tradicional colombiana
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
La PUERTA de la CATEDRAL
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-05).
- Snacks. Food tastings at 7 different stops Small samples of traditional dishes from various Colombian regions.
- Cultural storytelling Insights into the meaning and origin of each dish.
- Walking tour through La Candelaria Explore Bogotá’s historic center on foot.
- Local bilingual guide Knowledgeable in Colombian culture, history, and gastronomy.
- Meals. Full meals The tour offers small tastings, not full plates.
- Bottled water. Drinks Not included. Travelers should bring a water bottle or purchase drinks at the meeting point.
- Transportation The tour is entirely walking. No hotel pickup or transport is included unless arranged for an extra fee.
- Personal expenses Any additional purchases made during the tour are not covered.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksFood tastings at 7 different stops Small samples of traditional dishes from various Colombian regions.
- Cultural storytelling Insights into the meaning and origin of each dish.
- Walking tour through La Candelaria Explore Bogotá’s historic center on foot.
- Local bilingual guide Knowledgeable in Colombian culture, history, and gastronomy.
- MealsFull meals The tour offers small tastings, not full plates.
- Bottled waterDrinks Not included. Travelers should bring a water bottle or purchase drinks at the meeting point.
- Transportation The tour is entirely walking. No hotel pickup or transport is included unless arranged for an extra fee.
- Personal expenses Any additional purchases made during the tour are not covered.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
