Tours/Bogota/Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour
Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour
4.9(615)Bogota4–5 hours
VIATOR4.9(236)TRIPADVISOR5.0(379)
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At a glance
Duration
4–5 hours
Price from
$47 / person
Location
Bogota, Colombia
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 615 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 30
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Walking tour bogota by (The True Colombian Experience)
Meeting point
Meeting Point:The Cranky Croc HostelCl. 12d #3-56, La Candelaria, Bogotá, ColombiaHow to meet your guide:Once you arrive at the hostel, please go inside to the reception desk and let them know you're here for the Bogotá Food Experience tour.Your guide will meet you there and begin the tour.
Description
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!
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
1:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 12+)
$47
Youth (ages 6–11)
$47
Child (ages 3–5)
$47
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
foodtoursaver
Tuesday Saver Edition: Tuesday-only version at a reduced price. Minimum 4 participants. Same tastings, only on Tuesdays.
Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour
Itinerary
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Meeting Point & End Point: Inside The Cranky Croc Hostel
Transportation: Walking tour only – no hotel pickup unless arranged for an extra fee
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⚠️ Important Note:
The itinerary may vary depending on weather, restaurant availability, and the guide’s judgment. We work with multiple local partners, so some stops may be replaced with equally authentic alternatives. The order of the stops is not fixed.
30 min
️ Sample Itinerary (subject to change):
Di Amato: Carimañolas (coastal fritters)
Start with a taste of Colombia’s Caribbean coast in this cozy spot near La Candelaria.
30 min
María Tomasa: Colombian-style ceviche
Discover a refreshing twist on ceviche with local ingredients and bold coastal flavors.
Plaza De Mercado La Concordia
25 min
Plaza de la Concordia: Obleas with arequipe
Visit a traditional market and try this sweet snack loved across Colombia.
30 min
Donde el Flaco (Chorro de Quevedo): Tamal tolimense
Taste this rich and flavorful dish from Tolima, served in a local favorite near the city’s oldest square.
25 min
Fulanitos Candelaria: Aborrajado caleño
End with a sweet and savory plantain dish from Valle del Cauca, full of flavor and tradition.
30 min
Carbón de Leña: Mamona (grilled beef from the plains)
Savor this traditional dish from the Orinoquía region, full of smoky flavor and cultural depth.
40 min
La Puerta de la Catedral: Ajiaco santafereño
Enjoy Bogotá’s signature soup, a hearty Andean dish served in a historic restaurant.
What's included
Included
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.
Not included
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.
Full meals The tour offers small tastings, not full plates.
Personal expenses Any additional purchases made during the tour are not covered.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
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How it compares in Bogotá
No. 10 by number of reviews among 841 tours in Bogotá
Starting price $47 is 62% below the typical $125 for tours of similar length in Bogotá
Excurgo comparison of 841 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour take?
Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour cost?
Prices start at $47 per person for this Bogota experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 1:30 PM.
How much does Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–5 pay from $47, adults from $47. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meeting Point:. The Cranky Croc Hostel. Cl. 12d #3-56, La Candelaria, Bogotá, Colombia. How to meet your guide:. Once you arrive at the hostel, please go inside to the reception desk and let them know you're here for the Bogotá Food Experience tour. Your guide will meet you there and begin the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Bogotá Food Experience: Cultural & Culinary Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(615)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Georgina_V
August 25, 2026 · via Viator
Highly recommended
The tour was very comprehensive and the guide Nick was very attentive to every detail. The only thing to improve would be to add some tropical fruit tasting.
Operator response
¡Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaste el tour y que Nick estuvo atento a todos los detalles durante la experiencia. Le haremos llegar tus amables palabras 😊
También apreciamos mucho tu sugerencia sobre incluir una degustación de frutas tropicales. Colombia tiene una increíble variedad de frutas y comentarios como el tuyo nos ayudan a seguir mejorando nuestros recorridos. Gracias por acompañarnos y esperamos volver a recibirte pronto en Bogotá 🇨🇴✨
Fredy
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M_N
August 10, 2026 · via Viator
Nat was an amazing guide...
Nat was an amazing guide and told us lots about Bogotá and Colombia as well as the food. It's was a great chance to try delicious food but also to see places around la Candelaria you wouldn't otherwise know we're there as well as the well known spots. Come very hungry because you'll be absolutely stuffed afterwards.
Operator response
Hi!Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed not only the food but also the stories, culture, and hidden corners of La Candelaria. One of our goals is to help travelers experience Bogotá beyond the typical tourist route, combining local flavors with the history, traditions, and everyday life of Colombia.Thank you as well for highlighting Natalia's work. Sharing our city through food and storytelling is exactly what we love to do. And yes... arriving hungry is always a very good idea! 🍽️🇨🇴😄 We hope to welcome you again on another Colombian adventure soon. Fredy 🇨🇴☕🍽️
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circusgurl
July 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A nice introduction
This was a great food tour with lots of walking and a little bit of history. By the end we couldn’t finish the food. One question for the operator, Nat took photos, can she send them to us? I tried calling but no answer.
Operator response
Hi 😊Thank you very much for joining us and for taking the time to share your experience! We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that you left with a full stomach 😊🍽️🇨🇴
We'd be happy to send you the photos Natalia took during the experience. We will contact her and send them to you as soon as possible. Thank you again for exploring Bogotá with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Colombia in the future.
Warm regards.
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Allan_R
July 19, 2026 · via Viator
Okay food tour - all meat
The Bogota food tour is okay, but we felt was missing some integral parts of the Bogota experience. We spent about 2.5 hours in La Candelaria. 7 items in 6 restaurants but all were meat based. While walking around, we got little information about the neighborhood. At the market, we were told Bogota has over 400 fruits, but we did not try any. We went to a bakery, saw some great pastries in the display, yet again were given more meat. For a country known for its coffee, there was no coffee on the tour. It really should have more diverse selection of foods.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate your honest comments and are sorry to hear the experience did not fully match your expectations. Our Bogotá Food Experience is designed to introduce travelers to a selection of traditional Colombian foods while exploring La Candelaria and learning about local culture along the way.
We understand that every traveler has different interests and expectations, and we appreciate your perspective regarding the variety of foods and the overall balance between gastronomy and cultural content. Feedback like yours helps us continue evaluating and improving our experiences for future travelers. Thank you again for joining us during your time in Bogotá, and we hope you enjoyed the rest of your journey through Colombia 🇨🇴Warm regards, The True Colombian Experience 🇨🇴
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Passenger711868
July 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Tour, Great Guide!
Fredy was well-informed on many topics related to Bogota/Colombia life. Her shared the stories in an interesting way that held our attention. We’d recommend him to anyone.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊 It was a real pleasure sharing Bogotá and Colombia with you through our food, culture, and stories. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and found the journey through Colombian daily life, traditions, and gastronomy both interesting and engaging. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing The True Colombian Experience. We hope to welcome you back to Colombia for more authentic adventures in the future! 🇨🇴🍽️✨Fredy
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Go420645
July 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Cool Cultural Cuisine in Columbia
Jacqueline was a wonderful guide and helped us understand the history of Columbian cuisine. Food choices were excellent. For the first time in Bogota it was a great way to get introduced to the city
Operator response
Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that Jacqueline helped bring Colombian cuisine and its history to life. We believe food is one of the best ways to understand a country's culture, and we're happy to know the tour was a great introduction to Bogotá and Colombia. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Jacqueline. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for more authentic Colombian experiences in the future! 🇨🇴😊
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Peter_T
June 22, 2026 · via Viator
Amazing tour of Colombia's food
This food tour was amazing. We tried food from 7 different restaurants, representing food from all over Colombia. Our tour guide Lorena was really knowledgeable and went out of her way to take us even to extra destinations on the route. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Bogotá.
Operator response
Peter, muchísimas gracias por tu comentario y por compartir tu experiencia con nosotros.
Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaste los 7 sabores de Colombia y que el recorrido te permitió conocer la diversidad gastronómica del país.
Lorena es realmente una guía excepcional y nos llena de orgullo saber que hizo tu experiencia aún más especial, incluso llevándote a algunos lugares adicionales en la ruta.
Gracias por recomendarnos.
Será un placer enorme recibirte nuevamente cuando regreses a Bogotá.
The True Colombian Experience
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Lindsey_T
June 18, 2026 · via Viator
Bogota food tour
Nick was our tour guide and he did a fantastic job. Favorite dish was Lechona. Tour lasted almost three hours and you definitely leave very full. Some of the items we tried were snacks and some were full on meals - great variety. Tour was very helpful in learning where to go in the Candelaria neighborhood.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your great review 😊
We’re really happy to hear that you had such a positive experience on the Bogotá Food Tour and that you enjoyed both the variety of dishes and the overall journey through La Candelaria 🍴🇨🇴
It’s great to know that the mix of snacks and full meals gave you a complete taste of Colombian cuisine; and we love that lechona was your favorite! It’s one of the most traditional and iconic dishes in Colombia, known for its rich flavors and cultural roots We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Nick; he’ll be very happy to hear that his guidance and energy made the experience so enjoyable 🙌Thank you again for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back for another experience in Colombia soon ✨
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T_R
June 18, 2026 · via Viator
Amazing bites
I felt like I was able to learn about Bogota through food. Nick was a great tour guide there was never a dull moment, he kept the group with a good vibe and educated everyone about Bogota
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review 😊 We’re really happy to hear that you were able to discover Bogotá through its food; that’s exactly the experience we aim to create 🍴🇨🇴
It’s great to know you enjoyed the atmosphere and that the group had such a good vibe throughout the tour 🙌 We’ll be sure to share your feedback with Nick; he’ll be very glad to hear that his energy and knowledge made the experience so enjoyable for you. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience, it truly means a lot to us ✨ We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Colombia soon!
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Faria_M
June 18, 2026 · via Viator
Great Tour
This was such a wonderful tour! Lorenzo was very helpful and everything I tried was delicious. Learned a lot of Colombian food and La Candelaria. I enjoyed exploring and trying all the delicious food a lot. Highly recommended.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words 😊
We’re really happy to hear that you had such a wonderful experience on the Bogotá Food Tour and that you enjoyed both the flavors and the cultural side of La Candelaria 🍴🇨🇴
We’ll be sure to share your feedback with Lorenzo; he’ll be very glad to know his guidance made a positive impact on your experience 🙌 It means a lot to us that you recommend the tour, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you again for another adventure in Colombia soon ✨
Fredy
The True Colombian Experience
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