




Guests are welcomed into a lived-in, family space where cooking is not presented as a performance, but as a tradition passed down through generations. The experience is guided by hosts who are actively involved in community-based tourism and the local real estate ecosystem, offering a rare perspective that blends everyday life, culture and the evolving social fabric of the city. As recipes are prepared, stories naturally unfold: about family heritage, local economy, traditions and how Cartagena lives today beyond what visitors typically see. The menu itself reflects this lineage, from carimañolas and patacones with hogao to coconut rice, fried fish, posta negra and avocado salad, finishing with enyucado — all accompanied by local beverages.
In demand: 30 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
From your accommodation in Cartagena, Airport or Cruise Ship Port.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cooking Class. A fun, local & hands on culinary experience lasts about 3 hours.
Prices start at $120 per person for this Cartagena experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
It can: 30 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. From your accommodation in Cartagena, Airport or Cruise Ship Port. Pickup points include Hotel Boutique At The Park, Hotel-Hostal Santo Domingo.
The experience is available in PT, EN, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cooking Class. A fun, local & hands on culinary experience | 3 hours | 4.4 (5) | $120 | |
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5-Hour Cooking and Tasting Class with Market Small Group Tour | 5 hours | 5.0 (28) | $170 | View |
4h Cooking Class in Cartagena with 10 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks | 3h 30min | 4.9 (46) | $77 | View |
Bazurto Market Tour and Cooking Class in Cartagena | 4h 30min | 4.9 (133) | $140 | View |
Cooking Class 4 Hours with a local Mom in Cartagena | 4 hours | 5.0 (19) | $80 | View |
Cooking Class In A Real Restaurant At Old City | 2 hours | 4.9 (203) | $43 | View |