Bogota Food Tour with over 12 Tastings & Tejo

Bogota food can feel like a big, noisy puzzle. This tour turns it into a focused walk through the city, with 12+ tastings that actually land, then a real game of tejo to cap the experience. I love the small group of eight, because it keeps the pace friendly and the questions flowing. I also love how the guide ties what you eat to the streets you’re walking.

The one thing to think about first is the volume. You’ll eat a lot across several stops, and you’ll cover a decent stretch of central Bogota in about four hours.

Quick Takes on Bogota Food and Tejo

• 12+ tastings across soups, street snacks, drinks, and desserts, so you get range instead of just one theme
• Small group (8 participants) means more conversation and less waiting around for the next table
• Explosive tejo game brings a classic Colombian pastime into your afternoon, not a quick photo op
• Coffee workshop helps you understand what you’re tasting instead of just sipping and moving on
• Old Town walking route gives you context, with food stops placed along the way so the city story sticks
• Coca tea from the Andes is a quirky, memorable finish if you like trying things with history

Why This Bogota Food Tour Ends With Explosive Tejo

This is not just a checklist tour. The payoff is that you get full-on Colombian food sampling, then you shift gears into tejo, a national pastime. That mix matters because it gives you two types of fun in one afternoon: eating culture, then playing culture.

The tour is built around a simple promise: you’ll be fed. And not with tiny bites. The rhythm is designed so you keep moving from warm, comforting dishes to crunchy street favorites to frothy drinks, then into the smoky energy of tejo.

At $56 per person for a four-hour small-group outing, the value comes from what’s included: 12 tastings, bottled water, a local guide, a coffee tasting workshop, and the game of tejo with a local beverage. If you like tasting your way through a city with enough guidance to make it make sense, this format fits well.

Meet La Perseverancia Distrital Marketplace, Then Start With Real Bogota Flavor

You’ll meet outside La Perseverancia Distrital Marketplace, at the parking lot on the corner of Carrera no. 5 and Calle 30a. The building is colorful and easy to spot, which helps when you’re arriving by taxi or trying to orient yourself in a new neighborhood.

For getting there, download the Uber app. It’s a practical choice here, since you can set your destination and see a price estimate. If you’re using a taxi, the handy Spanish phrase to show the driver is:

Déjalos por favor en la esquina de la plaza sobre la carrera quinta con calle 30a

Before you go, plan like this is a walking tour first and a food tour second. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring rain gear if the weather looks iffy, because the tour runs come rain or shine.

Ajiaco Soup and Exotic Fruit: The Start That Sets the Tone

The first big taste is ajiaco soup. It’s the kind of dish that signals comfort and local rhythm. Expect it to be hearty, warm, and a good reset after travel, especially if you’re dealing with Bogota’s cooler moments.

Right after that, you’ll sample exotic fruits, including some you likely won’t find on a typical tourist menu. This is one of my favorite kinds of food-tour stops because it’s low pressure, fun, and hands you a quick vocabulary for Colombian flavors. You get to compare textures and sweetness on the spot, instead of trying to remember it later.

A practical tip: if you know you’re sensitive to very tart flavors, pace yourself. Fruits can be the “shock” step of a food tour, and you’ll want room in your stomach for what comes next.

Lechona at a Local Hole-in-the-Wall: Crunchy, Roasty, and Very Bogota

If you eat meat, the tour hits a clear peak at a small local spot where you’ll try lechona, roasted and stuffed suckling pig with crunchy golden skin. This stop is one of the reasons the tour feels authentic. It’s not a themed restaurant. It’s the kind of place you’d miss if you weren’t walking with a local plan.

What I like about this stop is the way it changes the texture story. After soup and fruit, you’re going to get crispy skin, savory richness, and a more “main meal” feeling. It’s also a useful gut check, because it tells you how much of the afternoon is real food versus just snacks.

If you’re unsure about your tolerance for very rich meat dishes, tell the guide upfront. Some guides can adjust tastings based on preferences, and you don’t want to spend the next hour feeling stuck.

Chicheria, Golden Buñuelos, and Avena: Where the Drinks Earn Their Place

Next comes a chicheria, which is your entry point into Colombian drinking culture. You’ll get to sample a local-style beer or drink pairing as part of the route. This is the kind of stop that makes a food tour feel like culture, not just calories.

Then you’ll head to central Bogota for golden buñuelos, a deep-fried pastry that you’ll taste alongside avena, a local oatmeal smoothie. This combo matters because it shows two different comfort-food ideas in one shot: fried, crisp sweetness plus a creamy, slightly nutty drink.

Here’s the practical angle: fried snacks move fast, and drinks can either settle your stomach or push it over the edge if you’re drinking too much too quickly. Take small sips first. If it hits the sweet spot, then go bigger.

Also, if coffee or alcohol isn’t your thing, don’t assume you’ll be stuck. Some guides have provided alternative options when guests asked for different beverage choices.

Two-Century Tamales and Hot Chocolate: Old Town, Warm Hands

Later you’ll step into a restaurant that has served hungry locals for almost two centuries. That alone sets the vibe: you’re tasting food with a long local footprint, not just something that looks good in marketing photos.

You’ll try steamy leaf-wrapped chicken tamales and frothy hot chocolate. This stop is a strong contrast to the earlier fried and roasty tastes. Tamales bring steam and softness. Hot chocolate brings sweetness and comfort.

What you should expect is a bit of downtime in the middle of the walk. It’s timed so you can reset before the most energetic activity of the afternoon.

If you like photos, this is a good place for them. Not because it’s staged, but because it feels like a real dining room with real regulars.

Coffee Tasting Workshop, Tejo Play, and Coca Tea From the Andes

This tour doesn’t treat coffee as an afterthought. You’ll have a coffee workshop to get to grips with why Colombia roasts some of the finest beans in the world. Even if you’re not a coffee nerd, you’ll leave with a clearer sense of what you’re tasting and why the process matters.

Then comes the highlight that many people book for: the tejo game. You’ll play explosive tejo, described as a Colombian national pastime, and it’s included with a local beverage. Expect an event-like feel, with friendly competition energy and a bit of showmanship that’s hard to replicate on your own.

The finish is quietly memorable: you’ll sign off with coca tea from the Andes. It’s a low-stakes way to end with something unusual, and it ties the afternoon back to plant-based traditions rather than just sugar and spice.

How Much You’ll Walk, and How to Eat Smart During the 4 Hours

The tour lasts four hours, and it takes you through central parts of Bogota, including walking down streets in and around Old Town. The walking is part of the experience. It’s also why the stop timing matters.

From the way the tour is paced, you should assume you’ll cover enough distance that you’ll feel it in your legs by the end. That’s a good sign, because it’s what keeps you hungry and makes the food taste better.

Plan meals around this. Come hungry, but don’t treat this as a “snack and then dinner” plan. By the time you reach tejo and the coffee section, you’ll likely have had a full afternoon’s worth of food already.

If you’re not in great walking shape, you can still do this tour. Just wear supportive shoes and go slower when you need to. The small group size makes it easier to keep everyone together.

Price and Logistics: Why $56 Feels Reasonable for What’s Included

Let’s talk value honestly. At $56 per person for four hours, you’re paying for more than guided walking. You’re getting:

• 12 food tastings plus bottled water
• A foodie guide to connect the dots
• A coffee tasting workshop
• A game of tejo and a local beverage

On tours that only provide a few tastings, the price can feel like paying mostly for the guide and the route. Here, the included food and the tejo activity push it closer to what you’d spend if you tried to replicate it on your own.

A detail worth noting: hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. So you’ll want to plan how you’ll get to the meeting point and budget a little extra time for transit.

The practical upside is that the tour starts at La Perseverancia, so once you’re there, you’re in the flow. And because it runs rain or shine, you won’t lose the afternoon to weather, as long as you pack an umbrella or rain layer.

Dietary Preferences: What You Can Usually Ask For

You’ll be sampling a wide range of foods and drinks: soup, fruit, pig, fried snacks, chicheria-style beverages, tamales, hot chocolate, coffee, and coca tea. That’s a lot, and it means you should communicate early if you have strong preferences or restrictions.

The most supported approach is to tell your guide what you avoid at the start. In practice, guides have been able to adjust tastings for guests who do not drink coffee or beer, and vegetarian guests have been accommodated on this kind of route.

I’d treat it as an ask, not a guarantee, but it’s still worth doing. A good guide wants you to enjoy the tour, not just tolerate it.

Who Should Book This Bogota Food Tour With Tejo?

Book it if you want a Bogota food experience that feels like a story told through real plates. This tour works especially well for:

• Food-first travelers who like learning while they eat
• People who want a small-group walk rather than a big bus-style group
• Anyone curious about tejo and not just watching it
• Coffee drinkers who want a workshop, not just a cup

Skip it if you’re not comfortable with a walking pace and a heavy eating schedule. Also, it’s not suitable for pregnant women, and unaccompanied minors are not allowed.

One more quick note. The overall rating is 4.9 with a large number of ratings, which usually signals consistent quality. More importantly, the repeated praise centers on organization, fun energy, and guides who keep the group moving and actually connecting each stop to culture.

Should You Book This Bogota Food Tour With Tejo?

Yes, if you want an afternoon that combines 12+ tastings with a proper cultural activity like explosive tejo and a coffee workshop. At $56, you’re not buying just a walk, you’re buying a full food-and-drinks schedule plus hands-on play.

If you dislike surprises in flavors, or you hate the idea of eating a lot in one go, you might feel overwhelmed. In that case, consider reducing your expectations and be ready to ask your guide for pacing or substitutions.

FAQ

How long is the Bogota Food Tour with Tejo?

It lasts 4 hours.

How many tastings are included?

You will get 12 food tastings.

What activities are included besides eating?

The tour includes a coffee tasting workshop and a game of tejo.

Is tejo included, and is there a drink with it?

Yes, the game of explosive tejo is included, and it comes with a local beverage.

Where do we meet for the tour?

Meet outside the La Perseverancia Distrital Marketplace. Your guide meets you at the parking lot on the corner of Carrera no. 5 and Calle 30a.

Is hotel pickup or drop-off included?

No, hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

What language is the live guide?

The tour guide is English.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable shoes and rain gear.

Is the tour suitable for pregnant women?

No, the tour is not suitable for pregnant women.

Can I cancel for a refund, and is pay later available?

Yes, there is free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.