Colombia · DINING EXPERIENCES IN CARTAGENA
The 13 best dining experiences in Cartagena you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.
2-hour Cartagena Bay dinner cruise on the Sibarita Master with a 4-course meal, half bottle of wine, and night views of the walled city.
“We had a wonderful evening. The food was delicious and the vibe was romantic. The servers were accommodating and very nice. We enjoyed it!”
Hands-on Cartagena cooking class in Old City restaurant, cooking coconut rice, patacones, fish and empanadas, then eating together in a small group.
“Loved everything about this cooking class. The instructor herself didn't speak English but had a very, very energetic and excited translator. I truly felt like I was cooking from a family recipe book with my auntie that had all the pleasant vibes and fun. This was definitely a very hands-on, cook your own meal. During the cooking and instructions you were able to order drinks that were amazing from the restaurant.. Once everything was cooked, your food was plated and brought to you where you sat and enjoyed it together as a class.”
A 2-hour Cartagena Bay dinner cruise with a 3-course meal, wine, and city views at night. Dock tax and premium drinks are extra.
“The views were beautiful and the food was amazing. Get the beef as your main course! The staff were friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend.”
Cartagena Bay dinner cruise with a 2-hour yacht ride, night views of Bocagrande and Getsemaní, and a 3 or 4-course meal with wine.
“The boat gate was very easy to find and there were crew members on time to take our information. We arrived at 6:30 and the boat left promptly at 7:00. The music was fun but not too loud or crude or inappropriate for the vibe. All crew members wore polo shirts and were attentive and professional. We enjoyed the food and wine and were timely dropped back off on the dock at 9:00. Highly recommend for adult families and couples alike.”
Chef Andrés Ulloa hosts a private Cartagena dinner at home with Caribbean Colombian dishes, all included. 2h40, $52 pp.
“Andres was an excellent host, welcoming us into the city and into his home. It was a very intimate experience learning about his story, the story of the foods of colombia, and getting to taste so many delicious creations. He also gave great reccomendations of other places to visit while in Colombia and continued to be responsive days after our experience. Rock on Anakin!”
Cartagena sunset boat party plus night walks in Getsemaní and Centro Histórico, with open bar and nightclub entry from $55.
“Met up with my guide Yeimy at the marina by the statue. She had sent me a picture ahead of time so she was easy to find. There were 3 other people in her group. The boat was filled with us and other tour groups. It's all you can drink for 2 hours so you might want to pace yourself because the drinks are strong! Great music, fun dancing on the boat, the sunset was lovely. Yeimy sat beside me and explained some of the different areas we passed. Afterwards it was just me and my guide (the others in the group had other plans) and we went for dinner…”
Dinner cruise in Cartagena’s bay with a 3-course meal, included wine, and sea views of the walled city, departing at 7 pm.
“It was a great experience, beautiful view, with great food. I would definitely recommend if you’re with a date.”
Cartagena Island Dinner on Tierra Bomba: 10-minute boat ride, dinner with sangria, live DJ 8pm to 11:30, bonfire views.
“This experience never happened. I booked this for my partner’s birthday and it was a disaster. They messaged on the day of to ask us to reschedule, which we did. On the new day, I reached out twice to confirm only to be told it will not happen due to the hotel having an event. Please save yourself the headache and book something else.”
Cartagena white night 3-hour dinner cruise on the Bequia Eagle with open bar, DJ, and a full dance show, plus dinner included.
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Dinner and wine aboard the Sibarita Master in Cartagena Bay, with a 90-minute yacht night cruise and a four-part a la carte meal.
“Pretty good food, Great service assistance, fully recommended…however, would be better if takes at least 30 minutes more”
A 3-hour White Night boat party in Cartagena with a buffet dinner, welcome cocktails, a live DJ, and a friendly dance show in the bay.
“They misrepresented in the description there is no open bar if you want a cocktail you have to buy a whole bottle”
Sunset boat ride and an ocean-view dinner at Fenix Beach in Cartagena, with bonfire, sand mandalas, live DJ, sangria, and dessert.
“Pessima experiencia Não recomendo a ninguém Cardápio ruim Atendimento de pessima qualidade Quando compramos apresentavam um cardápio, quando chegamos acabamos comendo apenas uma salada que era o que estava incluso, demais itens tudo pago adicional. Bebida apenas limonada, os demais tudo adicional Parece um local abandonado, sem estrutura Ou seja, pessima experiencia.”
Cartagena Bay dinner boat with open bar, dance show, and buffet on board from Muelle de la Bodeguita. 3 hours, plus dock tax.
“Was not as advertised as a sail through the bay was more of a party boat and it stood in one place in the bay the dinner was ok nothing special I wouldn’t really call it a dinner”
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