CARTAGENA
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The 10 most popular coffee experiences in Cartagena. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Cartagena Colombian specialty coffee tasting: 2 hours, three brews, cupping practice, and seed-to-cup lessons in a coffee lab for $15.
“Thomas was very passionate about coffee and shared that with us. We learned a lot of things about coffee tasting, the processing of coffee and was very interactive. A brilliant use of 3 hours, Columbian coffee was fabulous. Now we know how to make it properly at home”
Cartagena Coffee Masters at Café del Mural: a 2-hour Colombian coffee workshop with tastings, brewing demos, snacks, and a 200g bag.
“Amazing experience! Extremely thorough and intimate — only 6 people can be on the tour at one time. The owner is knowledgeable, funny, and kind. Plus you get to take home coffee at the end! Highly recommend this.”
Private 4-hour Cartagena highlights with San Felipe, La Popa, Clock Tower, and a coffee tasting. Pickup, entrances, and guide included.
“The city tour was very informative and I strongly recommend it. The tour guide was excellent!!”
A small-group 2-hour specialty coffee walk in Cartagena’s historic center, tasting Colombian coffees with baristas and guides.
“This was an amazing experience. Daniel was very knowledgeable and the coffee shops that we visited were gorgeous! I would definitely recommend doing this tour as soon as you get to Cartagena because it helps you to familiarize yourself with the city and the different places to visit.”
Private 3-hour Cartagena walk with coffee: UNESCO streets, slave-market sights, Botero sculpture photos, and an emerald jewelry test.
“Mr. Duran was absolutely phenomenal as a tour guide. For historical knowledge, he navigate us through the key sites and taught me and my daughter some incredible lessons on the history of Cartagena. He is a kind and very nice man. Has English is absolutely perfect. I highly recommend this tour if you love history…”
A 2-hour Cartagena coffee sensory tour from seed to cup, with cupping, brewing styles, and hands-on flavor training in a cozy lab.
“The coffee tasting experience was exceptional, boasting a rich aroma and a well-balanced flavor profile. The beans showcased intricate notes of dark chocolate and subtle hints of caramel, leaving a lingering, satisfying aftertaste. The brewing method highlighted the beans' quality, delivering a smooth and velvety texture. Overall, a delightful journey for any coffee enthusiast.”
A 90-minute Cartagena specialty coffee sensory class focused on Colombian coffee aromas, flavor profiles, and a guided tasting.
“This was very cool. We learned a lot and had a really good time. The only reason I didn’t give it five stars was the following- I know it’s sacrilegious to people who revolve their life around coffee to want cream and sugar, but I would’ve loved to taste the different coffees with cream and…”
Cartagena coffee class in Getsemaní. Taste Arabica, Robusta and Liberica, learn plant-to-cup, then make your own brew in 2 hours.
“The tour was great and I'm not a coffee drinker. Alexis is very knowledgeable and passionate about his job. I have already recommended this tour to 5 other tourists.This was one of the best local experiences I have had since arriving in Columbia. I would highly recommend. The barista at Senior titis (named for an…”
A small-group Colombian coffee tasting in Cartagena, outside the walled city in Los Cerezos, with pickup, guided tasting, and coffee desserts.
“I thoroughly enjoyed my visit, despite not being a coffee enthusiast. The experience allowed me to appreciate the nuances in taste achieved through various brewing methods and unique flavor combinations. The coffee shop had an adorable ambiance, adding to the overall charm. I wholeheartedly recommend this place to others.”
Taste specialty Colombian coffee in Cartagena: learn roasting and processing, sample four signature beans, and get a bilingual guide for $70.
