Colombia · COFFEE TOURS IN CARTAGENA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 8 coffee tours in Cartagena worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Spend about two hours at Cartagena’s Cafe-472 coffee experience center with a Spanish or English-speaking guide such as Tomas, Santiago, or Pedro. Learn how Colombian coffee moves from seed to cup, smell and taste its key notes, and compare three brews made with methods such as Chemex, V60, and siphon.
“The whole activity was extremely interesting and well organised and FUN! Don’t doubt, BOOK!”
At Café del Mural in Cartagena’s Getsemaní district, coffee expert David guides you through Colombian coffee history, roasting styles, bean varieties, and brewing methods. You’ll sample 4 to 5 coffees, enjoy snacks, and take home 200 grams of premium coffee. The session is mainly demonstration-based, not a hands-on roasting class.
“David was super knowledgeable about coffee, the roasting process, global bean varieties, coffee history and more. We got to sample multiple coffee varieties and brewing styles. Definitely worth it, especially if you love coffee. Plus, we David is very funny and didn’t rush through the class, and we go to take down Colombian coffee home with us. Would do again!”
This four-hour private tour links Cartagena’s major sights by air-conditioned minivan and on foot. Visit San Felipe Castle, La Popa Convent, the Clock Tower, Plaza de Bolívar, and Getsemaní, then taste Colombian coffee. Guides such as Eduardo, Martin, William, and Hernan have been praised for clear English, local knowledge, and flexible pacing.
“This tour is a perfect introduction to Cartagena. Our guide answered many questions eagerly, and even showed us where to buy the shirt he was wearing. It was longer than four hours, and since we had a big breakfast, we didn’t care that there was no stopping for lunch as the tour described.”
Spend two hours walking from Café La Manchuria in Cartagena’s Old Town to Libertario Coffee Roasters in Getsemaní. Guides such as Sofi, Daniel, and Milena explain Colombian coffee, lead tastings, and introduce you to local cafés. The English workshop includes caffeinated coffee only and a route under one mile.
“I absolutely loved this! This experience is both a coffee tasting (of various artisanal shops around the old city) and a verbal lesson on the history and cultivation process of coffee in colombia. I thought it was a very all-encompassing experience that left me with a far greater understanding of coffee and colombian culture. The coffe shops are super cool and the coffee itself was great at each stop. I’ve never been coffee tasting before so for me, I was able to work on refining my palate. Sofi, my guide is also so sweet, knowledgeable and accomodating. Would highly reccomend for any coffee lovers or anyone who wants to learn…”
Join Angel Duran or another professional guide for a private three-hour walk through Cartagena’s walled center and Getsemaní. Visit the clock tower, Bolívar Square, slave market, gold museum if open, and a jewelry workshop. Learn to judge emeralds, pause for Colombian coffee, beer, or water, and finish near the Clock Tower.
“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 and appreciate a great tour guide. Thank you, Señor Duran, see you next time!”
Meet at a partner café in Cartagena for a one-hour tasting of four Colombian beans. A bilingual barista explains bean traits, roasting, aromas, flavors, and brewing stages. Hotel pickup is included in the service area, but the exact café address arrives after booking. Expect a focused introduction, not a full coffee farm visit.
Spend four hours with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide visiting San Felipe Castle, La Popa Convent, Cartagena’s Historic Center, and Getsemaní. You’ll taste Colombian coffee, hear the city’s difficult colonial stories, and finish on foot in the center. Guides have included Oralis Barrios and Carlos.
“it was so good, I didn't realize that it was a personal tour and my tour guide was friendly informative and helpful!”
Join an expert English or Spanish speaking guide at Café del Mural for a private two-hour lesson in Colombian coffee. You will compare four to five samples, learn how roasting and grinding shape flavor, brew your own cup, and take home 200g of premium coffee. Bring your passport and entry stamp to address Colombia’s 19% VAT rule.
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