Should You Do a Fruit Tour in Bogotá?

A fruit tour in Bogotá is exactly what it sounds like: you spend a couple of hours walking through Paloquemao market tasting 15–20 different tropical fruits, learning which ones are worth buying and how to eat them. It’s genuinely fun if you like food markets and don’t mind early starts. Expect a mix of sweet, sour, and downright weird flavors—some will blow your mind, a couple will make you grimace. The guide explains what locals actually eat versus what’s mostly for tourists. It’s a solid way to get oriented in the market without feeling lost or overcharged later in your trip.

Best time is the dry season (December–March or July–August) when fruit is at its peak and the market isn’t a muddy mess. Tours usually start between 7–9am; going early makes a big difference in freshness and crowd levels. Expect to pay around $40–60 per person for a small-group tour that lasts 2–2.5 hours including tastings. Private tours run higher.

Tip: always say yes to trying lulo, granadilla, and curuba—they’re better here than anywhere else. Skip the overly sweetened fruit salads at the end; they’re touristy and not worth the stomach space. Wear closed shoes you don’t mind getting dirty and bring cash for extra fruit you’ll inevitably want to take back to your hotel.