Top Medellín Food Tours

From arepas to traditional drinks and tropical fruits, there’s so much to taste in Medellin that it’s hard to know where to start. Join a private guide for a Medellin food tour that tailors local flavors to your preferences; you’ll try a curated list of foods with a guide to help explain the backstory behind every bite.

See more of Medellín than you probably could alone—and without the worry of getting lost—during this intimate small group tour. Ideal for first-time visitors, you’ll stop by some of the city’s most interesting attractions, such as Malaga Saloon, enjoy a hassle-free introduction to Medellín’s public transit systems, and even sample salpicón (a mixture of fresh fruits) in just half a day.

Immerse yourself in Medellin’s culinary landscape on a half-day food and culture tour of the City of Eternal Spring. Opt to take your tour during breakfast, lunch, or dinner time, and visit four food joints favored by locals. Depending on the option selected, sample ‘arepas’ (corn bread) and ‘pan de yucca’ (yucca bread) smothered in honey for breakfast, or feast on traditional lunch and dinner dishes such as ‘mondongo’ (tripe stew) or ‘ajiaco’ (chicken stew). This small-group tour is limited to nine people and includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

During the walk in El Poblado, you will taste 5 delicious types of Colombian street food, and learn about their preparation, and ingredients. You will learn about Colombian gastronomy and culture. Please don’t get dinner before the tour. El Poblado is the area with the largest gastronomic and entertainment offer in the city, which you should definitely explore, to know the best places to have fun and it feels safe to walk around. Our tour guides will recommend great nightclubs, restaurants, and different activities to do in Medellin, so you can enjoy more your vacations here. In addition to food stops, you will also visit 2 bars located on rooftops with a breathtaking view of the city, where you could get delicious cocktails and hang out with other travelers. If you see that no one has booked, don't worry, we usually have more reservations on other platforms. We're very sorry, but we don't have food options for vegans.

See another side of Colombia on this trip to Guatape. Just outside Medellin, this town is known for its colorful buildings and charming cobblestone streets. Climb the 740 steps of the Piedra del Peñol for stunning views of the surrounding lakes and hills. This tour includes a boat ride offering a panoramic view of Pablo Escobar’s Hacienda La Manuela, a picturesque church in Marinilla, and the town of Zócalos. Please Note: During the holiday and high season, the meeting time will be brought forward 15 to 30 minutes max. to the stipulated time. We'll notify you about it.

Escape metropolitan Medellin in favor of Guatapé (Pueblo de Zocalos), home to the magnificent Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol) on a full-day tour from the City of Eternal Spring. As well as ascending the 742 steps leading to the summit of Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol), you’ll explore the colorful streets of Guatapé and the famous Guatapé Zocalos as well as an exclusive boat tour of Guatapé Lake. Typical Antioquian lunch is included in the tour.

Comuna 13 is currently the most visited site in all of Medellin and our company has the title of those qualified to make this tour. What does the tour include? - Local guide in Spanish or English, - Delicious Church Empanadas - Patacon with Hogao - Sausages - Mango ice cream with salt and lemon - Visit the neighborhood with the most graffiti in all of Medellin. (We will know the history behind many of these graffiti), - Visit the escalators of Comuna 13, - Visit an art gallery in Comuna 13, - Artistic Shows in Comuna 13 We will also go to a viewpoint where the entire city of Medellín is displayed, - Visit Independencia 2: this is another place full of graffiti and history, Learn about the history of the largest urban mass grave in the world, which is in Commune 13.

Combine visits to Guatape Rock and a local coffee farm in a single day tour from Medellin. With a guide in the lead and transportation included, this multi-stop tour is stress-free, creating a much easier and more in-depth experience than doing these activities on your own. Learn about the traditions of Zocalos and the story of the old flooded town in Guatape, then head to the coffee farm to see the process and taste the brew.

Experience Medellin after dark with this guided bicycle tour of the city. Your local guide will take you and a small group of fellow cyclists through some of the prettiest parts of town, including Pueblito Paiso, Plaza Cisneros, Estadio Atanasiao Giardot, and Parques del Rio, showing you plenty of off-the-beaten-track sights along the way.

Immerse yourself in the world of Colombian coffee on this small-group tour from Medellin. Get out of the city and take in the beauty of the surroundings; you can focus on enjoying it instead of worrying about driving and directions since all private transportation is included. Learn about the process of coffee-making at an organic coffee farm, from bean to cup, and taste some samples of different brews.

Immerse yourself in the culture and art of Medellin's Communa 13 on this urban tour. Join a group and travel with a dedicated guide, who answers all your questions about the colorful neighborhood and its transformation. Learn about the vibrant street art and graffiti, take plenty of great photos, and how love, hope, life, resistance, and resilience have shaped the district. In the end, receive a gift of gourmet coffee from a local brand.

Explore the top sights in Medellín with the help of a private guide on this customizable 3-hour tour. Journey by private, air-conditioned vehicle to visit Pueblito Paisa, a replica of a typical Colombian village with amazing views. Then check out Barefoot Park (Parque de las Pies Descalzos) and Botero Plaza, where nearly a dozen statues by the famous artist reside. Your professional guide is more than willing to personalize your trip itinerary to fit your specific interests, so make sure to ask. Your private Medellín excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport, professional guide and a private vehicle.

Exploring Medellin by bike means access to hidden back roads, quiet parks, and viewpoints, but local knowledge is essential for finding a safe and fun route through the city. Join a local guide for a Medellin bike tour that includes colorful neighborhoods, stops for drinks and snacks, and plenty of photo breaks along the way.

Learn about Medellin’s turbulent history through the medium of street art on a tour of Comuna 13, a neighborhood that’s undergone a radical transformation. Before you discover the colorful murals of the area, you’ll sample different varieties of exotic fruit, take a cable car to the hills, and ride an electric escalator to an elevated vantage point. Plus, convenient hotel pickup and drop-off mean you don’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.

Overcome the language barrier and feast your senses on the full spectrum of Medellin’s local cuisine on a private street food tour that takes you to parts of the city that you might otherwise have missed. Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide as you sample signature snacks such as *empanadas* and *buñuelos* (cheese fritters).

Mix it up in Medellín thanks to this excursion combining sightseeing and a fun-filled food and pub crawl. Get a taste of traditional Colombian life at the Pueblito Paisa before returning to the city to explore a variety of bars along 33 Boulevard and the El Poblado and Barrio Colombia areas. Snacks and beverages are included.

Delve into the rich contemporary culture of Medellín on a 9-hour private guided tour of the city featuring street art and graffiti. Cross popular attractions off your sightseeing list and then ride the aerial tram to the hillside neighborhood of San Javier for a walking tour of local street art that expresses the neighborhood’s identity.

Get the best of city and country in a single day on this private tour from Medellín. Cross major attractions off your sightseeing list before heading to the country for an all-terrain vehicle adventure with views of the city and mountains beyond. Enjoy round-trip transportation from your hotel for a seamless experience.

Explore the lively markets of Medellin on this guided tour. Your bilingual tour leader will provide translation assistance and help you navigate the market stalls, take pictures, chat with vendors, and sample traditional foods. Discover exotic fruits, impressive handicrafts, and more. This customizable tour includes private round-trip transport from your hotel.

Colombia’s second-largest city, once solely associated with notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar, has recently undergone a transformation into a thriving modern metropolis. Experience the culinary delights, city sights, and turbulent history of Medellin on this private tour. Tick off top Medellin attractions, including Pueblito Paisa and Plaza Botero; sample Colombian delicacies and drinks; and visit four locations significant to the drug baron, Pablo Escobar. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Taste your way to the Medellin skyline on a half-day, private food tour of the scenic Las Palmas drive and the countryside that includes tastings of local paisa cuisine, and round-trip transport from your Medellin hotel. This culinary tour of the hills surrounding Medellin accommodates your group of up to four people, and offers a local, foodie perspective on Medellin flavors and culture.

Immerse yourself in Medellín's culinary history with our mouthwatering Street Food Tour! Savor iconic Colombian bites like savory empanadas, fluffy arepas, and steaming tamales, and explore the versatility of the plantain. Venture beyond tourist traps to discover hidden gems frequented by locals, savoring authentic flavors and learning the history behind each dish. Fueled by rich Colombian coffee, explore El Poblado alongside passionate local guides, supporting friendly vendors and creating lasting memories in this vibrant culinary adventure! Book your delicious escapade today!

Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s colorful markets by your fluent English, local private guide from the tour company responsible for investing in sustainable tourism projects that have aided local residents, musicians and local artists in this municipality. Delight your tastebuds as you delve into a vast array of mystical fruits straight from the exotic market place and enjoy the most authentic local snacks in the city.  Learn about the nutritonal benefits while you savor exotic fruits that are unique to our region and much more on this 3hour tour!