Top Medellín Street Food Tours

Experience a day in the life of the Colombian countryside on this tour of a coffee farm in San Sebastian de Palmitas, just 45 minutes from Medellin. Learn about the origin of coffee and how it's traditionally harvested, roasted, and prepared—taste a cup for yourself along with a popular snack. Then, take a horseback ride up to a vista point in the mountains before heading back to Medellin.

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.

Enjoy unrivaled views of Medellin during a private, half-day paragliding adventure that reveals the city and its natural surroundings from a completely new perspective. Opting for a private tour means you won't have to wait around for lots of people to take their turn—instead, you'll satisfy an appetite for adventure straightaway. Your guide also films your experience and you'll have the chance to purchase photos and videos afterwards.

Enjoy a private tour of Guatape from Medellin. Tour the colorful streets of this colonial town and climb the Rock of Peñol for stunning views of the surrounding area. Cross the reservoir on a boat tour and listen to commentary that delves deep into the history of the area. This tour includes breakfast, lunch, travel insurance, and transport.

Learn about the coffee production process from bean to cup on this half-day tour. Enjoy the scenery as you ride from Medellin to the countryside, then sample delicious Colombian coffee as you discover the production stages including planting, de-pulping, fermenting, roasting, and grinding. Tour the coffee farm and try picking some of the beans yourself.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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!

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.

Shop like a true Medellín local during this fascinating 4-hour exploration of the city’s sprawling ‘La Minorista’ market. Explore the wonderful chaos of the market’s stalls with your guide, admiring its selection of fresh fruit, vegetable and flowers. The market offers almost everything one can imagine, ranging from food to the so-called “curanderos”, traditional healers selling dried herbs and other plant-based essences. You'll also get to sample a mouth-watering array of exotic tropical fruits, many of which you’ve likely never heard of before. If you’re up for it, you can even try out your bargaining skills with a local vendor. This market-themed excursion also covers a coffee break, fruit tasting, traditional gourmet lunch in the market, juice and round-triop hotel transport.

Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s colorful neighborhoods 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 graffiti artists in the Comuna 13. Be mesmerized with the elaborate street art by talented artists who went from dodging bullets to creating masterpieces. Learn the intricacies as you meet the local community and learn about the transformation in this neighborhood that was considered the most dangerous one in the world. Take a safe ride in the cable car and enjoy incredible vistas of the city and neighborhood from the top of the summit in Aurora cable station. Delight your taste buds as you delve into a vast array of mystical fruits straight from the exotic marketplace. Learn about the nutritional benefits while you savor exotic fruits that are unique to our region and much more on this 4 hour tour!

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!

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!

Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s colorful neighborhoods 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 graffiti artists in the Comuna 13. Be mesmerized with the elaborate street art by talented artists who went from dodging bullets to creating masterpieces. Learn the intricacies as you meet the local community and learn about the transformation in this neighborhood that was considered the most dangerous one in the world. Take a safe ride in the cable car and enjoy incredible vistas of the city and neighborhood from the top of the summit in Aurora cable station. Delight your taste buds as you delve into a vast array of mystical fruits straight from the exotic marketplace. Learn about the nutritional benefits while you savor exotic fruits that are unique to our region and much more on this 4 hour tour!

Experience the full range of what Medellin has to offer in this comprehensive tour of the city. You'll visit various locations and learn about the social transformation that has taken place in Medellin over the past few decades. Our itinerary includes a visit to the site of Escobar's former building, Plaza Botero, the "Pueblito Paisa", and the vibrant Comuna 13. This private tour will provide insight into Medellin's tumultuous past, as well as its present and future. Discover the many facets of this city, which is much more than just its reputation.

Delight tasting and discovering fruits, vegetables and foods that represent us with the true flavor of our region.

Town Experiences is a boutique digital travel agency. This means we really focus on details. We will thrive to make this experience unforgettable for you and your party. We focus on small details that will captivate you and make you fall in love with our country. Our specialized travel buddies will teach you about Colombian culture and gastronomy. This Experience is perfect for families, couples, solo travelers, and friends. If you are in a hurry or if you have time to spare, this experience is for you. You own this experience, that's why it is 100% customizable. We truly want our clients to understand and see the social transformation Medellín had in the last decades. Learn in this private experience about the dark days the city and its people witnessed while also learning about the city's present and future. Medellín is so much more than what it is commonly known. We will show you the city as a true local in an amazing customizable private experience.

Our gastronomical tour is unique in that it offers a comprehensive and authentic experience of Colombian cuisine and culture. Our clients will have the opportunity to visit traditional markets and farms, sample a variety of local dishes, learn about the history and culture of the region, and visit local restaurants, where they will be able to taste a variety of traditional Colombian dishes, crafted by local chefs using fresh and high-quality ingredients. Additionally, we will also visit a vivarium where they can learn about Colombian coffee and taste some of the best Colombian coffee, also they can visit a flower nursery where they can admire the beauty of nature. All of this will be accompanied by friendly and knowledgeable guides who will ensure that our clients have an unforgettable and truly authentic experience.