Laureles Street Food & Culture Tour (Belly-Filling Full Meal)
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
- The Laureles Advantage: Skip the commercial tourist bubble of El Poblado. We take you into Laureles—voted one of the world's coolest neighborhoods—where real Paisas actually live and eat.
- A Full, Belly-Filling Meal: No micro-bites or tiny samples here. This immersive culinary journey features 6 massive local staples—from traditional plantain-leaf tamales to modern, pop-culture-infused Papas Balvin. It completely replaces a major meal.
- Flat, Shaded, & Walkable: Medellín has steep hills, but Laureles is perfectly flat, tree-lined, and easy to navigate. It’s an incredibly comfortable, relaxed summer walk.
- Culture Beyond the Plate: Led by an expert English-speaking local guide, you’ll discover how neighborhood food spots played a central role in Medellín’s inspiring urban transformation.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No health restrictions
What To Expect
The Iconic Crunch (Buñuelos) Kick off your culinary adventure at a legendary neighborhood bakery. You'll taste a freshly fried buñuelo—a crispy, golden, savory-sweet dough ball made with local cheese. It's the ultimate Colombian comfort food and pairs perfectly with a morning breeze.
The Wrapped Tradition (Tamal Antioqueño) Dive deep into regional history with a traditional Colombian tamal. Slow-cooked for hours inside a plantain leaf, this rich corn dough is packed with meats and vegetables, absorbing incredible smoky flavors. It’s a hearty masterpiece usually reserved for family Sundays.
Options
Medellín Food Tour: Hidden Gems & Local Eats in Laureles
What‘s Included
Vegetarian-friendly alternatives available upon request
Guided walk through Laureles, one of Medellín's most authentic neighborhoods
Visits to hidden local favorites and family-run businesses
Refreshing coconut lemonade, a local favorite
Expert local foodie guide
6+ tastings of authentic Colombian street food and local specialties
Stories and insights into Paisa culture, food, and daily life
Small-group experience for a relaxed and personal atmosphere
Additional food or drinks not listed in the tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don't Take this Tour if.......
raymondmA188ZB,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You don't want authentic Colombian food, you don't like getting away from the tourist trap, learning about the city history and culture. Because you're going to get a lot of it on this tour. Raymond helped us experience some of the best street food & Drinks in Medellin. He gives great insight on the process of how some of these dishes are prepared and how it's enjoyed in Columbia. He also exposed us to the more chill neighborhoods that most of us foreigners don't know of or think to venture into. I liked it and had a great time!!! I would take this tour again just to catch up on what's happening in the city even if I haven't been here in sometime. Bring your walking shoes, a empty belly and all the questions because this tour guide has the scoop on a lot of stuff. It was like hanging with a old friend. Thanks again Raymond!
Definitely recommend for anyone!
B7846DAlarad,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have a short time in Medellín and this was perfect!! Raymond was amazing and very knowledgable, not only on the food but also on Colombia and Medellin's history and more! We tried many things from typical meal, savoury street food, sweet street food, Colombian fruits, juices, Colombian beers and more! You get to choose your flavour or ask for recommendations - My favourite was the arepa de chocolo which is a like a sweet arepa with cheese and condescended milk and more! It was a new combination of food for me and it was the best thing ever!! We walked from local neighbourhoods through to more tourist neighbourhoods great for getting to know the area especially with a guide. Raymond speaks both Spanish and English for whatever your preference is! He was super fun and lovely to spend time with! I Definitely recommend!
Amazing food tour. Make sure you book with Raymond!!
211niurkam,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time and tasted delicious food around Medellin. Raymond was very knowledgeable and knew all the good spots. He is very welcoming, hospitable and friendly. Highly recommend this tour. You will have a great time and learn a lot about the food and culture.
Great tour! Great experience! Great person
NorthStar67328090631,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Raymond is by the best tour guide you could ever want! This was an exceptional tour! He goes above and beyond and loves what he does. The foods choices are great and the information received is a bonus
Raymond was the best tour...
Thairy R,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Raymond was the best tour guide we had, went above and beyond for us and had us feeling safe. Would recommend for anyone coming to Medellin he was very knowledgeable of the area and is bilingual.
Delicious tour outside the touristy area of Medellín
E7657CEsarahc,May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a delicious tour with Raymond and got to explore a part of Medellín that we haven’t seen before. Raymond was knowledgeable about the area and knew the good spots to take us. He’s got lots of great stories! And made sure that we were well taken care of during the tour.
Great way to explore typical colombian food!
Venture45574016460,Jan 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great way to explore typical colombian food. Raymond was an excellent guide and took such great care of us. Nice way to get to know Laureles!
Excellent way to see the town. Come hungry!!!
Tour02447639730,Oct 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time walking around and sampling the food and drinks at so many shops in the Provenza area of Medellin. Our guide, Raymond was patient and extremely knowledgeable about the area. He went above and beyond to make sure we were enjoying ourselves, including catering to our personal preferences (BF can't eat ice cream) and a completely unplanned birthday surprise for him. Raymond also took photos of us along the way, which I appreciated as a memento. Raymond knows the area well and is bilingual as the American child of Colombian parents. Bring a doggy bag!! There was SO much food. As good as the food was, I enjoyed learning about the area even more. It's VERY lively, and was just coming to life as we wrapped up our adventure in the evening. Truly a perfect evening in Medellin.
He customized the tour for our food interests.
Mredanderson,Sep 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Raymond was a great host. It was my wife’s birthday and we just moved to Medellin and we wanted to get to know the neighborhood. Because we are already familiar with the local Colombian food Raymond had to change his tour to accommodate us. He did an excellent job. The walk around the neighborhood was really easy. We stopped at a couple tiendas and had some local beers along the way. (Raymond is also an owner of a local nail salon. Don’t forget to ask him about that.) I highly recommend this tour.
Amazing day with a great guide
ties1998,Aug 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our local food tour in Medellin today, the tour itself was great but our tourguide Raymond made it special and personal. He was very easygoing, had great knowledge of the area and the culture and was just a great guy to have around. We really recommend booking a tour (especially with Raymond) if you want to taste and experience the local culture.
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