Highlights
- Explore Laureles, Medellín's trendiest local neighborhood far from crowds
- Enjoy a deeply personal, educational tour of Paisa culture and history
- Savor a heavy, highly generous feast of hidden street food gems
- Indulge in traditional tamales, hot buñuelos, and loaded Papaz Balvin fries
- Standard and full vegetarian menus available—perfectly adapted for all
Description
Skip the commercial tourist hubs and immerse yourself in the authentic culinary heart of Medellín. Welcome to Laureles, the vibrant, tree-lined neighborhood where true Paisas (Medellín locals) go to dine, socialize, and hang out. Often missed by travelers rushing to El Poblado, Laureles offers a genuine slice of local life, rich culture, and an incredible food scene that is nearly impossible to navigate without an insider guide.
This experience is far more than a tasting walk—it is a deeply personal cultural journey. As you stroll through hidden local hotspots, your expert guide will share the history, secrets, and stories of Medellín, making this more educational than a standard sightseeing tour. Along the way, you will indulge in a massive, highly generous feast of traditional street foods that define Colombian comfort food.
Together, we will sample crispy, golden buñuelos, authentic Colombian tamales, and savory arepas de queso drizzled with sweet lechera (condensed milk). You'll crunch into perfectly fried empanadas and tackle a towering plate of Papaz Balvin—locally famous, heavily loaded French fries smothered in melted cheese and signature sauces. To keep you refreshed in the warm Medellín weather, the tour includes a creamy, tropical limonada de coco (coconut lemonade).
With three daily departures (12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 6:00 PM) and fully realized Standard and Vegetarian menus available, this is the ultimate, filling introduction to the flavors and soul of Medellín!
Includes
6-Stop Guided Food & Culture Tour: Heavy culinary walk through the authentic Laureles neighborhood
Expert Local Guide: 100% fluent English-speaking insider specializing in Paisa history and gastronomy
Traditional Bakery & Street Bites: Hot, golden buñuelos and a sweet-and-savory arepa de queso with lechera
Authentic Main Course: 1 full traditional Colombian tamal wrapped in banana leaves
Artisanal Crispy Empanada: 1 freshly fried empanada (Standard meat filling OR Vegetarian potato filling)
The Heavy Specialty Feast: A shared platter of famous Papaz Balvin loaded French fries (Standard with Colombian sausage and cheese OR Vegetarian with mixed local vegetables and cheese)
Iconic Local Drink: 1 full glass of freshly blended, creamy limonada de coco (coconut lemonade)
Excludes
Additional Drinks: Extra alcoholic or soft beverages outside the specified coconut lemonade
Hotel Transfers: Pickup and drop-off are not included
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
