A Taste of Colombia Medellin Market Tour and Lunch

Las Malvinas: Tour produce stalls, meet vendors, and taste local fruits.

Meet Leonor: Intros, tour expectations, and market tote bags!

Meet Leonor: introductions; a brief history of Central Mayorista; and what to expect when we start exploring the market complex.

Meet Leonor: Get your complimentary market tote bag! Great to have if you want to buy fruits and other products during the tour!

La Central Mayorista is the largest wholesale market complex serving the greater Medellin region, from families, restaurants, and even grocery stores.

Seeds & Spices Shop: Learn about essential Colombian seeds, herbs, and spices.

Duration2h - 3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Ready for a true taste of Colombia? Join us in this small group tour for an immersive walking adventure through Medellín's iconic Central Mayorista de Antioquia with a local culinary guide. This isn't just a market visit – it's a "market-to-table" journey!

You'll explore a kaleidoscope of fresh produce and goods, learning about the cornerstone ingredients that define Colombian cuisine. Understand how these items shape local dishes and deeply connect to the region's daily life and culture. Engage with vendors and purveyors, savor delicious local fruits and delicacies, and take some for home in your traditionally inspired market tote bag. The tour concludes with a hearty, authentic Antioqueño meal – the perfect end to your culinary exploration!

What's included

100% Cotton Market Tote Bag - inspired by Wayuu mochilas
Eco-friendly Utensils and Napkins (for sample tasting)
10-12 local fruit samples and Colombian delicacies
An authentic Antioqueño meal with your choice of protein. Served with side dishes and drinks.

Feel free to bring your own water bottle for the walking part of the experience
Spending Money (if you would like to buy items at the market)

What to expect

2h

Our immersive Medellín Market Tour & Lunch will occur inside the historic Central Mayorista de Antioquia, the city's largest market. Within the complex, the walking tour will make the following stops:
- Seeds & Spices Shop (15 mins): Learn about essential Colombian seeds, herbs, and spices.
- Las Malvinas (45 mins): Tour produce stalls, meet vendors, and taste local fruits.
- Sweets & Spirits (30 mins): Taste and learn about Colombian bocadillo and aguardiente.
- Lunch at Al Carbon (45-60 mins): Back to our meeting point to enjoy an authentic Antioqueño meal and wrap up your tour!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our tour location is Medellin's Central Mayorista de Antioquia, a big market complex. Please meet Leonor, your local guide and experienced cook, at Al Carbon Restaurant on the 2nd floor of Supermercado Boom inside Central Mayorista. We will share more details when we connect with you via WhatsApp.

End point

Our tour location is Medellin's Central Mayorista de Antioquia, a big market complex. Please meet Leonor, your local guide and experienced cook, at Al Carbon Restaurant on the 2nd floor of Supermercado Boom inside Central Mayorista. We will share more details when we connect with you via WhatsApp.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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