El Poblado walking tour: Street art, history & local spots

See El Poblado beyond the nightlife strip

A shared walking tour of El Poblado led by a certified local guide in Spanish or English, covering Lleras Park, street art murals, Ballerina Park and Parque de la Presidente. The tour runs 2.5 hours and includes a map. You choose the language at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore El Poblado neighborhood highlights

• Begin tour in El Poblado park
• Discover street art at CuadroaCuadro
• Explore murals at Pictopia graffiti
• Relax in Ballerina Park
• Experience Colombian culture at Masaya
• Visit Parque de la Presidente
• See authentic corners of Lleras Park
• Enjoy Colombian food at Wanitta Via Primavera
• Explore shops and galleries on Calle Provence
• Have craft beer at Colombia Craft Brewing Company

The experience

The tour starts in the heart of El Poblado at Lleras Park, but the guide doesn't begin with what you already see. Instead you hear what the park was before: how the neighborhood has shifted and what sits underneath its modern face. From there the route moves into street art: CuadroaCuadro shows you local artists' techniques and the stories behind individual works, then Pictopia takes you deeper into an open-air museum of color and competing styles. The contrast is the point. Each mural carries a different message and a different hand.

The walk passes through Ballerina Park, where you learn why the dancer statue matters to the neighborhood, then moves into Masaya for a pause. This is where the pace changes: you're in a relaxed space with live music and artisan cocktails, still part of the tour but with room to breathe. After that comes Parque de la Presidente (a place with real history and meaning to the people who live here), before the route circles back to Lleras Park from a different angle. The guide shows you the corners tourists miss and tells you the stories that explain why the park became what it is.

The final stops are practical and tasty: Wanitta Via Primavera for typical Colombian food (you learn how to order like a local), Calle Provence for designer shops and galleries where you might find a souvenir that actually means something, and Colombia Craft Brewing Company to finish with a craft beer while the guide talks through Medellín's brewing scene. You get a map to take with you, and the guide is certified and speaks either Spanish or English depending on which option you choose at checkout.

What’s included

• A certified professional guide in your chosen language (Spanish or English).
• a free tour map to take with you.

Options for this experience

2 options

English Tour16:00Group tour of the village

Tour in Spanish16:00Group tour of the village,

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 16:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (14 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 13 years): free · Infant (1 to 3 years): free

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Beyond Colombia Free, Group & Private Tours

Is this one for you?Book the Spanish option if you want to practice the language in a real neighborhood context. Choose English if you prefer the guide's full explanations without translation gaps. Either way, this is a shared tour with other travelers, so the pace is steady and the group stays small enough to hear the stories.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 17 years); Child (4 to 13 years): free; Infant (1 to 3 years): free.

What exactly is CuadroaCuadro and what will I see there?

CuadroaCuadro is a space dedicated to street art where local artists display their work. The guide walks you through the techniques they use and explains the meaning behind each piece. It's designed for people who want to understand the art, not just pass by it.

Does the tour include food and drinks, or do I pay separately?

The tour stops at places where you can eat and drink (Masaya, Wanitta Via Primavera, and Colombia Craft Brewing Company), but you order and pay for those yourself. The guide recommends dishes and helps you navigate the menus.

How long is the whole tour and what's the pace like?

The tour runs 2.5 hours total. It's a walking tour suitable for all fitness levels, with a built-in pause at Masaya where you can sit down and rest while still being part of the experience.

What's the difference between the street art stops, CuadroaCuadro and Pictopia?

CuadroaCuadro focuses on individual artists and their techniques and meanings. Pictopia is an open-air museum of murals with a wider range of styles and messages. Together they show you different approaches to the same medium.