
Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 53 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas worth booking?
Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas is a 4-hour experience in Medellín, Colombia, from $37 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 53 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (53)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $37 per person
Ready to experience the real Colombia? This fresh new tour introduces you to the Medellin's unique football culture. And we’re going to take you back to where it all started, in the streets. Witness the city’s passion for the game at the largest outdoor sports centre in the city. Here we learn about how football arrived in Colombia, how the streets created ‘microfutbol’, and all the controversies from the cartel era of football in the 80s and 90s. Watch a spectacular show from the city’s top football freestyler, with a brief chance to show him what you’ve got too… Lastly, your local guide takes you to a raw and real neighbourhood where we enjoy VIP seats at the world’s greatest local street football tournament. Expect magical skills, beautiful goals, and a cracking atmosphere. While you take in the scenes, enjoy a delicious giant empanada from a famous community spot. When the final whistle blows, your local guide stays with you to help arrange a taxi home.
What you get
About this experience
Ready to experience the real Colombia? This fresh new tour introduces you to the Medellin's unique football culture. And we’re going to take you back to where it all started, in the streets. Witness the city’s passion for the game at the largest outdoor sports centre in the city. Here we learn about how football arrived in Colombia, how the streets created ‘microfutbol’, and all the controversies from the cartel era of football in the 80s and 90s. Watch a spectacular show from the city’s top football freestyler, with a brief chance to show him what you’ve got too… Lastly, your local guide takes you to a raw and real neighbourhood where we enjoy VIP seats at the world’s greatest local street football tournament. Expect magical skills, beautiful goals, and a cracking atmosphere. While you take in the scenes, enjoy a delicious giant empanada from a famous community spot. When the final whistle blows, your local guide stays with you to help arrange a taxi home.
What's included
Included
- Live freestyle football show
- Immersive cultural visit to a local neighbourhood
- Local guide
- VIP seats at street football tournament
- Facts and information about Colombian football
- Insurance
- Dinner
Not included
- Private transportation
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
The meeting point of the tour. Here, you will learn about Medellin's rich football history in a guided tour + a freestyle football show!
60 minutes here
The big event. Enjoy VIP seats, drinks and a giant empanada at Medellin's top flight of street football. It's like watching real-life FIFA Street!
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Medellín
Unidad Deportiva de Belén - West Entrance When you arrive, we wait for you under the covered benches with the black roofs.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We help tourgoers get their rides back to their Airbnbs, hostels, hotels, etc. from the secret location.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Barrio Ballers
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 53 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
53 verified traveler reviews for Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing value for money
Super cool, unique experience. Matt was super informative and made a great effort to make sure we all had a great time. Went with about 10 from our hostel, would highly recommend!!
via Tripadvisor
A proper Colombian experience!
Amazing local street football tournament experience! I had the chance to attend a street football tournament in Medellín and it was an incredible experience to watch it alongside the locals. You really get a genuine feel for the passion this city has for football. Matt, the organizer, took excellent care of us and had everything perfectly arranged from start to finish. The football itself was top level, and the fireworks going off throughout the tournament made it a real spectacle. If you want an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience in Medellín, I’d highly recommend joining one of these tournaments. Great vibes, great football, and a great way to connect with local culture.
via Tripadvisor
Best night I’ve had in Medellin
This was one of the best experiences I've had in Medellín, and that's saying something after living here for five years. It was such a raw, authentic cultural experience. Incredible from start to finish. Matt and David made the whole night special, full of laughs, surprises, and genuine fun. The football tournament was honestly one of the best things I've ever witnessed. The passion was electric, the energy was real, and the whole time you feel completely safe. The locals we met were warm and welcoming, and the standard of football was excellent. You can see the organizers' attention to detail and how much they love what they do. I learned so much about the city and got to explore local neighbourhoods I never would have found on my own. The atmosphere at the tournament was unbeatable, the food was delicious, and I'm so glad I went. I cannot recommend this trip enough!
via Tripadvisor
Amazingggg!
Excellent experience! Amazing form to see the futbol and how impact in Colombia
via Tripadvisor
Transformative street football experience
Truly insane experience. You get a proper insight into the lives of people at Bairro Antioquia and the football is proper as well. Some crazy good players there, fireworks — you get a proper spectacle. Guide’s Matt and David super welcoming as well, always making you feel safe and more than willing to help if you need food/drink during the game.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 19
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Medellín.
How much does Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas cost?
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Prices start at $37 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Medellín usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Medellín is not rushed.
Is Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 53 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Medellín, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas?
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Around 19 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Medellín can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Medellín and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Medellín within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Medellín?
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On Outty we rank every Medellín experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch, Half Day Bike Tour in Medellin - Local snack, Coffee or Beer, Guided Tour of Comuna 13 Medellín with Snacks Included. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Medellín?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Medellín?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas?
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Included: Live freestyle football show; Immersive cultural visit to a local neighbourhood; Local guide; VIP seats at street football tournament; and Facts and information about Colombian football. Not included: Private transportation; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas?
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Unidad Deportiva de Belén - West Entrance When you arrive, we wait for you under the covered benches with the black roofs. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Medellín. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Medellin Street Football with Giant Empanadas?
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Across 53 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include organization, food and drink. Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
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