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Comuna 13 was once a dangerous neighbourhood where few tourists dared to step foot. Nowadays, it’s the place to go to see first hand how this underdog of a city has been revitalized into one of South America’s cultural hubs. Ride the Medellin MetroCable for fabulous aerial views of the city tour the city’s vibrant street art and stop by street markets to try authentic local fare and peruse handmade arts and crafts.

Immerse yourself in the daily life of the city; live, walk, smell and taste the culture of Medellin while sharing your time with a local, discovering the fascinating urban and social transformation of what was once the most dangerous city in the world. Initially in our tour we will experience Downtown Medellin; we will recognize it's history, it's culture and it's art, we will discover what day to day is like at Downtown Medellin, where approximately 1'200.000 people move daily. We will start our trip using the public transportation, first we will take the train to the Comuna 13, then we will transfer to the cable car that will take us to some of the communities in the hills. At the Comuna 13, we will go to the famous Outdoor Escalators, a unique project in the world framed by the greatest amount of graffiti in Medellin, previously one of the most dangerous areas in the city, we will understand the incredible history and the transformation process that it's inhabitants experienced.

Discover the powerful story of Medellín’s transformation through a real-life walking tour in Comuna 13 — one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. Walk vibrant streets filled with breathtaking graffiti, community art, escalators, and local performers. Learn how this once-dangerous area became a global symbol of hope through resilience, art, and youth leadership. Your bilingual local guide will share true stories from the community while you ride the cable car for a panoramic view of the city. You’ll also enjoy a traditional snack — either a mango-ice treat or a handmade empanada. Ideal for travelers who want to go beyond tourist clichés and connect with the real Medellín. – 3-hour guided experience – Includes cable car ride and snack – Group limited to 10 for a local vibe – Real stories, powerful murals, and unforgettable views

Discover all that Medellín has to offer during this comprehensive 8-hour exploration of the city’s top sights. During the course of your full-day trip you’ll visit notable attractions including Botero Plaza, the nature reserve of Arví Park, a replica of a traditional Colombian village at ‘Pueblito Paisa’ (Little Town), Barefoot Park, the Park of Lights, Medellín’s innovative Metro, the Botanical Garden, the urban escalator in the former slum of Comuna 13 and the outlying areas of Sabaneta and Envigado. Your Medellín excursion also covers admission fees, all activities, a driver-guide and round-trip hotel transport.

On this tour you will have the opportunity to do two tours in one, there are two different stories, you will learn about the transformation of Medellin, we will visit several points in the city, at each point we will explain its data and history in detail, it is a very complete tour and with the best attention so that you enjoy this experience

Delve deeper into the contemporary culture of Medellín than you would alone on a private tour that focuses on street art and food. Cross popular attractions off your sightseeing list and then ride the aerial tram to the hillside neighborhood of San Javier for a walking tour of local street art that expresses the neighborhood’s identity.

Nous avons condensé le meilleur en une visite d'environ 3h30. Nous vous emmènerons vivre une journée réellement immersive : nous utiliserons les transports en commun comme les locaux et apprendrons d'eux. Vous découvrirez ensuite la transformation de Medellín, passée de la violence à un pôle d'innovation, avec une perspective respectueuse et objective au Musée de la Mémoire, tout en explorant des lieux hors des sentiers battus. Veuillez vérifier la disponibilité juste après avoir réservé le tour. Nous opérons généralement avec un minimum de réservations. POINTS FORTS - Mémorial des victimes d'Escobar - Anglais ou français natifs pour ne rien manquer ! - Accès coupe-file (nous détestons aussi les longues files du métro) - 70 % du tour à l'abri de la pluie - 40 % de marche seulement, un parcours très dynamique - Visite guidée du Musée de la Mémoire (si ouvert) - Sites de street art - Survol en téléphérique et trajet en tramway - Marché local et saveurs typiques

Immerse yourself in the culture and art of Medellin's Comuna 13 on this urban tour. Join a group and travel with a dedicated guide who answers your questions about the colorful neighborhood and its transformation. Learn about vibrant street art and graffiti, take great photos, and see how love, hope, life, resistance, and resilience have shaped the district. Enjoy a gift of gourmet coffee or tea and receive a certified Colombian emerald.

Learn the true story of Pablo Escobar on a half-day, small group tour of Medellin and Comuna 13 that explores his early days, time in prison, dramatic escape, and death, as well as the impact of drug cartels on the local community. You'll hear stories from the years when drug cartels ruled the city, visit the grave sites of the Escobar family, and see the extraordinary recovery and street art of Comuna 13, with all transport by climate-controlled minivan.

With miles of lush forests and backcountry trails, the countryside around Medellín offers an idyllic backdrop for a horseback riding adventure. This half-day ride is suitable for both complete beginners and experienced riders, and will take you to parts of the Andes mountain range that cars can't reach, with views over Rionegro and Llanogrande.

Discover Comuna 13 from an authentic, comfortable, and fully personalized perspective. Unlike traditional group tours, this private experience is designed for travelers who want to explore at their own pace, with the comfort of private transportation and the dedicated attention of a bilingual guide. More than simply visiting a tourist attraction, you will experience the real story behind one of Medellín’s most remarkable urban transformations. During the Metrocable ride and your walk through the iconic outdoor escalators, you’ll gain insight into the historical, cultural, and social context that shaped Comuna 13, while discovering its vibrant street art, local galleries, and traditional flavors. Our approach combines comfort, flexibility, and a more personal and enriching experience—ideal for travelers seeking a more authentic and exclusive way to discover Medellín.

See how one of Medellin’s most dangerous areas has been transformed by artwork on a tour of Comuna 13, downtown Medellin, and Pueblito Paisa that includes a ride on Medellin cable cars. From open-air sculptures by Botero to street painting and graffiti, this tour explores the city’s creative side; while navigating the city’s public transit can be time-consuming, round-trip transport from your hotel gets you straight to exploring.

Comuna 13 was one of Medellin’s most dangerous neighborhoods during the rule of Pablo Escobar. Now, the barrio has transformed into a hub for creative expression. Get an insider glimpse into the area on a graffiti and street art tour of Comuna 13, an alternative sightseeing experience ideal for travelers seeking out a different side of the city. Plus, unlike on other art tours, you’ll meet local artists and discuss their urban murals in depth.

Discover Medellín like a local on a private city tour that blends history, innovation, and authentic Colombian flavor. Led by passionate local guides this customized experience takes you beyond the usual tourist spots and into the real heart of the city — at your pace and on your terms. This unique tour experience is specially design for families-Solo travelers-couples -friends; and it will give you an experience of a lifetime.

Learn all about coffee and its production on a full-day tour to San Sebastián de Palmitas from Medellin. Don the clothes of a traditional coffee worker and see what a typical day is like. Then sample various coffee drinks and snacks from the local area before sitting down to a delicious lunch to complete your immersive experience.

Feast your senses on all aspects of Medellin during a sightseeing tour that includes fruit tasting at a local market. Ideal if you’re visiting for the first time, this tour covers top attractions such as Comuna 13 and Plaza Botero, and helps you overcome the language barrier with the help of your Spanish-speaking guide.

This tour covers Pablo's tour and the Comuna 13 tour all in one day. Our guides speak perfect English and Spanish and know the complete history of each place that you will visit. Their will be opportunities to shop for souvenirs and to take some amazing pictures. The tour is completely private which we prefer as this way we can dedicate our time to you, answer any questions, and move at your pace. Here at Medellin, we are not just your tour guides, but your new friends in Medellin!

Learn all about the rise and fall of the notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar during a themed tour in Medellín. Visit the infamous character’s final resting place, see the lavish high-rise complex where Escobar once rubbed shoulders with Colombia’s elite, and learn about the mysterious circumstances of December 1993, when Escobar met his end, with plenty of add-on packages available.

Get an insider’s look at the life of notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar during this private half-day excursion in Medellin. Learn the true stories behind this mythical figure from a local expert, visiting key locations like the soccer field he built for the community, the house where he was murdered on the roof, and the cemetery where he’s buried, plus much more. Delve deeper into Escobar's life by selecting the option that also includes a visit to his former home-jail.

This combo tour will surpass your expectations. No need to do three separate tours when you can knock off all the main Pablo sites with his old jail and the Comuna 13 graffiti barrio in one. A free pick up at your hotel lobby or place of stay is included. All of our vehicles are comfortable, fully equipped with working air conditioning and ample room. Enjoy the views as we drive through Medellin and visit other counties outside the city.

This tour encompasses the traditional Graffiti tour in Comuna 13 and a new more genuine and much less touristy (but extremely safe) graffiti tour in a real barrio in Medellin. This Full-Day Graffiti Tour is the Best Urban Experience you can have in Medellin. In this experience we put together two beautiful experiences and places. First, the must-do activity in Medellin, the graffiti tour in Comuna 13. Second, a much less touristy area of Medellin full of beautiful and meaningful murals in Comuna 3. Visiting both locations will give you a deep understanding of the transformation of Medellin through the art and its people. Also an insight of the consequences of the conflict in Colombia that derived in the origin of these neighborhoods. Also includes a typical lunch and taking this tour we also donate part of the money for the community. This is a very moving, educational, fun and artistic tour, book now we promise you won’t regret it. A very much unmissable experience.

Discover the best of Medellin in a day. In the morning you will walk through Commune 13, with its colorful graffiti, escalators and unique handmade ice cream. At noon, enjoy a typical lunch like the famous Paisa Tray. In the afternoon, get to know the Metro and Metrocable, marvel at Botero’s sculptures in Plaza Botero and finish in Pueblito Paisa, exploring crafts, gastronomy and spectacular views of the city.

Come and enjoy an unforgettable night with your friends or partner, a Mexican night with live Mariachi and varied music where you can dance and sing, so you can enjoy a night in Medellin, you cannot miss it, it is an experience that will delight you. You are going to tell your family how much you are going to like it.

In this tour you can live the complete experience of commune 13, knowing the history of the commune , emblematic places, murals and graffiti that tell a little of the past, you will try typical snacks of the area and finally be your own artist personalizing one of the garments that we will give you at the end of the tour and taking one of the best memories made by yourself.