Medellin: Comuna 13 and old town guided tour 1 day

Where : Medellín

Tomplanmytrip connects you with this local expert to learn more about Medellin and its history.

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1 Day

French, Spanish, English

Deposit required. Free cancellation +72h before visit.

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Resilience and Innovation

Immerse yourself in the fascinating and tragic history of the city of eternal spring.

Embark on a powerful cultural experience in Medellin. Discover a dark past marked by violence, then the desire for change initiated by the inhabitants. Comuna 13 is one of the symbols of this social transformation. The cultural venues in the historic center also tell the story of the past and the present dynamics of this city full of surprises.

Roadmap

1 Day

9.00am Visit of the old center
~1.00pm Lunch with a local, then visit to Comuna 13
5.00pm End of this great cultural adventure

What to expect

Historic Center and Comuna 13

Visit various cultural sites in the old center, such as Plaza Botero and its famous bronze statues, to experience the complexity of Medellin's history.

Take the metro and then hop on a cable car to enjoy the view and understand the importance of this type of transport, which connects sensitive neighborhoods to the rest of the city.

Now it's off to the famous Comuna 13 and its graffiti for a meal with a local. It was a friendly and moving experience.

With its violent past marked by armed conflict, this district today symbolizes social transformation and innovation in Colombia.

Discover Comuna 13 through the poignant testimonies of its residents and the street art that is the living memory of its history.

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Important information

Prices are for up to 4 people. If the number of people increases, the price per person decreases.
The price includes an English-speaking guide.
Book 2-3 days in advance to guarantee availability.
Protect yourself from the sun.
You'll walk a lot on this tour, so make sure you wear appropriate footwear.
Prices correspond to a private package. You can also join a group for better rates. If you are interested in this option, please request it in advance.

What's included

English-speaking guide.
Public transport: metro, cable car and bus.
Tour of the historic center.
Coffee in an emblematic tango bar.
Cable car tour.
Visit of the Comuna 13 and its street art.
Lunch with a local.
Home-made ice cream.

Options to confirm with your expert

Prices:

Prices are subject to the options chosen, the number of people, and exchange rate fluctuations.
Prices are indicative and should be confirmed with your expert.

Choose a private or shared tour:

The prices on the page correspond to a private tour.
Shared tour: the agency may try to add you to a group to reduce costs. Depending on availability and the number of travelers.

Our review

Why choose this option:

Learn about some of Medellin's history.
Learn more about the dynamics of the city, how it works, and its inhabitants.
Discover the transformation of Comuna 13, with graffiti and street art as its spokespeople.
Having a complex history explained to you in English.
A meal in a traditional home lets you talk to the locals.
Experience public transport in Colombia, including the cable car ride, an essential mode of transport for the city.

What may disappoint:

This tour introduces the city's history through places, anecdotes, and key facts, so don't expect a history lesson.

Why this expert?

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