Overview
Embark on this tour learning the intense history of the Comuna 13 and the city of Medellin!
Start your day with a cable car ride over Comuna 13, a neighborhood shaped by Colombia's internal conflicts, now famous for street art and home to the world's first open-air escalators.
Next, visit Parques del Río, a green space connecting East and West Medellin, followed by Barefoot Park, where you can explore water features and sand paths.
Continue to the Medellin Civic Center, featuring historic landmarks and Botero Plaza, an outdoor gallery of iconic sculptures. You'll also visit the neo-Gothic Cultural Palace and two of Medellin's oldest churches: the Candelaria and Iglesia de la Veracruz.
The tour ends at Parque Memorial Inflexion, a memorial park on the former site of Pablo Escobar's Monaco Building.
Duration: 6 hours
ProviderBnB Colombia Tours
Location
Carrera 2 #43-02, La Candelaria, los olivos, Medellín, La Candelaria, Puerto nare, Antioquia, Colombia
Meeting Point
- Pickup from select Medellin accommodations
Please Note - The map shows the general location of the experience. See booking confirmation email for specific location and arrival instructions.
Customers say that the "Comuna 13 and City Tour" offers an enriching and comprehensive experience of Medellin, with many praising their guides, particularly Erika, for their knowledge, friendliness, and ability to provide insights into the city's history and culture. Guests appreciate the well-organized itinerary that includes visits to colorful murals, local eateries, and significant historical sites, all while feeling safe and comfortable. The tours are noted for their engaging storytelling and the opportunity to explore both the beauty and complex history of Medellin, making it a highly recommended experience.