Medellín: Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour with Local Guide Tour in English
ID: GYG283367-628911
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Explore the Comuna 13 district, learn about the troubled history of Medellín while checking out amazing street art and meeting artists and local residents in the community.
Meet your guide in the metro station to begin the tour and experience Medellín like a local. Learn all about the stations and key points in the city as well as how the metro system helped shape the new Medellin.
When arriving at the connecting station, hop on a cable car up the hill. As you go, admire the panoramic views of the city and find out about its evolving history and troubled past. At the top, stop to sample local snacks and take a short ride on the bus toward the Comuna 13 district.
At the Comuna 13, the real fun begins. An enthusiastic guide will explain all the positive changes made to transform what was once one of the most dangerous communities in South America into a symbol of the new Medellín.
You will have time to take in all the amazing street art and ride the electric outdoor escalators to the top observation deck, which offers incredible views. Listen to insights about Medellín, interesting stories from the guides, meet locals and learn about the library that works as a community center before returning to Poblado metro station.
Highlights
- Explore the most colorful neighborhood in Medellín and pictures of the graffiti walls
- Enjoy the panoramic views of the city from the cable cars
- Take a ride on the metro across the city like a local
- Interact with local residents
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Don't forget to charge you camera and wear comfortable shoes
By the ticket counter, Estación Poblado, Cl. 10, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
