Medellín: Walking Tour with Cable Car and Botero Plaza
ID: GYG89862-126807
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Experience the main hot spots of Downtown Medellin, learn the historical of the magnificent Botero's statues, hop on board the aerial cable cars and enjoy a spectacular view of the city, walk safely with your guide and feel the vibe in the barrio.
Your licensed and fluent tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or apartment in a new comfortable vehicle. You will be transported to the metro station where you will enjoy a smooth ride along with pleasant views of the city, the river, and of the Andes mountains that surround the valley.
The first stop is downtown Medellin, where you will be mesmerized by the magnificent sculptures of maestro Fernando Botero, one of the world's most renowned sculptors. There is no cost to view these stunning statues. Bring a decent camera and your guides will be delighted to take postcard perfect images of you embracing these larger than life sculptures for your memories.
From here continue on foot to really feel the vibe of the downtown area and experience old colonial churches, plazas, the stunning cultural palace, and much more.
Next, jump on board the Metro cable (aerial cable car) which was constructed for the purpose of alleviating traffic, improving overall city transport and accommodating citizens, enabling them to enjoy connectivity from their respective barrios to the metro, and other means of transport.
This sturdy and well maintained cable car will take you to your next destination, the Santo Domingo Savio library, a modern edifice partially donated by the King of Spain.
You have the option of getting off here for a walk to see the real life in a comuna or barrio with your guide who knows the people and the neighborhood well.
Last, guests will be dropped off at their hotel or place of stay in the same comfortable vehicle.
Highlights
- Learn the historical and artistic context of the magnificent bronze statues of maestro Botero
- Walk safely alongside your expert guide and feel the vibe in the comuna or barrio to see how people live and survive on a daily basis.
- See locals and kids that are sponsored who are moving forward in a peaceful direction
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Hotel pickup (only if you are in El Poblado), guests staying in other areas will need to contact us for a meeting point.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
