Medellin: Private Tour to Pablo`s Prison
ID: GYG963136-1497942
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Discover the shocking truths and secrets behind La Catedral on a guided tour. Learn about the dramatic escape that humiliated the Colombian government and enjoy panoramic views of Medellín.
Discover one of Medellín’s most infamous and mysterious landmarks on this exclusive 3-hour tour to La Catedral, the luxurious private prison Pablo Escobar built for himself. Hidden in the hills of Envigado, this site offers breathtaking panoramic views of Medellín while unveiling the shocking truths and secrets behind its walls.
Your expert guide will take you on a journey through history, sharing fascinating and little-known anecdotes about Escobar’s time inside La Catedral. Learn about the unbelievable luxuries he enjoyed, the corruption that allowed him to operate freely, and the dramatic escape that humiliated the Colombian government.
Unlike other tours, this experience doesn’t glorify Escobar but instead provides a deep historical insight into the devastating impact of his reign and how Colombia has fought to move past its darkest era.
Highlights
- Learn about the shocking truths and secrets behind the walls of La Catedral
- Discover the dramatic escape that humiliated the Colombian government
- Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Medellín from the hills of Envigado
- Hear fascinating and little-known anecdotes about Pablo Escobar’s time inside
- Gain a deep historical insight into the devastating impact of Escobar's reign
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes as there is some walking involved
Bring a camera to capture the stunning views
It's recommended to bring water and sunscreen
This tour does not glorify Pablo Escobar but aims to provide historical insight
INCLUDED
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Fuel surcharge
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
