Medellin: Private Pablo Escobar History Tour
ID: GYG761603-1226671
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Explore Medellin’s dark past on a private tour of Pablo Escobar’s life. Visit key sites with a knowledgeable guide and enjoy round-trip hotel transfers.
Dive into the turbulent history of Medellin with a private tour dedicated to the life and legacy of Pablo Escobar, the city’s most infamous drug lord. Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel, setting the stage for an immersive experience.
Your first stop is the Envigado Memorial Park, formerly known as the Monaco building, where you’ll learn about the early days of Escobar’s empire. Next, visit Dorado's football field, the first one Escobar donated, marking the start of his political career. Here, you’ll gain insights into how he used his wealth and influence to gain power.
Continue to the Itagui Cemetery, where you’ll see the graves of Pablo Escobar, Griselda Blanco, and Gustavo Gaviria, Escobar’s cousin. This somber visit provides a stark reminder of the violent past that once gripped Medellin.
The tour concludes at the rooftop of the house where Escobar met his end, offering a poignant end to your journey through history. Reflect on how Medellin has transformed from a city marred by violence to a vibrant, peaceful community. Afterward, you’ll be dropped off back at your hotel, enriched with a deeper understanding of Medellin’s past and its remarkable recovery.
Highlights
- Feel the weight of history at Escobar’s grave
- Discover the site where Escobar’s political career began
- Visit the rooftop where Escobar’s life ended
- Learn from a knowledgeable guide about Medellin’s transformation
- Enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel transfers
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
INCLUDED
- Private insurance
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bilingual tour guide
- Tour of key Escobar sites
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.