Comuna 13 Private Experience 5H
ID: GYG451858-810683
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Country: Colombia
Country: Colombia
Duration: 05:00 hours
Description
The Comuna 13 Tour is a decision not to think twice, understand a big portion on how war was in Medellín due to narcotraffic and how art and social work had a great positive impact on the community.
If you are into knowing the hidden art and characters of a place, this graffiti tour is perfect for you!
The Comuna 13 in Medellin is a place known once for its complex social background, but now it’s a graffiti and street art reference in the country.
First of all, the tour guide will pick you up at your hotel and he will take you to the comuna 13 to the famous graffities. Along this trip the bilingual local guide will talk to you about metro system, its history and how commuting in Medellín is.
Once there, you will walk along the brick made houses and San Javier neighborhood, understanding the war that terrified its families due to narcotraffic and guerrillas and how this, combined with poverty, made it one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Latin America in the past.
As the tour gets immersed in the graffiti area, you will get to listen to the history on how a kind of art which started like action of vandalism, even punished with jail, grew into the most iconic features of this comuna. As well as getting an idea on how the neighborhood was and how it is nowadays. After going over the graffiti in depth, you would finish the tour by coming back using metro and remembering that art opens frontiers when nobody else could.
Come and get amazed by the detailed graffiti and the warmth of the local people.
Let us bring you wider perspectives of our beautiful Colombia.
If you are into knowing the hidden art and characters of a place, this graffiti tour is perfect for you!
The Comuna 13 in Medellin is a place known once for its complex social background, but now it’s a graffiti and street art reference in the country.
First of all, the tour guide will pick you up at your hotel and he will take you to the comuna 13 to the famous graffities. Along this trip the bilingual local guide will talk to you about metro system, its history and how commuting in Medellín is.
Once there, you will walk along the brick made houses and San Javier neighborhood, understanding the war that terrified its families due to narcotraffic and guerrillas and how this, combined with poverty, made it one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Latin America in the past.
As the tour gets immersed in the graffiti area, you will get to listen to the history on how a kind of art which started like action of vandalism, even punished with jail, grew into the most iconic features of this comuna. As well as getting an idea on how the neighborhood was and how it is nowadays. After going over the graffiti in depth, you would finish the tour by coming back using metro and remembering that art opens frontiers when nobody else could.
Come and get amazed by the detailed graffiti and the warmth of the local people.
Let us bring you wider perspectives of our beautiful Colombia.
Highlights
- A personalized tour around San Javier neighborhood and Comuna 13
- Historical landmarks about war and transformation of the zone
- An authentic travel experience immerses you in the local culture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Be aware most part of this tour is walking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Bring comfortable shoes and water
Don’t forget your camera
Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen
We pick-up our clients anywhere within Medellin city - hotels, hostels, vacation rentals and points of interest.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Bring comfortable shoes and water
Don’t forget your camera
Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen
We pick-up our clients anywhere within Medellin city - hotels, hostels, vacation rentals and points of interest.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
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.