Comuna 8

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 182 Reviews.

Join this Small group half day guided tour any day of the week at 8 AM or 2 PM, and learn more about the life of Pablo Escobar, his impact on the community, and the new version of a very resilient and improved Medellin. Visiting places where Pablo lived while narrating stories about the past and present of this beautiful city that was hurt in so many ways by the drug cartels, also includes transport by air-conditioned minivan. Departure every day at 8 AM and 2 PM from central location in El Poblado, carrera 38 # 9 A-26 in park Lleras. Tour returns to the same location at the end. This tour will provide a great learning experience as to what should NOT happen in society and which characters should be the real heroes. Tour focuses on the victims by telling stories of those who suffer most, like police officers and government officials. Since there is no glorification, at the end you will understand how resilient the people from Medellin have been.

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 15 Reviews.

We are the first to create an experience in the Comuna 8 of Medellin since 2016, a neighborhood that has had a great urban and social transformation in recent years due to the arrival of the first modern streetcar in Colombia, two metrocables to connect the farthest neighborhoods and the Circunvalar Garden being a park full of beautiful nature, birds and one of the best views of the city. In addition, we work hand in hand with the local community so that tourism has a positive impact on the territory. Paris is famous for its tower, London for its clock, New York for its skyscrapers and Medellín for its social and urban transformation. That's why we want you to learn about its history, growth, development and understand why in 2013 we were listed as "the most innovative city in the world" by the City Bank and the Wall Street Journal. And what better place to learn first-hand about this transformation than the famous but still secret Comuna 8?

Rated 5 Stars, based on 35 Reviews.

This is not the typical Comuna 13 – Graffiti tour, we decided to add a visit to a vibrant, colorful, cultural and diverse "PLAZA DE MERCADO" to our experience, in Colombia "Plazas de Mercado" refers to traditional marketplaces where farmers and locals buy and sell a wide variety of fresh fruits, plants, vegetables, flowers, handicrafts and other goods. These markets are not only places to shop but also vibrant hubs of cultural, social and economic activity, where we can experience the city's real culture and atmosphere, we'll immerse into the daily life of Medellín residents nicknamed "Paisas", and really understand their collective background and culture. And of course! we'll have the opportunity to try some delicious exotic fruits surrounded by friendly locals, life and traditions!! So, if you're planning to visit Comuna 13, why not make the most of it and visit another unique highlight and discover two completely different and fascinating worlds right beside each other?

If you hate waiting and walking behind big groups or just have a short time to explore Medellín, this is the perfect tour for you, we will cut to the chase and show you the most important spots without wasting time on unnecessary details. This tour takes you to one of the most captivating places of Colombia, a place full of contrasts, life, death, diversity, unity, violent history and vibrant culture: COMUNA 13, once known as one of the most dangerous places on earth, has undergone a remarkable transformation thanks to the talent and resilience of its people, we'll immerse ourselves in its complex history going through hidden alleys, passageways and different neighborhoods, so we can deeply understand how all of this happened, and more amazing, how did they manage to change? We'll learn and experience how the social investments, the Hip Hop culture and art have played a role in this community's resurgence and metamorphosis.

Beyond the numbers, military operations and casualties, Comuna 13 and the city went through certain complex events that now contrast with the artistic and entrepreneurial spirit of its people, so with this tour we want to show the new face of the city, that face of innovation, art and resilience, all through art, culture and urban transformation that the city has had. Nowadays, the people who inhabit this district are example of strength and resilience. The local government has implemented certain programs that have significantly improved living standards. Also, you will learn about the history of our city, with its positive and negative aspects, you will discover the transformation of Medellín. Our goal for visitors is not just to go and take photos, we also work along with this community. – The cable car in San Javier – The escalators – The main neighborhoods and graffities

Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s colorful neighborhoods, public art, and architecture from your private guide. Be mesmerized with the elaborate street art in Comuna 13, meet the local comunity and learn about the transformation in this neighborhood that was considered by many the most dangerous one in  the world, enjoy phenomenal views of the city as you hover over in a cable car, and much more await you on this 3-hour tour.

This is private tour, thus the best chance to take two of the most exciting tours in Medellin, for those travelers who have limited time: First, we focus on discussing different points of view around the country and the problems related to drug trafficking. Our purpose is the understanding of such scourge and its impact in our country, as well as the process the city has gone through in order to become an innovative and safer city. We do not glorify Pablo nor treat him as a hero, we simply seek to understand the political, social and economic context of that time. Secondly,we visit comuna 13, the sample of strength and resilience of Medellin inhabitants. The city hall has implemented certain programs that have significantly improved living standards. You will learn about the history of our city, with its positive and negative aspects, you will discover the transformation of Medellín.

Our tour allows our clients to enjoy two tours in one, the objective is that you feel that a friend accompanies you, shows you the city and teaches you its history, with qualified personnel and private transportation, visiting several places on the same day By learning its history in each place and having the best experiences in our city, we adapt to the demands of our visitors. Dare to know the transformation of Medellin through its history, art, culture and its tourist places

Pablo Escobar was the 7th-richest man in the world. His successful operations had allowed him to own luxurious residences, expensive cars and even airplanes: Monaco building Catedral (Pablo's prison) Cemetery Rooftop at Los Olivos where Pablo was caught Electrical escalators of Comuna 13  Learn how Colombia finally got rid of Pablo on this 5 hours tour that takes you to the places where the druglord was defeated and the innovative comuna 13 community. This tour will provide a great learning experience as to what should NOT happen in society and which characters should be the real heroes. Tour focuses on the victims by telling stories of those who suffer most, like police officers and government officials. Since there is no glorification, at the end you will understand how resilient the people from Medellin have been. In fact, it is the most innovative city.

Medellín is known as the City of Eternal Spring and we want to show you why. Come and join our private Medellín and Comuna 13 tour: our most comprehensive activity in the city.Get personalized insights from our expert guide and visit the most iconic places of Medellín: Comuna 13, San Antonio Park, Placita de Flórez, and some other main spots of Medellin’s downtown. Aside you will have a couple of gastronomic experiences so you can spend your day seeing the whole nine yards! – Historical landmarks in downtown Medellín – Tick off top attractions including Comuna 13, Placita de Flórez, San Antonio Park, Botero Square – Understand Medellín political, economic and social context – Local experiences of traditional food tasting – A day full of contrasts, experiences and memories of Medellín from local’s perspective

The Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour is a decision not to think twice. In this 5-hour tour, you will 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 whole community. Get a local perspective and understand how great art can overcome negative labels such as vandalism. The most spectacular graffiti and history behind them are awaiting for you. Don’t miss it. ● A personalized tour around San Javier neighborhood and Comuna 13 ● Historical landmarks about war and transformation of the zone ● Getting to see outstanding street art while the guide shares insight into the murals you might miss on your own ● An authentic travel experience immerses you in the local culture

the perfect way to see urban development and transformation trough the art, from the violent times to becoming a place of cultural progress and innovation.

Join us on this amazing city tour and graffiti tour in Medellin, and discover the stories and magic transformation of Comuna 13.

Enjoy a half day walking in downtown ''El Centro'' visiting Botero's square, be amaze with the original street art in Comuna 13, and feel the giant Botero statues, colonial churches, magnificent views of the city as you hover over in a cable car and much more await you on this 4- 5-hours private tour. Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s history, artistic neighborhoods, innovation, sustainable tourism and architecture from your private guide.

If you don’t know what to choose, we do it for you: visit the three essential cities in Colombia and get a lifetime experience. You will start in the capital of Colombia, Bogota. You will spend one day discovering the city main spots. On the second day you will explore its surroundings by going to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira. You will fly to Medellin on the third day to enjoy two other days in this spring city. You will spend one day discovering Comuna 13 and Medellin’s downtown and on the other day you will go to Guatape and Piedra del Peñol. You will fly to Cartagena on the sixth day. You will have one day to wander around the walled city and its colorful spots and on the last day you will relax in a small island near the city. Food, history, and lots of fun by the hand of our welcoming locals. • Getting to know three of the must-visit places in Colombia: Bogota, Medellin, and Cartagena. • Diving into Colombian culture through its typical food, music, and landscapes.

Our Private Guatape and Graffiti Tour in just one day encompasses two must-do activities when you visit our beautiful Medellin. First we get to know first-hand the transformation of Medellin through the street-art and this neighborhood's history. We talk about how we passed to be one of the most violent cities in the world to a city with a huge progress in social innovation. We also discuss the challenges we are facing now as a city and the goals we are persuing. After the graffiti tour in Comuna 13 we drive around 2 hours to the magestic big rock and if you decide to climb it you'll see one of the most amazing views. Finally, we visit the colorful and pictoresque Guatape town and we give you a guided tour in its landmarks as we tell you all the history. In conclusion, If you want to cover the Comuna 13 Graffiti tour and Guatape in great detail, guided by a fully bilingual guide and very comfortable in our cars (transportation and guidance are 100% private) then this is it.

Comuna 8 La Sierra tour focuses on having the experience to be immersed in a typical neighborhood in the city, exploring what we want to be known for: education, entrepreneurship, resilience as well as having a better understanding as to the city's background. We also visit part of the historic district, where you can appreciate the Botero's sculptures and the most emblematic buildings of the region. We seek to confront the stigma of being once "the most violent city in the world" and swap it to one of the most innovative cities, which counts with one of the best public transport systems, where its inhabitants, despite adversity, are resilient and have good living standards. We believe in sustainable tourism, and that is why we leave a great percentage of what we make for different social projects aiming to improve the development in the neighborhood we are visiting, where we will have the opportunity to interact and meet the ones who make this experience possible.

This tour has a bilingual guide who will accompany and assist travelers throughout the tour. We start at the pick-up point chosen by the traveler (hotel or Airbnb) from there we go to our first stop, the Medellin cable car or metrocable where we can admire the beauty of the city from above. Then we will walk through the transformation neighborhood (comuna 13) where travelers will be able to share with some of the local characters and artists, making this an unforgettable experience. a beautiful place to take lots of photos of its colorful houses and street art along the way and also to enjoy the best coffee and delicious artisanal ice cream famous in this area of the city and most importantly we will get to know all the details behind the transformation of a neighborhood that is an example of coexistence, full of good energy, music and lots of color.

Experience three incredibly exciting private tours with one expert guide. The tour includes a visit to Pueblito Paisa where you can get an introduction to our city history and get amazing photos of the city from the main terrace. The Comuna 13 tour, including the graffiti tour and electric escalators. and there is also the Pablo Escobar segment which includes the house where the Godfather was murdered, and the cemetery where he is buried in the outskirts of Medellin. Also included is Griselda Blanco´s grave (The Godmother of Cocaine) and Pablo´s cousin and right hand Gustavo Gaviria´s site as well.

Barrio La Sierra or Comuna 8 is another comuna that was ground zero in the drug war and underwent radical transformation when the families realized the resources they had in the hillside of Medellín to survive and created a urban coffee farm. You will take the metrocable high above the city to Villa Sierra, one of the first distant hillside neighborhoods to get the tram system. You will learn the history of how the recession of the 1970s and global drug trade of the 1980s pushed farmers into the city, but only to find no place to call home. They made homes on unsanctioned plots of land and used innovative ways to get power, water and simply live. La Sierra survived one of the deadliest conflicts in Medellín by resilience, peace and progression. Walk the streets of Comuna 8, hear their story, and experience the full coffee growing, harvesting, and making process with local farmers right in the hills of Medellín! La Sierra awaits you!