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Graffiti Tour Comuna 13

GRAFFITI TOUR COMUNA 13

Graffiti tour de la comuna 13 en medellín.

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Conocida anteriormente por ser una de las áreas más turbulentas de la ciudad, la Comuna 13 ha experimentado una transformación impresionante. Hoy en día, se destaca por su impresionante arte callejero que cuenta historias de resiliencia, esperanza y esperanza.

Nuestro tour te llevará por un recorrido guiado a través de las calles de la Comuna 13 , donde aprenderás sobre el contexto histórico y cultural que dio origen a esta explosión artística. Nuestros guías expertos te contarán los detalles más fascinantes de cada mural, revelando los significados ocultos y las inspiradoras historias de los artistas locales.

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Una de las razones por las cuales este tour es tan especial es la oportunidad de interactuar con los talentosos artistas. Tendrás la oportunidad de conocer a los creadores detrás de los murales y escuchar de primera mano cómo el arte ha transformado sus vidas y las de toda la comunidad.

Pero eso no es todo, porque también podrás disfrutar de la impactante vista panorámica de Medellín desde las escaleras eléctricas, una obra maestra de ingeniería que ha ayudado a conectar a la Comuna 13 con el resto de la ciudad.

10 Razones para Realizar el Graffiti Tour de la Comuna 13

• La comuna 13 en Medellín es reconocida como uno de los lugares más importantes para el arte urbano en Colombia y el mundo. Realizar el graffiti tour te permitirá apreciar la gran cantidad de murales coloridos y creativos que adornan las calles de esta comuna.
• El graffiti tour te brindará la oportunidad de conocer la historia y la cultura de la comuna 13 . A través de los murales, podrás aprender sobre los desafíos y logros que ha enfrentado esta comunidad.
• Podrás disfrutar de la experiencia de caminar por las empinadas calles de la comuna 13 mientras admiras la belleza del arte callejero.
• Durante el tour, podrás interactuar con los artistas locales y escuchar de primera mano las historias y técnicas detrás de cada mural.
• El Tour Comuna 13 es una forma de apoyar a los artistas y a la comunidad local. Muchos de los murales son creados por artistas de la comuna 13 y el turismo que generan ayuda a generar ingresos para ellos.
• Además del arte, el graffiti tour también te permitirá conocer el trabajo comunitario que se lleva a cabo en la comuna 13. Podrás aprender sobre los proyectos sociales y las organizaciones que han surgido para mejorar la calidad de vida de los residentes.
• La comuna 13 ha superado su pasado violento y se ha convertido en un ejemplo de transformación urbana. Realizar el graffitour te mostrará cómo esta comunidad ha logrado reinventarse y convertirse en un lugar lleno de vida y creatividad.
• Podrás disfrutar de unas vistas impresionantes de Medellín desde la comuna 13. Algunos de los miradores y escaleras se han convertido en lienzos para los artistas locales, lo que ha dado lugar a impresionantes murales con panorámicas de la ciudad.
• El graffitour te brindará una experiencia única y auténtica de la vida local en Medellín . Podrás ver cómo la comunidad vive y se relaciona con el arte y la expresión urbana.
• Por último, realizar el graffiti tour te permitirá apreciar el poder del arte como una forma de comunicación y transformación social. Podrás ver cómo el graffiti ha ayudado a cambiar la percepción de la comuna 13 y a traer esperanza y belleza a sus calles.

Si quieres tener la mejor información histórica sobre la comuna 13, definitivamente debes realizar el tour con nosotros. Nuestros guías locales y especializados te harán tener la mejor experiencia de tu vida.

PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES

En el tour grupal el tour dura entre 2 horas y media a 3 horas aproximadamente.

Para el tour Privado dura entre 3 a 4 horas.

Uno de los planes que manejamos es el tour privado con transporte desde el hotel (ida y regreso). debes tener en cuenta que el hotel debes estar dentro de la ciudad, sino es así debes consultarlo con el asesor.

Claro que sí. Aunque debes tener en cuenta que hay algunos guías que no viven en la comuna 13, pero son expertos y 100% preparados para que tengas la mejor experiencia.

El tour es para todo tipo de persona y edad. En muchos de los grupos o tours privados llevamos niños, los cuales también disfrutan del lugar, el arte y las bellas fotos.

Horarios Tour COMUNA 13:  

PRIVADO CON TRANSPORTE DES D E EL HOTEL:

El tour se realiza todos los días. Aunque debes tener en cuenta que la reservacón se debe hacer con anticipación.

SI. Porque se debe programar los guías para realizar cada tour.

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Tour hacienda nápoles, tour parapente, tour del café, transporte aeropuerto, tour santa fé de antioquia, planes y tours en la comuna 13.

No te pierdas la oportunidad de descubrir este tesoro artístico y cultural en Medellín. Nuestro tour de Graffiti en la Comuna 13 es una experiencia inolvidable que te sumergirá en la riqueza de la cultura local y te dejará con una nueva perspectiva sobre la ciudad.

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RESERVA RAPIDAMENTE

Como agencia de turismo , nos enorgullece afirmar que nuestra postura es totalmente opuesta a la participación en cualquier forma de turismo sexual que involucre a menores de edad. Valoramos enormemente la importancia de crear un entorno seguro y protegido para cada uno de nuestros visitantes, especialmente para aquellos que son más vulnerables. Nuestra total adhesión y estricto cumplimiento de la ley 679 del año 2001 en la República de Colombia garantiza que estamos haciendo todo lo posible para prevenir y denunciar cualquier caso de explotación sexual que se pueda presentar.

Además, nos resulta imperativo condenar de manera contundente el comercio ilegal de fauna y flora colombiana. Nuestra nación alberga una biodiversidad excepcional, la cual representa uno de los mayores tesoros de nuestro país. Nos sentimos comprometidos firmemente a proteger este valioso patrimonio para las futuras generaciones venideras. Al cumplir rigurosamente con la Ley 17 del año 1981 y la Ley 1333 del año 2009, podemos asegurar que nuestras actividades turísticas no contribuyen a la degradación del medio ambiente, sino que, por el contrario, promovemos de manera activa su conservación y sostenibilidad.

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13 Things to Consider Before You Book a Comuna 13 Tour in Medellin

Comuna 13 is known for its street art – but there’s a lot more to this neighbourhood than pretty murals and selfie spots. Here’s everything you should know before taking a Comuna 13 tour in Medellin, Colombia based on my personal experience.

J ust a few short years ago, Comuna 13 was considered the most dangerous area in Medellin , itself the most dangerous city in the world.

Tourists didn’t dare set foot here – they had no reason to. And many locals, as our Comuna 13 tour guide Laura told us, were too ashamed to admit that they lived in the ramshackle suburbs that cling to a mountainside on Medellin’s western fringe.

Now, it’s a very different story. Over the past decade Comuna 13 has undergone an almost complete transformation – or so it seems.

The area is no longer known for gang violence, police raids, cartels and illegal trafficking.

These days, Comuna 13 is more readily associated with graffiti, street art performances and walking tours. New infrastructure, including a cable car system and six outdoor escalators, has made life in Comuna 13 a whole lot easier for residents and opened the area up to tourists like never before.

Many people view Comuna 13 as a symbol of Medellin’s (and indeed Colombia’s ) social transformation. It’s one of the most vibrant and intriguing places we visited in Medellin and a must-see, even if you only have a couple of days in the city .

However, there are still a lot of misconceptions surrounding Comuna 13, especially regarding safety. Part of the joy of visiting is discovering these contrasts and contradictions for yourself. But there are a few things I wish I had known before we signed up for our Comuna 13 tour .

Here are 13 things I think you should consider before you go, plus my recommended Comuna 13 walking tour itineraries.

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Recommended Comuna 13 Tours

Option 1: 4-hour graffiti tour with a local guide – This top-rated tour includes metro tickets, snacks, and invaluable insights from a local guide. Two departures daily in the morning and afternoon. Prices start from $25. (Also available to book here on Viator .)

Option 2: Private Comuna 13 tour with hotel pick up – An in-depth Comuna 13 tour tailored to your interests. Flexible start time and hotel transfers included (great for families, solo travellers or groups). Prices start from $37.\

Option 3: Full-day city tour with cablecar and Comuna 13 walking tour – Longer walking tour (5+ hours) that shows you the best of Medellin downtown as well as Comuna 13. If you only have a day in Medellin, this is a great option. Prices start from $46.

Option 4: Social Transformation Tour – This walking tour with hotel pickup focuses on the neighbourhood’s history to give you an in-depth understanding of Comuna 13. I have personally travelled with Steven, the company operator and main guide, and was extremely impressed with his knowledge and attention to detail. Prices start from $61.

Option 5: Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour and Street Food Tour – The ultimate combination of street art and street food for a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of local culture. Includes empanadas and ice cream.

Before you go…

If you’re planning to visit Medellin and you want to learn a bit about Comuna 13 and Colombian culture before you go, why not try a virtual travel experience where you can meet and chat to a local.

This Airbnb Online Experience with a local takes you through the basics of Colombian history and culture – it’s the perfect way to prepare for your trip!

What is Comuna 13? A very brief history of Medellin’s most notorious neighbourhood

One of the most important things you can do before visiting Comuna 13 is take the time to read a bit of background information. You’ll learn lots on the tour, but it helps to have a general understanding of the area and its turbulent past.

Comuna 13 started out as an illegal settlement. In the 1960s and 70s, around 1,500 families displaced by conflict in different parts of Antioquia Department settled here. The neighbourhood was unplanned: They built their houses from basic materials, and there was no running water or electricity.

Comuna 13 rose to notoriety in the 1980s and 1990s at the height of Colombia’s drug and gang era. Because of its location on the edge of the city and the way its organised (winding streets and an awful lot of places to hide), the barrio became a transit point for drug traffickers, guerillas, gangs, and otherwise unsavoury characters. Soon enough, paramilitary groups ELN and FARC were fighting for control of the commune.

The idea to ‘clean up’ Comuna 13 started in 2002 when a newly elected President Alvaro Uribe took a heavy handed approach and launched 10 military operations. The two biggest, known as Mariscal and Orion, were designed to root out the paramilitary. As you can imagine, many residents – regular working families and innocent civilians – got caught up in the fray. At least 20 people lost their lives, almost 250 were arrested, and many more simply disappeared.

In 2006, Comuna 13’s image finally started to change. Medellin Mayor Sergio Fajardo Valderrama took a different tact and set about improving living conditions for underserved families by involving them in the process. He invested massively in infrastructure, including a new metro station (2008) and outdoor escalators escaleras electricas (2011), to reintegrate the commune with the rest of the city. This approach turned out to be much more effective.

The Comuna 13 of today is a very different place. With greater accessibility came less stigma, and the narrative surrounding Comuna 13 slowly started to shift. The streets became safer, and the neighbourhood was once again a playground for children and artists alike. Now responsible tourism is a major contributor to social change in the barrios.

When you visit Comuna 13, you can witness this incredible transformation up close. No one has forgotten the past, but everyone is looking towards a brighter future. It really is a remarkable story and a special place.

13 things to know before signing up for a Comuna 13 tour

1. it’s not a place for dark tourism or ‘narco tourism’.

Colombia’s own brand of dark tourism, ‘narco tourism’, is a thriving industry in Medellin. What many partakers don’t realise is just how offensive many locals find it. If you want to do paintball at one of Pablo Escobar’s former residences, then be my guest. I’m not here to judge.

But Comuna 13 is not the place to gawk at the horrors of the past.

Transformation, rebirth and hope are themes that come up again and again in Comuna 13. These are the things your guide will focus on, not the violence of the 80s and 90s.

Comuna 13 has undergone a massive physical transformation in recent years, as documented in memoirs like this one . But what’s even more important than the aesthetic changes is shifting the way people think about the area. And that has involved a transformation of the psyche.

There are countless books about Colombia (fiction and non-fiction) that can give you a deeper insight into this chapter of national history before you arrive in Medellin. But the best way to learn is to experience it on the ground.

Most people in Comuna 13 (and Medellin) choose to look forward, not back. Memories of past violence are still very raw for families in this area, with many thousands of people still unaccounted for.

Bottom line: Be respectful and sensitive, and please leave your Pablo Escobar t-shirt at home.

2. Comuna 13 isn’t one neighbourhood

There’s a common misconception that Comuna 13 is one discrete barrio . In truth, it’s a commune (one of 16 in Medellin) that incorporates around 12 separate neighbourhoods spanning more than 2 square miles.

The name ‘Comuna’ does not only refer to the low socio-economic hilltop barrios around the city, either. El Poblado and Laureles are comunas too. El Centro, for example, is a district within Comuna 10.

It’s important to understand that Comuna 13 is huge. Some areas are safe for tourists to visit, while other barrios should be avoided. Most walking tours focus on the Las Independencias and 20 de Julio area, where most of Comuna 13’s street art is located.

Because of the size and layout, it’s very easy to get disorientated in Comuna’s 13’s labyrinth of narrow laneways and private entries – that’s another reason why it’s a good idea to visit with a guide.

3. A Comuna 13 tour involves a lot of walking (and stairs)

Most tour companies instruct you to wear comfortable shoes when you book a tour. But I wasn’t prepared for just how much uphill slug is involved in visiting Comuna 13. Just getting to the street art area from the metro station takes a good 15 minutes of walking up a steady incline.

Comuna 13 is set on a steep hillside, so stairs are an unavoidable reality. Comfy, lightweight shoes are essential, as is plenty of drinking water, sunscreen, and a good hat or an umbrella . Just be glad you don’t have to carry your groceries or push a stroller!

The saving grace are the six interlacing outdoor escalators that replace 350 of the steepest stairs. Free to ride, they operate from the early morning until late at night and will always be running in the daylight hours when tours take place (including on Sundays and holidays).

Once you reach the top of the escalators, the terrain evens out a little. This is where you’ll find wide concrete pedestrianised areas (like the one in the first picture above) that feature seating and lighting.

4. It’s better to go with a local

There are dozens of companies in Medellin that offer tours of Comuna 13. As more and more people visit, the commercialisation of the community’s grief is becoming a serious issue. It’s something you should keep in mind when booking a Comuna 13 tour.

The most responsible and ethical option is to go with a local guide. Zippy Tour guides, for example, all grew up in Comuna 13 and know the streets (and the stories) well.

They incorporate personal anecdotes and authentic accounts without dramatising or romanticising things. And in our experience, they are truly grateful for the chance to show tourists around their barrios.

Our guide, Laura, taught herself English so that she could show visitors around the streets she grew up on.

The photo above was taken on the balcony of her family home – how many walking tours do you know of that make a stop at the guide’s house!? That’s just how generous and open the local guides can be.

5. It feels a lot safer than you might expect…

I can only speak to our experience, but we felt completely safe in Comuna 13 – both when we were with our guide and at the end of the day when we were walking back to the Metrocable alone.

Exercise common sense and caution as you would anywhere else. But don’t let fear or hearsay stop you from visiting Colombia or Comuna 13.

Remember that it’s easy to get lost, so stick close to your guide and don’t wander off track. At the end of the tour you may have the option to walk yourself back to the metro station, in which case your guide will provide directions.

If you prefer to stay with a guide at all times, choose a tour itinerary that includes transfers back to downtown, either by bus or Metrocable.

6. …But that doesn’t mean there’s no crime or violence

Comuna 13 has changed a lot, but poverty and violence are still big issues here. We were told that a few weeks before our visit, another tour group had to take cover from gunfire after fighting broke out between rival gangs.

It’s perfectly safe to visit Comuna 13 during daylight hours. But just like the rest of Medellin, it’s not recommended to walk around after dark.

7. The locals are extremely welcoming

I get the feeling that foreign tourists are still a bit of a novelty in Comuna 13. We were warmly greeted everywhere we went in Medellin, but the smiles and buenoses we received in this part of the city were more animated and generous than anywhere else.

After our Comuna 13 tour ended at the top of the escalators, we decided to walk ourselves back to the metro instead of riding the bus with our guide.

It was interesting to see how people’s reactions toward us changed once we were no longer travelling with a group. It felt like people were even kinder to us than before.

Like in any residential area, most people in Comuna 13 are just going about their daily business. Be respectful of people’s privacy (especially of accidentally trespassing) and use common courtesy when taking photos.

8. There are plenty of places to eat, drink and shop for souvenirs

We passed by dozens of restaurants, cafes, coffee shops and bars during our Comuna 13 tour. There is a large concentration of local eateries around the San Javier Metro Station, while plenty of ‘tourist-friendly’ venues (with English menus and clean bathrooms) have opened up around the street art zone. If you like ice cream, there are a few places that sell popsicles!

There are also several small galleries and market stalls dotted along the main pedestrian route where you can buy art prints and other souvenirs .

I expect that many more venues will open up as Comuna 13 continues to grow in popularity.

Note that most tours include a stop off at at least one cafe or restaurant.

Tip: Did you know that there is a district in Bogota that’s similar to Medellin’s Comuna 13? If you’re visiting Colombia’s capital, why not join a Social Transformation Tour of Barrio Egipto .

9. The street art in Comuna 13 is not just for decoration

You don’t need me to tell you that Comuna 13 is all about the street art. Not only does it look fantastic and form a perfect backdrop for tourist selfies (guilty as charged!), the murals are also symbolic.

There are dozens and dozens of large-scale works throughout the area, manly concentrated around the escalators. Any and every surface can be used as a canvas.

As our guide Laura explained to us, graffiti is actually illegal in Medellin. For a local artist to create a mural, they first need to obtain permission from the area’s chief artists as well as the owner of the building.

Murals in Comuna 13 definitely aren’t just for decoration: They also serve to memorialise the past and express hope for the future.

Your Comuna 13 tour guide will point out the best pieces. Special motifs to look out for include white cloths (a reference to May 2002, when a mother flew a white sheets from her rooftop as a request for ceasefire after two of her sons were injured by gunfire; anything in red, yellow and blue (the colours of the Colombian flag and a stand-in for national pride); and birds (another symbol for peace).

My favourite symbol in Comuna 13 is elephants, which represent the barrios’ pledge to never forget the events of the past.

Many families have painted their houses in bright colours to match the murals, making the whole area feel vibrant and uplifting.

10. There are other kinds of art to look out for, too

There are plenty of other art forms visitors should keep an eye out for, including performance art, music and breakdancing.

During our tour, we watched a short performance by Black and White, a local hip-hop crew.

Another group you might encounter is C15 Collective, a coalition of young graffiti artists, music producers, rappers, photographers and DJs from Comuna 13.

They oversee up to 90% of the street art in the area and run a physical exhibition and performance space, Casa Kolacho , where people can come together to collaborate and develop new art forms.

All these different artistic formats – some organised by community leaders, some organic and self-managed – are designed to provide an alternative pathway for youth in Comuna 13.

11. You should visit Casa de la Memoria first

For a better understanding of Comuna 13’s art scene and how creatives grapple with sensitive and raw topics, I highly recommend visiting Medellin’s Museo Casa de la Memoria (Memory House Museum) near Parque Bicentenario first.

My main takeaway from the museum was that art is used to interpret and make sense of past events, which often means it’s quite abstract.

Our visit to the museum gave us a bit of background knowledge and prepared us for our Comuna 13 tour. Even if you decide against visiting Comuna 13, Museo Casa de la Memoria is a must-visit in Medellin .

12. Comuna 13 offers some of the best views of Medellin

It’s not exactly difficult to get a good view in hilly Medellin, but I was surprised by the vistas from Comuna 13. This area is high , and in my opinion offers the best outlook over the city.

From Comuna 13, you get an appreciation for the scale of the city. The viewpoint also allow you to look down over the colourful rooftops and beyond to the green hills that form the city’s western border.

The views get better with each escalator you ride or set of stairs you climb, so persevere! There are lookout points with handrails dotted all along the way where you can stop for photos.

13. By visiting, you’re helping a community rebuild

Every family in Comuna 13 has been negatively impacted by violence in some way. By taking a Comuna 13 tour, you’re not only supporting local guides and local businesses in financial terms, you’re also helping people shed the stigma.

It’s just one of the ways responsible tourism is contributing to social transformation in Colombia .

Our guide, Laura, was very honest in telling us that families from Comuna 13 were openly discriminated against in the past. Hence why many people didn’t want to admit they lived here.

That reputation is changing with every tourist group that visits, and now young people like Laura are proud, not ashamed, to call Comuna 13 home.

If you do decided to visit Comuna 13 and like us you have a positive experience, review your guide, spread the word back home, and encourage others to go, too.

I can guarantee you that your Comuna 13 experience will stay with you long after you’ve left Medellin.

How do you get to Comuna 13 from El Poblado?

Comuna 13 is located on the western side of Medellin, about 6 miles (10 km) northwest of El Poblado. The closest metro station is Estación San Javier , the final stop on the east-west metro Line B.

To get to San Javier from Poblado Metro Station, first take Line A (red line) in the direction of Niquia to Antonio Station (4 stops in total). Here, you’ll need to change to Line B and ride it all the way to the final station, San Javier.

From the station, you need to walk approximately 20-30 minutes uphill to reach the escalators and the heart of the street art zone.

Alternatively, you can take bus 225i the rest of the way (recommended). To find the bus, turn right after the metro station exit and look for the green bus stop at the traffic lights. The fare is 1500 COP payable with the same metro card (the transfer is free if you’ve just alighted the metro).

A taxi costs approximately 10,000 COP or a little less if you use an app such as Uber.

Most Comuna 13 group tours meet at the San Javier Metro Station so you don’t have to worry about finding the bus or making your own way up the hill – just rendezvous with your guide and they will show you the way.

What time should I go to Comuna 13?

The best time to visit Comuna 13 is in the morning. There are two reasons for this: Firstly, the area tends to get much more crowded in the afternoon ; and secondly, if it’s overcast, it can get foggier as the day progresses.

Because of the altitude (Medellin is 1,495 metres above sea level) and the unusual micro-climate, there is often poor visibility in the city. High humidity and low clouds can make the skies look grey and obscure your views.

Most tours of Comuna 13 start at either 9am or 10am. If you’re booking a private tour and you have the option to choose your start time, I recommend picking one of the earlier timeslots.

Is it safe to go to Comuna 13?

Yes, it is safe to visit Comuna 13 provided you use common sense. Take care of your valuables (as you would anywhere in Colombia), and if you have a backpack, consider wearing it on your front.

The biggest thing to remember when visiting Comuna 13 is not to wander off-track . The streets are a bit of a maze and it’s easy to get disorientated and accidentally walk onto someone’s private property. Stick to the main walkways.

An added element of safety comes from being with a tour group and having a local guide with you. This is another reason I highly recommend signing up for a tour rather than visiting independently.

Is Comuna 13 accessible?

Comuna 13 is located on fairly difficult terrain, with lots of steep hills and streets pitched at precarious angles. As I mentioned earlier, there are a lot of stairs. Even with the escalators and cable system, it’s still fairly difficult to get around.

Not all parts of Comuna 13 are wheelchair friendly or suitable for anyone with mobility issues.

Accessible travellers can still visit the area – if that’s you, I highly recommend contacting one of the recommended tour companies below (and ideally booking a private tour) so they can plan a more appropriate route for you.

Can you go to Comuna 13 on your own?

It’s definitely possible to visit Comuna 13 independently and walk yourself around the neighbourhood. But there are several reasons why I don’t necessarily recommend it.

First and foremost, you will miss out on all the information and anecdotes you get from a guide . Meeting a local who has lived and breathed Comuna 13 for their entire life really is a huge privilege and you’ll learn so much more through this process.

Some of my best memories of visiting Medellin are of the chats we had with our guide, Laura, on the terrace of her family home. Sure, it’s possible to stop and talk to everyday people in the neighbourhood – but remember that English is not at all widely spoken, so unless you have fluent Spanish, it’s not really viable.

Secondly, as I already mentioned, it’s very easy to lose your way in the winding backstreets . If you want to go beyond the main pedestrianised roads, you’ll certainly need a guide to show you the way. Furthermore, Google Maps isn’t particularly reliable in this part of the city. While the area is generally safe, you definitely don’t want to accidentally wander into an area where you shouldn’t be.

There was one point during our tour that I almost got lost. I was taking a photo of a washing line (the one pictured just above) and when I looked up from my camera, my husband and the rest of the group had vanished. I panicked and froze, not knowing what to do. (Turns out they had gone down a nearby staircase – as soon as they popped up again on the next terrace over, I was able to rejoin them.) It was only 10 seconds or so, but it was not a good feeling to be disorientated and alone. This moment made me very grateful that I was with a guide who knew the area like the back of her hand.

An organised tour will give you peace of mind to enjoy your day fully – and I can guarantee you that you’ll come away with a much better understanding of the area and its history.

Top Comuna 13 tour companies

Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour: This company uses local guides and covers a lot of terrain over 4-plus hours of walking. The focus is firmly on the street art, making this a great tour for anyone whose primary interest is seeing he murals. The price includes metro tickets and snacks. Online bookings are available through GetYourGuide. Check prices and availability here .

Epic Tours Medellin: Another local company focused on Medellin city, Epic Tours offers a private tour of Comuna 13 with hotel transfers included. What I like about their tours is that they include other street art areas in downtown Medellin first, helping to put San Javier into context. Online bookings are available through GetYourGuide. Check prices and availability here .

Zippy Walking Tour: Free walking tours of Comuna 13 led by guides who grew up in the area. Tours are available in both Spanish and English and depart twice daily (see here for the schedule and to book). Remember to tip your guide at the end of the tour! The suggested tip is 25,000-30,000 COP per person.

Visit Medellin Tours: These popular tour programs combine Comuna 13 street art and views with a taste of local street food. Sample the best empanadas and mango ice cream during your walk around the neighbourhood – it doesn’t get more local than that. Check prices and availability here .

Lets Colombia: Steven, the freelance guide who showed us around Medellin’s fruit markets , also leads tours of Comuna 13 with his own company, Lets Colombia. Visit his Facebook page for more info.

Where to stay in Medellin

As you can probably gather from my photos of Comuna 13, Medellin is a pretty big city! It’s very spread-out, so you need to be strategic about where you base yourself. And just a heads up, you probably don’t want to stay in Comuna 13.

We spent 3 weeks in Medellin and stayed in the lovely Laureles neighbourhood. It’s leafy, it’s very walkable, there are hundreds of amazing restaurants and cafes – and it’s away from the busy downtown area, giving it a local feel. The northern part of Laureles is especially good because it’s close to the metro line.

If you prefer to be in the thick of it, El Poblado is the beating heart of Medellin. It can be a bit touristy, but on the flip side, that means lots of options for eating and drinking.

Budget hostel: The Wandering Paisa in Laureles is one of Colombia’s most-loved hostels. Choose from mixed dorms or budget-friendly private doubles.

Mid-range hotel: 574 Hotel is boutique on a budget near Lleras Park in El Poblado, with bright, tidy rooms and breakfast included.

Boutique hotel: Hotel Quinta Ladera has minimal, well-appointed rooms that will make you feel right at home in El Poblado.

High-end hotel: For an iconic Medellin experience, I highly recommend staying at Hotel Nutibara in El Centro. The 1940s Art Deco building is an architectural masterpiece.

Self-contained apartment: Factory Lofts has chic rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and views over the beautiful Laureles neighbourhood. Choose a room with a full kitchenette if you want to cook at home.

Prefer Airbnb? Check out my round-up of Medellin’s best Airbnb rentals here .

Have you been on a Comuna 13 tour? What was your experience? If not, is it a place you think you’d be interested in visiting? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

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Colombia trip essentials

Here are some of the websites and services I recommend for planning a trip to Colombia. Remember to check out my full list of travel resources for more tips.

FLIGHTS: Find affordable flights to Colombia using the Skyscanner website .

VISAS: Use iVisa to check if you need a tourist visa or a Health Declaration form for Colombia and apply for your documents online.

TRAVEL INSURANCE: Insure your trip to Colombia with HeyMondo , my preferred provider for single-trip and annual travel insurance.

AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Book a safe and reliable private transfer from the airport to your hotel in Medellin , Bogota or Cartagena (prices start from $18 per group).

ESIM FOR COLOMBIA: Stay connected during your trip – pre-purchase an eSIM for Colombia and get online as soon as you arrive without having to visit a phone shop.

CAR HIRE: Use the Discover Cars website to compare prices and features across all the major car rental companies.

ACCOMMODATION: Find the best Colombia hotel deals on Booking.com .

CITY TOURS & DAY TRIPS: Browse the Viator website to find the best day trips, city tours, Colombian cooking experiences and more.

Further reading for Medellin & Colombia

• 30 best things to do in Medellin , my Medellin city guide
• 2 days in Medellin , the ideal itinerary for first-timers
• Top 3 markets in Medellin , Colombian fruit, flowers and more
• 30 best places to visit in Colombia , the ultimate bucket list
• What to do in Colombia , memorable experiences
• What to buy in Colombia , the best authentic souvenirs
• Guide to Jerico , Antioquia’s loveliest pueblo
• El Despertar Hotel , Jerico’s best accommodation
• Guide to Jardin , Colombia’s most colourful town
• Colombian coffee tour , bean to cup in Concordia
• 20 best things to do in Bogota , how to spend 1-2 days in the capital
• Colombian cooking class , in the kitchen in Bogota

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It was so amazing on article you described about comuna13 medellin, can you provide me guide Laura information as you mentioned,may i check does she local tour guide ?

Hi Egene, thanks for your comment. Laura was our guide through Zippy Tours. Have a great time!

This article is right on the money. Our visit in July 2019 was great. We toured with Gate1 but hired a local gentleman for our Comuna13 tour. Best part of our 3 city trip. Felt safe and he was very informative. We follow himon FB and keep in touch and recommend him to people planning a trip to Medellin as he was recommended to us by our local guide in Cartegena! He was greatful for opportunity as he makes more money on the side doing tours than ge does as a civil engineer! It felt great we helped a local supplement their income.

Sounds like a wonderful experience, I’m glad you enjoyed your visit!

What an interesting discovery for me! Thanks.

Thanks for an interesting article on comuna 13. A friend of my visited this part of the world not all long ago. I’m unlikely to ever see this A lot of the photos seem to be take on the go and the documentary style suffers where the composition is all over the place. Do you take most of the pics yourself ? I wondered what phone/camera you take most of your pictures with?

Hi Pete, I use an Olympus OMD em10 Mark II. It’s lightweight and great for travel.

Thanks a lot, Emily! Loves this guide, we will take the Zippy Tour then, it sounded best! thanks for all the details, perfectly prepared now! We wanted to go on our own but it surely make sense to take the tour. Can’t wait to listen to the background stories. Few guys from our hostel joined a tour (not sure which one) yesterday, they said it was 5h long instead of 3. They loved it! Matt

Great to hear that, Matt! Enjoy the tour!

I just visited Comuna 13 today and it was an amazing and vibrant community. You are right about the welcome you feel when arriving. The artwork is stunning, the colors are beautiful and the feeling was safe and joyful. I would definitely recommend going there to experience it for yourself. Yes, the young guides (many of them, rappers and graffiti artists who work with the young kids to mentor them) are knowledgeable and do help navigate the streets. This is a great experience!

So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Beverly! I couldn’t agree me.

Thanks for your comment. Enjoy the rest of your time in Colombia!

Fantastic article! Really looking forward to going on this tour next month. Do you recall how long the tour took? Trying to determine if we can go the morning before our flight out (4pm). Thank you!!

Hi Erin! Good question. From memory the tour was around 2 hours. It’s possible to leave early if you need – a few people wandered off at different points because they had to be somewhere else.

I hope you get time to do it. Enjoy Medellin!

Hello, we booked the tour for the 1st of June, I wonder how much would be a appropriate tip?

Great to hear! And good question. It’s up to you, and it depends on the price and duration of the tour you chose. We tipped a little higher for the free tour since our guide was so fantastic and that’s the way the free tours work 🙂 From memory, I think we tipped the equivalent of around $10 each.

I hope you have a fantastic tour!

Visited this past week and this is a great walking tour. Referred to the best tour guide ever, Juan. Used him for our complete needs. Safe, reliable local.

I agree 100% with Emily’s experiences and advice.

Thanks so much for the feedback, Sebastian! Glad to hear you enjoyed your experience.

Safe travels.

I didn’t realize that Medellin is built on a hillside and thus will have very steep streets to climb. This makes me wonder if there are touring services that offer scooter rentals for those who would prefer a more relaxing tour of the city. In my mind, this would be the best way to see the country while still having the flexibility to visit local markets and tourist attractions.

What a thoughtful review of a tour. It sounds like an authentic and enriching experience. I always appreciate the opportunity to see a place with a local. I’ll put this on my list for Medellin!

Great tips for a visit to Comuna 13! I love how you balance our desire to explore and take photos with the need to be respectful and contribute to the communities we visit.

This guide has really inspired me to think about visiting Comuna 13. To hear that you can get guided around by a local who not only knows the streets in and out but can tell you real stories is so fascinating Obviously, a big concern as a solo female traveller is safety so it is really interesting to hear how safe you felt, someone you wouldn’t necessarily expect to do so.

Yes—great point! I think this tour would be an ideal option for solo travellers. Thanks for your comment, Rebecca!

In love with your post! My partner wants to visit Medellin and Colombia the last couple of years now, so this guide is perfect for our planning!

I love how thoughtful this entire piece is, its such a refreshingly holistic take from a traveler. I especially appreciate your emphasis on ethical travel choices and the perspective of the local community who lives in the village and would prefer to focus on hope for the future, rather than grief over the past. Really great writing.

Thanks for the kind words, Megan! It was a special experience.

Interesting. This definitely seems like a very educational experience and one that could showcase the ingenuity and artistry of local people. You mention that people seemed to see tourists as novelties, but do you think the tour was intrusive at all?

Great question. I didn’t feel like it was intrusive. The tour focused on public areas (parks, pedestrian zones), and being with a local guide was a great help—knowing where to go and where to avoid. I think if you ventured out to explore independently—as with any neighbourhood—it would be easy to venture into private spaces.

Psychologically and emotionally, I think our guide did a great job of balancing storytelling without naming names or intruding on anyone’s privacy. It’s always a tricky balance when a residential area opens up to tourism, but I genuinely felt like the community is very welcoming of visitors.

I oved the fact that you stressed on mindful travelling and respectfully exploring the place. Yes, people can be very sensitive about the past and we as tourists shouldn’t hurt those sentiments. Glad to see a dangerous community becoming safe again. Kudos to the efforts and planning. Thank you for sharing this journey. I really enjoyed reading it.

Thanks for your thoughts! I totally agree.

What a fascinating place! I love the idea of taking a tour with a local – they really know the place and you know that you’re having a positive impact on the locals. I had no idea that Medellin was so hilly. Those views. Between the art, history and views, I’ll definitely be looking up this tour when I finally make it to Colombia. Thanks for sharing!

So many hills = great views everywhere you go! Thanks, April!

What a fascinating area, I love the colourful street art – I would happily spend hours walking the streets watching and learning. Would love to visit Colombia.

Wow, the street art there looks incredible.

I love that you bring up what Comuna is NOT–a place for narco-tourism. It’s a real community on the upswing after experiencing a lot of strife.

Absolutely!

Fantastic tips for the future if i ever visit! Amazing how a place can change that much. It would worry me a bit after hearing what it was like but going with a local or tour group would put me at ease 🙂

Really helpful info, thanks for sharing!

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Graffiti Tour Comuna 13

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Have fun on the escalators and graffiti of Comuna 13, a place where social investment and art tell the story of struggle and transformation of a community that, despite having suffered the bitterest chapters of urban violence in our country, continues to celebrate life with joy and hope.

Once you get to the graffiti tour area, the entire tour is done on foot. The time spent walking and standing is approximately 2 hours. Therefore, it is not recommended that children take this tour . However, the decision to take children is at the discretion of their parents and caregivers.

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Learn more! Our tours are the only ones that include a collectible souvenir-guide book. This is our original book Medellín Up Close – Medellín de Cerca .

Approximate duration

4 hours From the agreed start time until we drop you off at the same place where we picked you up or any other place you indicate.

Ideal for…

– Enjoy a morning or afternoon with a cool plan. – Listen to the stories of some of the harshest events of violence in our city and witness the resurgence of a community, thanks to social investment. – Achieve a better understanding of the social complexity of our country and our city. – Appreciate local artistic expressions (graffiti, muralism, rap, urban dance). – Take pictures in the most recognized mural and graffiti area in Colombia.

With the guidance of the guide, the group will head to the Escaleras Eléctricas area of Comuna 13. Once there, the following activities are carried out:

– Pick up at your place of preference (hotel, lodging, any other, within the urban area). – You will learn the stories of the residents of the Comuna 13 neighborhoods that have been victims of the country’s violence and witness the transformation and new opportunities that are being woven in an area that was once one of the most violent in the city. – You will observe the main murals and graffiti in the area and understand what they mean. – You will use the outdoor escalators and experience the relief they have brought to local families. – You will hear and witness the joyful expressions of the young people of the area through song and dance. – You will taste the handmade ice cream that has become the snack par excellence of the Graffiti Tour Comuna 13. – You will be able to enter the urban art galleries in the area. – We will drop you off at the place you indicate (hotel, lodging, any other, within the urban area).

All our tours are private and personalized

You choose the time and place of pick-up. At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at the place you indicate, within the urban area. Transportation will be exclusive for you and your group.

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When you make your reservation, you can request the following:

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These complements are optional and have additional values to the tour rate.

Our rates are group rates You pay a one-time fee and the service is contracted for your entire group.

Private Tours

• 1 to 2 persons: COP $ 315.000
• 3 to 4 persons: COP $ 370.000
• 5 to 6 people: COP $ 515.000
• 7 to 9 persons: COP $ 580.000
• 10 to 15 people: COP $ 690.000

Example : if the rate for 1 to 2 people was COP $10, then if the tour was done by one user, he/she would pay COP $10. If two users were to attend, they would also pay COP $ 10 in total (equivalent to COP $ 5 per person).

If you need to hire a private tour for more than fifteen people : contact us via chat or phone line and Whatsapp +57 (324) 261 2618 to request a custom quote.

Surcharge for script in English:

COP $ 80,000 (one-time fee, applicable only once to the whole group).

Book any of our tours and you will receive, free of charge, a copy of our book Medellín Up Close – Medellín de cerca . LIMITED TIME OFFER (terms and conditions apply).

Medellín Up Close – Medellín de cerca is the most beautiful and complete collection book and tourist guide about the city. Its retail price in tourist sites and bookstores in the country is COP ($) 59,900.

What does it include?

– Private transportation: we pick you up at your hotel, home or wherever you indicate. In our tours, transportation is an exclusive service (the only passengers will be the members of the group that made the reservation; they will not share with other groups). At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at the same pick-up point or at any other place you indicate. – Accompaniment by a tour guide or driver-guide. – Medical assistance policy.

Does not include

• Unspecified food or beverages.
• No additional products or services.

Tour start times

You decide the time. Choose from the different schedule options you will find in the booking form or contact us through the chat button (located at the bottom of this page) or Whatsapp line +57 (324) 261 2618 , to request a personalized pick-up time.

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• Contact us via chat or Whatsapp line to let us know the time and place of pick up. This way we make sure to meet you correctly.
• Once you complete your reservation, we will send you a complete list of recommendations to your email or Whatsapp.

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• Graffiti Tour: The Off The Beaten Path Option – 3 hours
• Graffiti & Cable Car & Fruit Tasting – 5 hours
• Graffiti & Cable Car & City Tour – 5.5 hours
• Graffiti Tour & Tejo Sport – 5 hours
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Graffiti Tour in Comuna 13 & Cable Car & Exotic Fruit Tasting

Medellin is a city of contrasts.  Take this tour to see the whole picture about our city.

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Once In A Lifetime Tour

This was our second tour with Medellin Day Trips. We also did the Guatape Tour and we loved our tour guide Henry so much that we requested him for this tour as well and Andres the owner was happy to accommodate us. Henry used to live in the US for many years so his English is perfect and he is just overall a great person. We were very blessed to have him for both of our tours. The Comuna 13 Tour is one we will never forget. Not only is the graffiti amazing, but the history behind the area that Henry shared with us is truly remarkable. During the tour, Henry took amazing pictures of us while telling us all about the Comuna and what a transformation it has undergone over the past eight years. If you are worried about feeling unsafe here, don’t be, these people are very appreciative of tourists and the help they provide the economy here. The highlight of our entire trip was getting to meet one of the graffiti artists and seeing his workspace. Henry has a great relationship with the artists Chota13 who has a number of amazing pieces of work throughout Comuna 13. We were able to buy some of his reprints at a very fair price and he was even nice enough to sign them for us. It was an amazing experience and I don’t think it would have happened without Henry! The rest of the tour included a delicious mango ice cream stick, a very cool cable car ride and a trip to Botero Square. All of these activities were great and we could not have asked for a better guide than Henry. If you are considering this tour, take the leap and book it and you will not be disappointed. Request Henry as your guide if possible, he really made our experience memorable.

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Andres was recommended by a friend and we were super happy with the tour. He was very punctual and gave us the graffiti tour in the Comuna 13, also took us to tranvía market. He seem to know the city very well and during the whole tour was giving us information. He has very good energy and its willing to give an extra mile to help you and make sure you have a good time. I highly recommend do a tour with him

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Our Graffiti Tour in the Comuna 13 it's definitely a must do activity when you travel to Medellin.

The violent past, the beautiful present and the promising future of this district makes it a magical place and an unforgettable experience.

The street art throughout the whole neighborhood makes it more mind blowing knowing that most of them have a special meaning related to its history.

However, at Medellin Day Trips we want you to have an even more complete experience in our Graffiti Tour in Comuna 13 and that's why we added two fantastic stops to make it unique, fun, informative and exclusive.

If you are short in time in Medellin we recommend you to combine this Graffiti tour with a coffee tour or with Guatape in just one day, these options save you time and money.

Please read the Graffiti Tour description to check them out.

Graffiti Tour Itinerary:

First stop in our graffiti tour: exotic fruit tasting.

Colombia has over 433 different fruits, in fact we are the most diverse country per square meter regarding fruit production.

For this reason you shouldn't miss out an exotic fruit tasting in Colombia and we as an added value to the Graffiti Tour, offer precisely that.

In this stop you have the chance to taste at least 10 different fruits that are only grown in tropical countries.

Different colors, shapes, tastes and smells, they all make a great experience and the perfect starter for the next stop.

Now that your stomach is full of healthy and tasty fruits we head to our second stop in our Graffiti Tour in Comuna 13: the most exciting cable car in Medellin.

Second Stop: Flying over hundreds of houses.

Throughout the ride in the cable car you will see lots of houses stack on top of the other.

Many of these houses were and some still are illegal settlements that belong to displaced people from rural areas as a consequence of the internal conflict.

Your guide will explain the origin of the war, its effects in the current city's situation and the free housing program undertaken to help them.

We are going to the last station where you can see many of the free houses. The whole ride is around 20 minutes, going up and down over the green mountains.

After we come back to the metro station and now that you have more context about Medellin, its social system, its means of transportation we head towards the Graffiti tour in Comuna 13.

Third Stop: Electrical Escalators and Graffiti Tour in Comuna 13

At this stop, we'll get inside in one of those neighborhoods in Comuna 13, the most dangerous Comuna in Medellin only 15 years ago.

Comuna 13 is the place where the first open-air electrical escalators in the world were installed.

The escalators were opened in December of 2011 with a cost of 3,5 million dollars and was built to save more than 350 stairs in a very steep hill.

Besides the escalators that became one the biggest touristic attractions in Medellin, Comuna 13 is also one of the biggest street art district in Colombia.

Half of the neighborhood displays meaningful graffiti and you get the chance to learn all their meanings at this incredible Graffiti Tour.

Throughout the walk in Comuna 13 you can try traditional snacks from Medellin and Colombia, if you are a foodie you will love this.

Empanadas, Butifarras, Carimañolas, Aborrajado and more, all of them delicious and authentic.

And who knows if we are lucky we might find some of the artists responsible for this pieces of art.

In our walk we'll visit the view point, the new pathway full of graffiti and the slide built to honor a tragedy occurred in Comuna 13.

This 5-hour tour will definitely give you a taste of everything we were, we are and a clue of what we will be as a city.

If you want to read about the history of Comuna 13 we invite to have a look at this article we wrote.

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• Graffiti Tour + Cable Car + Exotic Fruits Itinerary

Learn the history of this place, understand profoundly the transformation and admire the art captured in the graffitis with us.

During the ride we talk about the social structure in Colombia, the health system, education system as we see different contrasts from the air.

Try up to 12 or more different fruits that are all delicious and that you probably you won't be able to see anywhere else. We visit a traditional non-touristy food market.

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Graffiti Free Zippy Walking Tour Comuna 13

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We are your best local guides in COMUNA 13! We live there! Join us on this interesting tour of Comuna 13 and the famous Escalators. We will have different stops on this walking tour to explain some history, talk about current events in this famous part of Medellín, show the mural graffiti art, and introduce some of our dance rhythms. Includes •Local guide •5 neighborhoods in Comuna 13 •artistic expressions (Break Dance, music, and galleries) •Outdoor Escalators •View points, the best views *Recommendations* Booking required, especially on weekends -Be on time at the meeting point. (10 min before) -During the tour, remain with your guide. -Wear comfortable walking shoes. Price: Normal tip 35,000 pesos per person Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.

This activity includes:

• Graffiti Tour
• Local guides
• Graffiti and stories
• Outdoor Escalators
• Real experience

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Estacion de metro San Javier

You will find us outside San Javier Metro station (main entrance, No cable car entrance), we will wear a BLUE with GREEN long-sleeved shirt, and we will have a blue umbrella with our name “Zippy Tour Comuna 13”.

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ATTENTION! If you can not attend your tour time, we kindly ask you to cancel your booking at the bottom of your confirmation form. "Cancel my booking" *Recommendations* -Be on time at the meeting point. (10 min before) -During the tour, remain with your guide. -Wear comfortable walking shoes. Price: Normal tip 35.000 pesos per person

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What to Expect on A Graffiti Tour in Medellin (And Why You Need To Go!)

Posted on Last updated: December 15, 2023

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Expert travel storyteller Jordan Adkins, founder of InspiredByMaps.com, brings a decade of adventures across 101 countries and 450+ UNESCO sites into rich, off-the-beaten-path narratives, melding ecological expertise with genuine, seasoned travel insights. His full bio can be found here.

Medellin, Columbia is a city with a rich, storied history – it was founded as part of a Spanish colony, and then later became a central part of the global cocaine trade as home to Pablo Escobar’s cartel in the 1980s.

Since then, the city has undergone a major revitalization, and although there is still a wide range of economic disparity, it’s become a major center of innovation and culture.

Nowhere is this better exemplified than in the city’s barrios, which have become lively centers of beautiful graffiti and street art.

The transformative power of street art has always amazed me. A powerful tool which has the ability to not only modify and invigorate any urban environment but also to instigate significant political and social change.

Street art is, at its essence, a form of social media which pre-dates Facebook, Twitter and even the internet itself to get a particular message across, offering insight into the politics of the people well before protestors take to the streets.

A warning vent before a potentially explosive event if you will, as we learned on our Buenos Aires graffiti tour…

Today street art can be seen in almost every city on Earth – with famous hotspots being Mexico City , Miami , nearby Bogota , and Sao Paulo , but street art’s raw power and potential for change were felt, by me at least,  most intensively in Medellin’s Comuna 13 – previously one of Colombia’s most dangerous neighborhoods!

In fact, Communa 13 was a constant battleground between gangs, narcos, paramilitaries and the government,  but today you would hardly recognize it! But thanks to street art, what was once Medellin’s most feared barrio’s is now alive with a kaleidoscope of color that diffuses through every house, roof, door and blank canvas in sight. 

Taking a graffiti tour in Medellin is an absolute must for visitors from around the world. It’s the perfect way to experience the city’s vibrant culture firsthand in a short, accessible tour. Here’s what you can expect and why you need to go.

What to Expect on A Graffiti Tour in Medellin (And Why You Need To Go!) 🇨🇴

Start your medellin graffiti tour with a cable car ride.

One of the driving factors in Medellin’s transformation is its public transportation system. In addition to the traditional train lines and bus lines that you would expect in a large city, you will also find several aerial cable cars lines throughout the area. Medellin is very hilly, and so these gondolas are a very efficient way to get from place to place.

They also have incredible views and will have you feeling like you’re flying above the city. Your graffiti tour will start with a ride on one of the Metro cable cars, so be sure to bring your camera to document the stunning scenery.

Explore The Colorful Barrios In Medellin

The tour will take you to Comuna 13, a neighborhood on the west side of Medellin that has become known for its graffiti and street art.

In the 1990s, this neighborhood was one of the most dangerous in the city, if not the country. It was ridden with violence, drugs, and gang activity, and had an extremely high homicide rate. Residents lived in extreme poverty and feared for their lives.

In just a few decades, Comuna 13 has undergone a huge revitalization and is the perfect place to go to experience local culture firsthand.

In 2002, the Columbian government undertook a huge operation to displace the rebel groups in the neighborhood. They launched an airstrike where hundreds of residents were wounded. The residents came together to surrender and express their discontent with what had happened.

They turned to art to express themselves and started creating beautiful displays throughout the neighborhood.

Comuna 13’s metamorphosis now represents Medellin in microcosm: not a perfect model for urban planning by any means, but a radical laboratory where untested experiments are carried out which seek to improve the urban and social fabric.

Street art’s themes are as diverse as the people that create them – from being deeply political and serious to being fun, satirical and irreverent, but upon closer inspection of these flaking canvases, you can see they are imbued with hope, the chance for change and ability to dream again.

For most of the residents lives here it was impossible to dream, living a life of suffering, terror and unimaginable hardships.

Stuck in a cycle of poverty and gang warfare from which there was no way out. Today, however, thanks to the return of the rule of law and many new projects and initiatives in Comuna 13, the people here can again imagine a better life, a safer life. Street art is just one part of this, along with giant public education programs, security, activities for youth, library’s, increased transportation and economic opportunities.

Optimism fills the air these days in Comuna 13, things are still far from perfect but as residents will tell you – “Every day, in every way, things are getting better and better”

Comuna 13 is also a local center for hip-hop music, and many young artists have come from this area. Although there is still violence in the area, the quality of life has improved drastically for residents.

There is a sense of community, and visitors are working together to make it a better place to live. We can expect to see even more positive change over the next few decades as the neighborhood continues on its positive trajectory.

To feel the energy of street art is really one of the best things to do in Medellin. The art’s ability to re-imagine and re-energize an urban space which was otherwise lacking is on full display.

No style, rules or conventions seems to apply to the canvases. In this way Street Art is still very much ‘art’ and as such can be figurative, abstractionist, text-based – you name it. However, one common denominator becomes obvious after you have spent any time here: color!

Everywhere you gaze the generic red bricks and grey walls which dominate Medellín are transformed into a color explosion. What once was a drab and uneasy space is suddenly fun, vivid and inviting.

You feel the need to linger, to examine and attribute meaning – if nothing else street art has transformed this into a place where people slow down, consider and take solace in the small pleasures on offer.

On your tour, your guide will take you through this beautiful, vibrant neighborhood and show you the most notable pieces of graffiti. They will also recommend street vendors where you can try flavorful authentic Columbian food and shop for local handmade goods.

You’ll also see the neighborhood’s iconic orange escalators, which are giant and help residents get up and down the hill. The escalators transformed the way Comuna 13 residents connected with the rest of the city.

The tour is a very safe and efficient way to explore the neighborhood because you will be led by a local guide that is very familiar with the area. They know the residents and the culture, and they’ll help you experience the neighborhood in a way you wouldn’t be able to on your own.

Safety and Convenience On A Graffiti Tour in Medellin

Although Medellin is getting safer, many tourists still have concerns about the safety levels of the area. Medellin graffiti tours take precautions to make sure you feel safe and comfortable throughout your visit.

They’ll pick you up from your lodging and take you directly to the Metro cable car, and they’ll help you navigate through the neighborhood. Navigating the city in a group is the best way to experience the culture safely and comfortably, and go out of your comfort zone in a way that is very beneficial.

To be clear, however, this is a very safe neighborhood – It is one of the greatest tourist attractions in Colombia after all. Its peaceful streets are as safe as the tourist strong-hold of El Poblado  but you are afforded here an opportunity to see the real Medellin and interact with its locals.

Mass tourism has still not exploded here so you can wander in peace, practicing your Spanish with residents of the community who are excited and welcoming of anyone who dares to visit after many years of violence. I enjoyed musing of the intentions behind the artists’ choices, deliberate or otherwise, and marveling at the change it had brought to this area.

Could this be a model for the rest of the city? And why can I not live in a neighborhood as brightly colored as this? Why do people and architects continue to design such grey and drab buildings, devoid of color and soul when clearly a splash of paint and some imagination can go a long way…

Extra Tips For Exploring Medellin

Medellin is an incredible destination that you can’t miss while visiting South America . It has a unique culture that differentiates it from other cities in Columbia.

Here are some tips to help you make the most of your trip to Medellin.

• Take advantage of the city’s incredible public transportation. Medellin has made incredible investments in their train and cable car lines, and you will be able to get almost anywhere you need to go by using them. The metro is very affordable, and you can save quite a bit of money by using it instead of cabs whenever you can.

• Dress formally when going out for food or drinks. The hot weather often fools visitors into thinking they can wear shorts and flip-flops everywhere, but locals tend to dress up a little more. You don’t have to wear a tux or an evening gown, but wear long pants and a nicer shirt when you’re going out at night.
• Although Medellin is much safer than it used to be, visitors still need to be careful when exploring the area. Keep your valuables locked up in your hotel room, and opt for guided tours when you can until you are more familiar with the city.

• Be prepared to socialize with locals. Unlike residents of many other cities, Medellin locals love to chat and are very friendly. Don’t be put off by this – it’s actually the perfect opportunity to experience the local culture. Use your best judgement, but don’t be afraid to chat with a local street vendor, because they’ll likely give you great travel tips or memorable stories. Locals are proud of their city, so it’s best to avoid talking about the drug cartels and Pablo Escobar – stick to more positive topics.

Comuna 13 is now an internationally renown example  of urban transformation, an innovative approach to community revitalisation: a not to be missed attraction in Medellín and Colombia .

 From its outdoor electric escalators to it’s small mom-and-pop stores, Medellín is open to explorers who can  overcome their pre-conceptions and choose to wander its streets.

Comuna 13 is no longer the most feared corner of the city but instead, it’s most colourful, a barrio with a bright future mirroring that of Medellin and Colombia!

Don’t miss the incredibly vibrant culture of Medellin on your trip to Columbia. The incredible art, music, and friendly locals make it a trip you won’t forget. Sign up for a graffiti tour before you go to make sure you get an authentic local experience.

COMUNA 13/GRAFFITI TOUR

• Experience the unparalleled energy and character of one of the world's most captivating destinations, once the most dangerous - Comuna 13. Immerse yourself in a world rich with history, saturated with graffiti, art and vivid hues, pulsing with vibrant rhythms, and breathtaking in its natural beauty. Let Comuna 13 ignite your imagination and inspire your soul.
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After being picked up from your place in comfortable and private transportation, we'll begin our tour heading to the northwest of Medellín, towards our CABLECAR SYSTEM in Comuna 13, an emblem of progress and innovation of the city. This transportation played a significant role in positioning Medellín as the world's most innovative city, it is worth noting that Medellín has the only Metro system in Colombia, recognized as one of the most efficient and clean in all of Latin America!

We will take a captivating round trip on the cable car, ascending the mountains and soaring above the vibrant "barrios". This unique perspective offers a completely different scenery, allowing us to absorb the diverse faces of the city. The views are simply breathtaking.

Our next destination is the captivating, multicultural, and vibrant COMUNA 13—a true testament to transformation and resilience. Once plagued by the control of drug dealers, guerrillas, and paramilitary groups, today it stands as the shining jewel of Medellín. We'll have a walk through the GRAFFITI ROUTE to witness the remarkable fusion of art and history. The graffiti and murals scattered throughout the neighborhood vividly shows its tumultuous past, remarkable present, and its inspiring future.

Once at the top of the mountain, we will be rewarded with an extraordinary and strategic view of the city, allowing us to understand why various armed groups sought control over Comuna 13.

9:00am - Hotel pick up We'll start heading to the Nortwest side of Medellín, to one of the most strategic districts - crime wise - in Medellín, Comuna 13.

First, we'll have a ride at the Cablecar in Comuna 13, exploring a different perspective of the "Barrios" and experience firsthand why Medellín became the most innovated city in the world!

The essence of the transformation of Medellín, a few years ago became the most violent place in the world, today, a thriving community full of culture, history and art, eager to show the world their amazing 360 change.

Beverage at bar

After walking and exploring Comuna 13, visiting art galleries, hidden pathways, understanding the significance of the murals, learning the crazy history, we'll have a delicious beverage to assimilate and think of what we just experience.

Finish Time

12:30pm (approx) - Hotel We can combine this tour with a Pablo Escobar or City Tour if you wish to see the most of Medellín and make the most of your time.

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Comuna 13 graffiti tour: Transformation through art – A photo story

Everyday we wake up, we get to know about some sad story from some corner of the world. This was normal even before the outbreak of the pandemic in 2020. Amidst fast paced days and among activities aligned with aspirations, there always were stories of hatred and stories of violence. But then again, this world is not a bad place either . Our days were also often filled with stories of hope and stories of positive transformation. Comuna 13 in Colombia is one such glaring example. We recommend taking the Comuna 13 graffiti tour for a deeper understanding of this story of transformation.

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What is Comuna 13?

The backstory.

These days, Medellin, the capital of Antioquia province of Colombia, is a city of choice for expat living for many. But not too long ago, the world used to consider the very same city one of the most dangerous in the world. And Comuna 13 was the most notorious area of that version of Medellin. During that period, gang war, gun violence and police raids used to be daily affairs at Comuna 13.

But not anymore.

Comuna 13 lies on one end of the city of Medellin. It consists of winding roads up the hills and hundreds of staircases that lead to cramped residential spaces occupied by not so well-to-do people. For the people of Comuna 13, this meant inaccessibility to the urban infrastructure of the rest of Medellin. Urban infrastructure, including education. Thus Comuna 13 was a perfect place for breeding crime.

The transformation: From “most dangerous” to “tourist attraction”

In the early years of the 21st century, Medellin invested money for the transformation of Comuna 13. They brought Comuna 13 within their public transport network by connecting San Javier metro station with Comuna 13 by cable car. They also installed 6 public escalators in Comuna 13 that made movement easier for the people of Comuna 13.

These simple steps made huge reformatory impacts on the socioeconomic persona of Comuna 13. Back in the days, the residents always used to get stuck in the crossfire between police and criminals, often becoming victims. They had already endured a lot. But now, after the cable car and the public escalators, the urban infrastructure of Medellin became accessible for them.

The people of Comuna 13 took this as an opportunity. An opportunity of transformation. An opportunity of progress. In just a matter of few years, they managed to transform Comuna 13 from the most notorious place of Medellin to one of the most visited tourist attractions of Medellin .

And no, this tourism is not about history of drug cartels, but instead, it is about stories of positive transformation. Much of these stories are conveyed through art. Wall murals or graffiti, created by the locals, form the identity of current day Comuna 13, that draw many tourists from around the world.

How to visit Comuna 13?

The best way of visiting Comuna 13 is by taking a free walking tour. There are multiple companies that offer this tour. The itineraries may vary slightly from one to another. Some itineraries include cable card rides and others combine tours of other areas along with the main tour. But what remains constant is the Comuna 13 graffiti tour.

We did the Comuna 13 graffiti tour with Zippy Tour Comuna 13. Their representatives met us outside San Javier metro station. Since there were a large number of visitors that day, they split us into two different groups and assigned each group a tour guide. Our tour guide, a local girl, exchanged introductions with all participants and briefed us on the tour. From San Javier metro station, we all started walking towards Comuna 13 as she started telling us the story of Comuna 13.

We had booked this tour online on the Free Tour site .

Why Comuna 13 graffiti tour?

Why do you need to take a guided tour of Comuna 13? If it is just about walking along the streets and looking at wall murals, you can very well do it on your own. You will not be missing out on anything, ain’t it? No!

Five reasons why

Let me give you not just one, but five reasons why comuna 13 graffiti tour is a good idea.

1. Story of Comuna 13

The walking tour does not just entail stopping by different graffiti for photo ops. From this tour, you will get to know the story of the people of Comuna 13. Why did they choose Comuna 13 as their area of residence? What hardships have they gone through? Have they really succeeded with the transformation?

2. Local flavor

The tours guides are usually local people. That means they are people who actually grew up in Comuna 13 and have witnessed the transformation of Comuna 13 first hand. Is there anyone better who can tell you the story of Comuna 13?

3. Art interpretation

Many of the graffiti at Comuna 13 are created on the basis of abstract concepts. During the tour, the tour guide will interpret those abstract concepts for you and will explain to you the artist’s vision behind the art so that you can relate even more with story of Comuna 13.

4. Visit the home of a local

Towards the end of the walking tour, you may get the chance to visit the home of your tour guide. Our tour provider offered this option. So, we got the chance to visit our guide’s home, met her family, sat for a bit in the living area of their house and grabbed some snack and an avocado shake made by one of the family members. (The snack was complimentary and shakes/juices were for sale.)

5. It’s free!

Communa 13 graffiti tour is a free guided tour. Don’t we all love free things

P.S: Although Comuna 13 graffiti tour is a free walking tour, please remember to tip your guide at the end of the tour.

Comuna 13 – Not just a graffiti tour

Comuna 13 graffiti tour isn’t just about the stories of Comuna 13 through graffiti. There are some added bonuses too.

Bonus 1 – Medellin city views from Comuna 13

From some of the upper level streets of Comuna 13, you get to see the city of Medellin from a vantage point.

Bonus 2 – Live dance performances

The youth of Comuna 13 have embraced creativity in all forms, whether through wall murals or through dance moves. Make sure to stop by and watch when local youngsters are putting together a live dance show.

Comuna 13 graffiti tour – Photos that convey ideas

Through these photos, let us take a look at some of the wall murals of Comuna 13.

Ideas through abstract concepts

Both of us love abstract art and love to make our own interpretations, even if they may not match with that of the original artists’.

Our tour guide explained some of these in detail and we enjoyed learning about the artists’ perspectives of these graffiti.

Ideas through animal portraits

There are some murals depicting animals, with deep expressions and even deeper messages, in some cases.

The chimpanzee with his hand on his head is one of my favorites.

Ideas through human portraits

And then of course, there are plenty of murals with human portraits. Look at the eyes, each expression is trying to tell a story.

Streets of Comuna 13

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Pose with Comuna 13 graffiti – blend in or stand out

Although getting a photo clicked with the graffiti is definitely not the primary highlight of this graffiti tour, you cannot just not do it as well. The colorful murals provide the perfect backdrop for insta-worthy photos, just blend in with the tones of the colors or stand out against sharp color contrasts.

Closing thoughts

The story of Comuna 13 is that of optimism. And the graffiti tour is definitely a thought provoking one. During the tour, we got to know lot of answers about Comuna 13, but we left with even more questions. Are the people of Comuna 13 really past their dark phase now? We do not know for sure. But we definitely know that they have seen the rays of hope, and they are now making the best of that. The world also has started to notice.

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Very nice read. I got to know about Comuna 13 for the first time. One thing I just felt while reading this is to know some thing more about the artists…like are they local artists? How’s their life & what’s behind their inspiration of creating such beautiful painting s?

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Graffiti tour comuna 13 medellín.

El Graffiti TOUR COMUNA 13 es uno de los tours más realizados por turistas y locales cuando se encuentran en la ciudad de Medellín.

Sin duda alguna si estas en la ciudad de Medellín debes visitar este turístico lugar  de Medellín Realizando el Graffiti Tour, ya que es el lugar que muestra una cultura resiliente y la berraquera y pujanza de los PAISAS, que a pesar de sus dificultades tratan de sacar lo mejor, aunque las circunstancias sean complicadas.

Como experto en turismo, te invito a descubrir la fascinante Comuna 13 de Medellín . Este lugar, que alguna vez fue una de las más peligrosas de la ciudad, se ha transformado en un increíble destino turístico que te dejará maravillado.

Tour Comuna 13 Medellín.

Este tour te llevará por las coloridas calles de algunos barrios de la Comuna 13 , donde podrás apreciar los increíbles murales y grafitis que adornan las paredes de las paredes y casas. Además, podrás aprender sobre la historia de la zona y cómo sus habitantes han logrado superar los desafíos del pasado para convertirse en una comunidad vibrante y acogedora.

Este tour ha sido llamado por muchas personas de diferentes maneras, dentro de ellas: Graffitour, o Tour del Grafiti.

No te pierdas la mejor experiencia.

Historia de la Comuna 13.

Lo primero que debemos hacer antes de hablar un poco de la historia es entender que las comunas no son los peores lugares de la ciudad de Medellín, lo que sucede es que Medellín se distribuye por comunas y barrios, teniendo de esta manera 16 comunas y 275 barrios.

El proceso de urbanización de San Javier empezó a principios del siglo XX con diferentes campesinos antioqueños, y muchos de los primeros migrantes eran del Urabá y Chocó que habían sido victimas de desplazamiento, pero la gran mayoría de los asentamientos los vimos entre los años 70 y 80.

Uno de los barrios de la comuna 13 más antiguo es el Salado .

Desde los 80 empezó el conflicto armado en este lugar, teniendo su punto más alto terminando los 90 y empezando los 2000. Los grupos que infundían temor y muerte eran variados, entre los cuales fueron: ELP, FRAC, ELN, CAP y AUTODEFENSAS.

Los secuestros, violaciones y muerte se habían hecho algo comunes, y todo esto hizo que se realizarán unos 24 operaciones militares con el fin de liberar el sector de estos grupos. Algunas de estas operaciones fueron: Operación Mariscal, Operación Orión. Las cuales dejaron centenares de victimas (muchas de ellas injustamente).

Pero el cambio y la transformación empezó a llegar a ESTE TERRITORIO, por medio de muchos grupos y personas en particular que han sido parte de este cambio, su trabajo en el día de hoy tienen fruto y por este motivo esta comuna es la más visitada de la ciudad de Medellín.

¿Cuándo Empezó el Graffitour Medellín?

Entre el 2008 y 2009 con la visita de un congresista norteamericano y luego la fundación «Mi Sangre» , del cantante Juanes invitó un senador también de Estados Unidos. Fue Aquí donde «Perrograf» y «Jeihhco» decidieron organizar un recorrido por los grafitis que se encuentran en algunos barrios de la Comuna 13. De esta manera comenzó este recorrido artístico y cultural llamado Graffitour Medellín.

Escaleras Eléctricas Comuna 13.

En este tour, tendrás la oportunidad de caminar por las escaleras eléctricas al aire libre más grandes de América Latina, una maravilla arquitectónica que es el símbolo de la transformación de la Comuna 13 . Desde aquí tendrás las mejores vistas de la ciudad y podrás apreciar la belleza natural de la región.

Muchos cuando miran las escaleras eléctricas piensan que no hay en el mundo más escaleras al aire abierto, pero la verdad es que para realizar estas escaleras se toma como referencia las escaleras al aire abierto de Barcelona – España.

Las Escaleras Eléctricas reemplazaron 350 escalones de concreto y Fueron Inauguradas en diciembre del 2011. Esto trajo un gran impacto al barrio Independencia I (Ya que no todos los barrios fueron beneficiados con este proyecto).

Este Lugar es uno de los que se visitarás y disfrutarás de estos grafitis y las escaleras eléctricas.

Graffiti Tour Medellín en la Comuna 13.

Pero este tour no solo es emocionante, también es seguro. El recorrido está dirigido por guías expertos que conocen la zona y te llevarán por los lugares más seguros y emocionantes. De esta manera, podrás disfrutar de la experiencia sin preocupaciones y sentirte seguro en todo momento.

¿Qué Significa Tour Comuna 13?

Este es un tour donde se muestra la historia de este territorio y cómo este lugar fue transformado por medio de las obras sociales, el arte y la cultura. También se visita diferentes atractivos turísticos de algunos barrios.

¿Qué Valor Tiene el Grafiti Tour?

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¿Qué Incluye el Tour Del Graffiti?

• Guía Acompañante en ingles o español (si es en ingles debes solicitarlo con tiempo).
• El sector con graffitis más Extenso de Medellín.
• Te daremos la Historia verdadera del conflicto armado, pero también su cambio (teniendo en cuenta que esto es lo más importante).
• Además, el significado de los grafitis.
• Visitaremos las innovadoras Escaleras Eléctricas.
• Show de canto (Rap) o baile callejero.
• Viaducto Media Ladera.
• Entramos a la 3C3D (graffitis que en la oscuridad Iluminan).
• También, Ingresamos a galerías.
• Visitaremos el Barrio 20 de Julio.
• Barrios Independencias 1 y 2.
• Protocolos de Bioseguridad

Lee detenidamente lo que incluye el recorrido Turístico , Para que tengas en cuenta que tu experiencia será fabulosas..

¿Qué Horario tiene el Graffitour Comuna 13?

Los horarios habituales serian: 

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Ingles (Por favor solicitarlo con anticipación).

¿Cuánto Dura?

Generalmente dura 2 horas y media aproximadamente (2:30 horas). Pero en ocasiones dependerá del tipo de grupo que tenga el guía, ya que en ocasiones puede durar un poco más.

Recomendaciones del Tour.

• La ropa cómoda es muy importante, ya que lo importante es que disfruten lo máximo.
• Aplicarse Bloqueador o anti solar.
• Traer Zapatos Cómodos.
• Sombrilla (paraguas), El tour no se cancela por lluvia, ya que el clima de Medellín es muy Bipolar (puede estar lloviendo y a los 20 minutos saliendo el sol)
• Llegar a Tiempo al punto de encuentro (el Cual se te Dara al Realizar la reserva por WhatsApp).
• Puedes traer buen Dinero ya que hay muchos locales comerciales.
• Si quieres traer Cámara fotográfica sería fantastico..

¿Es Peligrosa la Comuna 13?

Esta es una de las Preguntas Más comunes que surgen cuando se habla de este sector. A lo que tenemos que responder que el sector llegó a ser el más peligro de Medellín, pero Ahora es un lugar de transformación social. 

Además nunca hemos tenido ningún tipo de inconveniente con turistas respecto a la seguridad, y todos han disfrutado al máximo de este maravilloso recorrido turístico en este sector.

Los turistas pueden traer Cámaras Fotográficas, Celulares y Dinero.

¿Cómo llegar a la Comuna 13?

Desde cualquier lugar de Medellín que te encuentres será muy fácil llegar donde empieza el recorrido turístico. Al realizar la reserva al WhatsApp te daremos la ubicación del punto de encuentro para que llegues de la mejor manera.

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¿Qué hacer en Medellín? Otros Tours en Medellín.

• Tour Guatapé y Peñol.
• Tour Hacienda Nápoles.
• City Tour Medellín.
• Tour Pablo Escobar.
• Cuatrimotos Tour ATVS.
• Tour Parapente.

Sin duda alguna tendrá la mejor experiencia en la ciudad de Medellín, ya que esta hermosa ciudad tiene mucho que ofrecer. P uedes Escribirnos para darte la información de cada Tours en Medellín .

En conclusión, el tour de la Comuna 13 es una visita obligada para los turistas que llegan a Medellín . Es una oportunidad única para aprender sobre la cultura y la historia de la región mientras disfrutas de increíbles vistas y una experiencia emocionante. No pierdas la oportunidad de reservar este tour y vivir una experiencia inolvidable.

¿Te vas a quedar con las ganas de venir al Graffitour Medellín?

No te pierdas este magnifico recorrido por el lugar más turístico de la ciudad y al mejor costo.

¿Cómo Reservar?

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El Mejor Tour Del Grafiti Medellín.