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The Real Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour w/ Local Flavors

Location Medellín, Colombia
$50
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Comuna 13 Tour in Medellin offers a unique perspective on the area's transformation from a dangerous past to a vibrant cultural hub. Led by local guides, this immersive experience dives into the heart of San Javier, showcasing art, music, and the daily lives of its residents.

  • 🖼️ Explore the vibrant street art and graffiti that tell the story of Comuna 13's evolution over the years.
  • 🏡 Visit local family homes to gain insight into the daily lives of residents and understand their culture firsthand.
  • 🍻 Sample unique local beers and street food available exclusively in Comuna 13 (not included in the tour price).
  • 🎨 Experience the lively atmosphere as you walk through the neighborhood, interacting with locals and hearing their stories.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Enjoy a 4-hour walking tour that includes navigating stairs and escalators, immersing you in the area's landscape.
  • 👥 Benefit from the expertise of a local professional English-speaking guide who will share insights and answer your questions.
  • 🎶 Discover the rich musical heritage of Comuna 13, with opportunities to enjoy live performances along the way.
  • 🚍 Use public transportation like a local, with private vehicle transportation included for hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • 💵 Gratuities for guides are recommended, typically between $20,000 to $40,000 COP per guide, with two guides available for personalized attention.
  • 🗺️ This tour is accessible for all fitness levels, ensuring everyone can enjoy the unique offerings of Comuna 13.

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Standard Tour
Duration: 4 hours: The tour is an average of 4 hours, depending on how much you drink and eat, it can be longer
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Tour of Comuna 13, ride the escalators, view the art, experience the music, and explore the culture
  • Walk through Comuna 13, not just the tourist zone; but through the local town
  • One Local Professional English Speaking Guide to help with translations and answer questions
  • One Local Resident Guide to tell you local stories and experiences
  • Gratuities for the guides (recommended $20.000-40.000 COP per guide, we have 2 guides per tour)
  • Meals & food not listed under What's Included.
  • Transportation by private vehicles as we are taking public transportation like a local
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off

Meeting point
We will meet inside the tienda (store) where the owner will treat us to coffee and snacks. Please arrive between 30 minutes before departure (10:30 AM) as the tour departs at 11:00 AM sharp.
Return details
We will say farewell at the San Javier Metro Station where our local host will provide you with all assistance to get back to your hotel or place of stay via taxi, uber, or public transportation.

  • Comuna13
    We will meet at our starting point and visit some local spots for local foods and visit a local family home to experience what it is to be living in Comuna 13. Our tour is different from others because we do not just take you to the tourist hot spots. We take you off the beaten path, and then we also go into Comuna 13 to enjoy local snacks and beverages. We will visit all of the highlights, such as the escalators, the graffiti tour, local street artworks, music, and more. You will also have the opportunity to meet locals who live in San Javier (Comuna 13) and ask them questions so you can truly understand what it means to be living in Colombia.
  • Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13
    We continue our tour as we go from the local area towards the touristy side known as the escalators. We will admire some of the unique artworks and crafts available for sale and we take you to some unique spots to get some snacks and to have a chance to become a kid again! Throughout this time we can bar hop or just explore the beauty of the arts and sample the local street food. There's no limit to how much you can drink and eat. the tour does not finish until you have had enough! (As a reminder, food and beverages are not included in the tour)

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a full walking tour where we go up and down stairs and more. Travelers must be able to walk and move freely without any assistance for 5 hours.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    The Real Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour w/ Local Flavors

    Location Medellín, Colombia
    $50
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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