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The Real Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour w/ Local Flavors

Location Medellín, Colombia
$50.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Chubit Travel SAS believes in giving our travelers an insider's view on Medellin Colombia's Transformation from the most dangerous city in the world to now a sought-after destination hotspot.

Our tour takes you deep into San Javier (Comuna 13) on the road less traveled. Our tours are hosted by our local host (Paisa from Medellin) and our local guide, a resident from San Javier. We will visit local establishments and see the local homes to see how people live their daily lives while also experiencing the graffiti and the unique way that Medellin's Comuna 13 has evolved over the decade with art and music.

On this Comuna 13 tour, you will have a chance to experience the local culture of the Comuna 13 area and hear from the locals mouth the true story of Pablo Escobar. During your tour you will be able to see and purchase some unique beers and street food (not included) only in Comuna 13. Afterward, we go down the escalators and end our tour.
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

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • 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
    $50.00
    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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