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Colourful graffiti in the streets of Comuna 13, Medellín

Private Comuna 13 tour

Street art, memory and neighbourhood life with a local guide

Comuna 13 with someone who knows it from the inside: the escalators, the graffiti and the stories behind every wall. No rush, with stops at the neighbourhood’s own businesses and time to talk to the people who live there.

What you will see

  • Outdoor escalators and neighbourhood viewpoints
  • The most important murals and who painted them
  • The real history of the neighbourhood, told with respect
  • A food stop at a local business

How the tour goes

  1. Pick-up at your hotel

    Private transfer to San Javier.

  2. Up through the neighbourhood

    Escalators, viewpoints and the first murals.

  3. Graffiti and memory

    A walk through the murals with the story behind each one.

  4. Local stop

    A mango biche, an ice cream or a coffee at a neighbourhood business.

Questions about this tour

What is the best time to visit Comuna 13?

Mornings are quieter with better light. Afternoons have more atmosphere and music. We advise you based on what you are looking for.

Is it suitable for children and older travellers?

Yes. The route uses escalators and can be done calmly. We adapt the pace to your group.

Do you talk about Pablo Escobar on the tour?

We talk about the neighbourhood’s history with context and respect, without turning it into a show. We do not do narco-tourism.

Shall we talk about your trip?

Tell us your dates, how many you are and what you feel like doing. We reply within 24 hours.