Colombia · MEDELLIN TOURS
Medellín is a valley city you see from above, by cable car or by parachute. The 15 below sort the Comuna 13 walks, the coffee fincas in the hills, the Guatapé day trip and the Escobar history tours by price, duration and how early the pickup is.
Join a small group of up to 10 with guides such as Natalia, Santiago, Martin, or Melina. Travel by metro, cable car, and bus to Comuna 13 for coffee, street art, a dance show, an arepa, local stories, and a drink with city views.
“excellent! the best part was the rapper at comuna 13 very talented and entertaining I laugh a lot”
Follow Pablo Escobar’s trail from Inflexión Memorial Park to La Catedral, the soccer field he built, and Montesacro Cemetery. English-speaking guides such as Daniel, Edwin, Vivi, and Danilo explain Colombia’s painful past without glorifying cartel violence. Small groups, round-trip transport, and cemetery entry are included.
“Daniel was an amazing guide, he knew a lot about the history of the Narcos in Medellin and showed us very interesting places! The driver was also great, the ride up the hill to La Catedral was super convenient even though there were quite steep hills/slopes. Would recommend! Thank you :)”
Walk Comuna 13 with local guides such as Mateo, Jorge, Alex, and Esteban, hearing firsthand stories of its difficult past and recent change. Taste empanadas and mango with lime, visit galleries and viewpoints, ride the famous escalators, and catch a rap or breakdance show during this three-hour tour.
“It was amazing to visit the Comuna 13 with a guide who can explain you the history behind the evolution of this commune so full of life and beauty. Jorge was the best guide we’ve had in 1 month visiting Colombia ! Full of energy, knowledge and pedagogical. Gracias Jorge mejor guia !”
Join an English- or Spanish-speaking local guide for a four-hour journey from Poblado through Medellín’s metro and cable-car system to Comuna 13. Walk past murals, ride the outdoor escalators, meet residents, and hear how the neighborhood changed. Guides may include Christian, Walter, Camilo, Angel, or Sebastian.
“Perfect way to explore a part of the city that we probably wouldn’t go if it wasn’t in a tour! The history says a lot of this place, thanks to our guide for giving the information and the assurance for being there. Great experience, highly recommend it”
Spend six hours at D’Arrieros Coffee Farm near San Sebastián de Palmitas with guides such as Laura, Lorena, or Daniela. Pick beans, taste honey and cherry coffees, try coffee-husk tea and mucilage frappé, enjoy a paisa lunch, and add a 45-minute horseback ride.
“This coffee tour was really good! I only went with my mum because she loves coffee, I’m not a huge fan but it was still really interesting even without liking it! Would recommend”
Travel from Medellín to San Felix for a tandem paragliding flight above Medellín, Bello, and the surrounding mountains. Your pilot handles the equipment, explains each step, and records the flight with a GoPro. Juan José, Santiago, Mario, and other pilots are praised for calm instruction and smooth flights.
“Very good time pick up Was swift and guide was amazing”
Travel from Medellín to Guatapé in an air-conditioned van, with breakfast, lunch, hotel pickup, and a professional guide. You’ll see El Peñol, the old-town replica, La Piedra, and Guatapé’s zócalos. Many departures also include a reservoir boat ride. Guides such as Juliana and Arturo have earned special praise.
“It was a very good excursion. Considering the amount of time , we saw a lot and I recommend everyone to visit these places - and if you’re short on time , this is the best day trip. I personally didn’t like being with such a big group on a big bus - everything slows down and becomes somewhat impersonal. Because of this size I also couldn’t hear most of the time what our guide was explaining. I loved the boat trip but didn’t appreciate the loud music (but that’s personal again because I prefer silence in nature). Maybe we could’ve had lunch on our own in Guatapé-it’s such a…”
Spend four hours visiting Medellín sites tied to Pablo Escobar, from a neighborhood mural and Montesacro Cemetery to Inflexión Park and the rooftop where he died. An English or Spanish-speaking guide such as Alejandro, Johnny, Juan, or Alejo leads the route, with transport, beer, or water included.
“My tour guide Camilo was very knowledgeable on the history of Pablo Escobar. He also told us some personal stories which made it personable. The transportation vehicle was air conditioned which was a plus. I left this tour knowing a lot more than I did coming in. Thank you!”
Spend about 10.5 hours with a bilingual guide such as Mario, César, or Naomi, traveling by themed bus from El Poblado to Guatapé. Visit Hacienda La Manuela by boat, see El Peñol, explore colorful Guatapé, and add ATVs, jet skis, paintball, or the rock climb for extra cost.
“Amazing trip with Cesar and Alex! We’ve seen so many things and got a lot of interesting information!”
Spend about five hours with a private Spanish or English guide exploring Medellín by car, cable car, and on foot. See Pueblito Paisa, Botero Plaza, Comuna 13’s graffiti and escalators, and Parques del Rio. Guides such as Hector, Natalia, Jorge, and Nelson are praised for flexible, personal storytelling.
“Andres was amazing, guiding us all day and making us feel secure. Highly recommended!”
Join a bilingual guide such as Santiago or Brayan for a three-hour walk through El Poblado. Try five Colombian street foods, hear local stories, view street art, and visit a rooftop with wide city views. Come hungry, wear sturdy shoes, and budget extra for drinks.
“The guide, Santiago, was enthusiastic to share his expertise and made the tour enjoyable and fun. He was also flexible and understanding when we ran late, and went ahead to get food from a place before they closed. He is great and an asset to the organisation!”
Walk Medellín’s historic center with local guides such as Santiago, Miguel, Carolina, or Daniel. See Botero Plaza, Junín Street, La Alpujarra, and the Park of Lights while learning about Paisa culture, the railroad, and the city’s difficult 1980s and 1990s.
“This was a great tour and provided tons of insights into the history of Medellín. Our tour guide Manuel was amazing - super knowledgeable and passionate about showing him all aspects of his city. Highly recommend it!”
Walk Comuna 13 with local guides such as Lucho, Esteban, Enrique, and Luis. Hear personal stories, ride the famous escalators, visit art galleries, watch breakdance, meet a guide’s family, taste local snacks, and spray your own graffiti.
“Enrique is the best tour guide ever!!!! So sweet & so passionate about his job. Made the tour so interesting. Thank you :) Ella”
Spend about eight hours exploring Medellín by air-conditioned vehicle, Metro, and Metro Cable. Visit Botero Plaza, Barefoot Park, Pueblito Paisa, River Parks, and Comuna 13, where local guides explain the graffiti, electric stairways, music, and neighborhood change. Lunch and bilingual guidance may be available.
“Very nice experience, you know many important points of Medellin and meet the places described in the itinerary. As a suggestion it would be good not to only put reggaeton on the bus at high volume, many of us resent listening to such vulgar songs.Auto-translated”
Meet at San Antonio Tranvía station for a 270-minute tour into Barrio La Sierra. Ride Medellín’s electric tram and cable car, walk the hillside community, pick coffee berries, visit Casa Finca de La Sierra, and taste coffee with guides such as Melissa, Arturo, Carolina, and Valentina.
“We thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Christian was a great guide and a translator. This tour may be difficult for someone with limited leg mobility. There was a lot of walking which included hills. Fine by me! We learned a lot about the production of coffee (obviously) but also learned about the history and the community. Would recommend!”
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