Medellín: Private City Tour with Metrocable and Comuna 13 Medellín: Private City Tour in English
ID: GYG183056-730292
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a private guided tour through the vibrant city of Medellín and explore many iconic and local hot spots such as the Comuna 13 and the Botero Plaza.
Get an insight into Colombia's troubled past on a private guided tour of the formerly dangerous district of Comuna 13 in Medellín.
Discover a replica of an old village at Pueblito Paisa on Nutibara Hill, and get stunning views over the rooftops from one of the city's few conserved ecosystems. Make your way to Comuna 13 to learn how the most notorious neighborhood in the country has reinvented itself.
See stunning examples of street art and graffiti that puts the political and socio-economic story of the area into context.
Once the center of the gang wars and guerilla activity, the area has been transformed by the local community with the help of government projects such as a giant escalator that runs up the hill.
Visit the iconic sculptures by Fernando Botero along the Botero Plaza and take a walk in the Parques del Rio.
Highlights
- See a replica of an old Colombian township
- Marvel at the street art of Comuna 13
- Visit Botero Plaza and admire the iconic sculptures
- Explore the city from the Metrocable
- Walk in Parques del Rio
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Full names and passport numbers are mandatory in order to issue travel insurance
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• The guide may be bilingual
• Bring valid current ID
• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
• This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress accordingly
• There is no minimum number of people required
• Travelers must provide their identity document necessary for travel insurance, otherwise the tour operator is not responsible for eventualities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
