Comuna 13 with Local Guides: Graffiti & Real Stories
- 2h 40m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
We are not guides who simply studied Comuna 13… we are part of it. Our guides were born and raised in the community. They experienced its past and witnessed its transformation firsthand. What you will hear is not a memorized script, but real stories told by people who lived them. As you explore the neighborhood alongside other travelers, you will see more than graffiti, electric escalators, and viewpoints. You will understand the stories behind them, discover the meaning of the murals, connect with local artists, learn about community projects, and experience the culture and flavors of the neighborhood. This is more than a tour to see Comuna 13. It is an opportunity to understand it through the people who call it home. We don't tell you about Comuna 13 from the outside. We tell you about it from within.
Inclusions
What's included
- Famous green mango ice cream in the city
- Urban dance show
- Insurance policy
- Visit a local art gallery
- Comuna 13 souvenir
- One-way bus transportation (the tour ends in our neighborhood).
What's not
- Anything not specified is not included ❌
Itinerary
Walk through the most iconic spots of Comuna 13 with local guides who were born and raised in the neighborhood, sharing real stories you won’t find online. Feel its energy, connect with its people, and discover how this area transformed from one of the most dangerous places into a global symbol of art and resilience. This is not just a tour… it’s Comuna 13 from the inside.
Doña Alba’s Ice Cream: Enjoy a complimentary tasting of delicious handcrafted ice cream, a local favorite in Comuna 13.
Explore some of the most iconic murals in Medellín, each telling a powerful story through art.
Visit the unique outdoor escalators in Comuna 13, the only ones of their kind in a neighborhood in Latin America.
Take in breathtaking panoramic views of Medellín from the top of Comuna 13 and capture unforgettable photos from one of the city’s best viewpoints.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meeting Point: San Javier Metro Station (Line B) Please arrive at the main exit (Line B). You’ll recognize us by a green umbrella. ❌ This is not the Metrocable exit. If arriving by Uber: Carrera 99 #45-25
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Aic Tour
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Medellín
- Its from-price is 78% below the median of the 1334 experiences we list in Medellín.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 197 of 1334.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Medellín
Medellín is Colombia's spring-like city in the Andes, known for its cable cars, vibrant neighbourhoods and remarkable story of transformation.
The city fills a long Andean valley, with brick houses climbing the slopes and a climate mild enough to earn it the name City of Eternal Spring. Its metro and Metrocable cable cars link hillside communities to the centre and give sweeping views on the ride up toward the forests of Parque Arví.
Top-ranked sights in Medellín: Guatapé (Pueblo de Zócalos), Plaza Botero, Pueblito Paisa .
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