We Don’t Talk About Pablo: Untold Narcos Story and Transformation
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the real story behind the narco era on this 4-hour historical tour through Medellin. Go beyond the dramatization seen in popular TV shows, and uncover the untold narratives that shaped Colombia's past, present, and future. This tour dives deep into the multiple perspectives of local residents, highlighting how Medellin has not only survived its dark times but also transformed into a resilient city. Learn about the socio-political factors that supported its rebirth, and how the cocaine boom shaped everything from politics to fashion.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in public transportation
- Snacks
- Cable-car and tram tickets
- Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
- Entry tickets
What's not
- Optional tips and gratuities
- Unspecified food and beverages
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
Start your journey with hotel pick-up in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan, heading to the heart of Medellin’s history. This tour is not the typical Pablo Escobar tour. Instead, it offers a fresh perspective, grounded in real facts and context. Understand how the narcotrafficking era emerged, how it continues to affect Colombia today, and the incredible resilience and social transformation that has helped Medellin heal.
Next, take the cable car to Comuna 8 and ride the tram to the Museum of Memory, an institution dedicated to telling the true story of Colombia’s past. Interactive exhibits give you insight into the impacts of narcotrafficking on Colombian society, revealing stories of struggle and resilience from multiple voices.
Explore significant landmarks such as the Parque de la Inflexion, which stands as a memorial to the victims of the narco wars. Walk through the neighborhood, visiting stops that highlight different perspectives of Medellin's transformation. From El Pinal to Ayacucho, you’ll experience how Medellin has become internationally known for its social renewal and ongoing efforts to combat the effects of its violent past.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Impulse Travel
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour does not pretend to put Escobar as a leader. The intention of this tour is to educate our visitors about the true and complete history and provide a vision of the present of Colombia.
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes.
How it compares in Medellín
- Its from-price is 17% below the median of the 1334 experiences we list in Medellín.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 151 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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