Comuna 13 Private Tour with Cable Car Ride in Medellín
by Tourguides Medellin
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$180Overview
Comuna 13 in Medellín has transformed from a troubled neighborhood into a vibrant area marked by street art and community spirit. This private tour lasts about four hours and begins with a ride on the Metro Cable at San Javier station in the western part of the city. From the cable car, participants will see the city’s varied social classes and get a closer look at the neighborhoods that make up Comuna 13. The tour continues with a visit to the Escaleras Electricas de la Comuna 13, where visitors spend about an hour exploring the outdoor escalators that connect the steep hillside community. This area reflects the neighborhood’s recovery from a violent past and its current lively atmosphere. The final part is a two-hour walk through the graffiti area of Comuna 13. Guides explain the stories behind the murals and how the neighborhood changed from a place marked by violence to one of renewed life. The tour includes private transportation, a cable car ticket, air conditioning in the vehicle, health insurance, and local taxes. Food and drinks are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
San Javier Metro Cable
The tour starts at San Javier station in west Medellín, where guests board the Metro Cable. From this vantage point, visitors can see the neighborhoods of Comuna 13 and observe the social differences across the city. The stop lasts about 40 minutes and also offers views of the Metro's Line B.
40 min
Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13
Guests spend about an hour at the outdoor escalators of Comuna 13, which connect the steep hillside community. This area features colorful murals and represents the neighborhood’s recovery from a violent past, reflecting the local community’s efforts to maintain the positive changes.
60 min
Comuna 13
The final stop is a two-hour walk through the graffiti-covered streets of Comuna 13. Guides explain the meaning behind the murals and detail how the area transitioned from a violent history to a lively neighborhood filled with art and community life.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Comuna 13 Private Tour with Cable Car Ride in Medellín
by Tourguides Medellin
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$180Overview
Comuna 13 in Medellín has transformed from a troubled neighborhood into a vibrant area marked by street art and community spirit. This private tour lasts about four hours and begins with a ride on the Metro Cable at San Javier station in the western part of the city. From the cable car, participants will see the city’s varied social classes and get a closer look at the neighborhoods that make up Comuna 13. The tour continues with a visit to the Escaleras Electricas de la Comuna 13, where visitors spend about an hour exploring the outdoor escalators that connect the steep hillside community. This area reflects the neighborhood’s recovery from a violent past and its current lively atmosphere. The final part is a two-hour walk through the graffiti area of Comuna 13. Guides explain the stories behind the murals and how the neighborhood changed from a place marked by violence to one of renewed life. The tour includes private transportation, a cable car ticket, air conditioning in the vehicle, health insurance, and local taxes. Food and drinks are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
San Javier Metro Cable
The tour starts at San Javier station in west Medellín, where guests board the Metro Cable. From this vantage point, visitors can see the neighborhoods of Comuna 13 and observe the social differences across the city. The stop lasts about 40 minutes and also offers views of the Metro's Line B.
40 min
Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13
Guests spend about an hour at the outdoor escalators of Comuna 13, which connect the steep hillside community. This area features colorful murals and represents the neighborhood’s recovery from a violent past, reflecting the local community’s efforts to maintain the positive changes.
60 min
Comuna 13
The final stop is a two-hour walk through the graffiti-covered streets of Comuna 13. Guides explain the meaning behind the murals and detail how the area transitioned from a violent history to a lively neighborhood filled with art and community life.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.