Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour: Explore Vibrant Street Art and Culture in Medellin
4.7
373 Ratings
El Poblado
Experience the incredible transformation of Medellin's Comuna 13 neighborhood through vibrant street art and engaging cultural encounters on a graffiti tour.
Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Comuna 13 Tour (Pazifistas) - The guides meets guests at the main entrance to the POBLADO metro station by the main ticket booth. Next, the guide takes guests on the metro to the cable cars for a ride up providing amazing panoramic views of Medellin. Afterwards, a short bus ride takes guests to the Comuna 13 neighborhood to explore all the street art while learning all about the troubled past and miraculous transformation of this colorful and vibrant community.
What's Included
  • Metro ride included
  • Cable car journey
  • Bus transportation provided
Additional Information

Not long ago, Comuna 13 was known as the riskiest neighborhood in Medellin, but it has since transformed into the brightest and most energetic area in the city. The metamorphosis happened after a combination of government and private initiatives invested in societal and youth programs, allowing locals and artists to take back their neighborhoods. Now, Comuna 13 boasts streets adorned with stunning street art, teeming with music, street performances, and vendors selling delicious local nibbles. It provides an unbeatable opportunity to experience the bustling streets, mingle with local residents and artists, and partake in unforgettable cultural experiences.

Location
Poblado
The guide meets guests at the main entrance to the POBLADO metro station, a few steps from the ticket booth, before passing the turnstiles.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(373 Ratings)
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Taseben
Apr 2, 2024
The story it tells - Very good, I really liked a very happy neighborhood full of talent, smiles, thinking about everything that was experienced there many years ago, now it is a paradise
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Sheryl_m
Mar 28, 2024
Highly recommend - We had a great tour with Oscar! He was so knowledgeable about the history of Medellin and Comuna 13 and I appreciated all that he shared with us. Comuna 13 is a great place to visit and I’m glad I found this tour!
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Sephia_pavel
Mar 28, 2024
A very urban experience. - We loved the tour! Commune 13 is spectacular for its renovation and to understand it you need the context that only a local can give it. That's why Angel was the right guide for the tour, very knowledgeable about the area and its history.
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417vicenteu
Mar 28, 2024
Great guide - Very good tour. Complete and Angel, the very friendly and committed guide. 100% recommended. It is worth going in the morning when it is less crowded.
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Virginiacalero
Mar 27, 2024
Much more than a graffiti tour! - It is a tour to delve into the realities of Medellín. A tour to appreciate a town that was able to be reborn from the ashes left by the guerrillas, violence and drug trafficking. Today Comuna 13 is a mix of vibrant colors, narrow streets and joy. Super interesting! Congratulations to all ♥️
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Adristern
Mar 27, 2024
You can't miss this story - Getting to know this commune with an appropriate guide is knowing the history of a town that got tired of a miserable life and decided to give its inhabitants a second chance and they succeeded. Beautiful experience.
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Itswindy
Mar 18, 2024
A must in Medellin - Wonderful afternoon for a crash course in Medellin history and how the community transformed itself. Walter was a terrific guide, flexible, personable, and invested in Comuna 13’s success. The rides on the tramvia were great too for a view high above the valley. The main area of the tour near the escalators (2 broken) can get very crowded with people drinking, dancing, shopping, and looking at murals. And note there are a lot of steep stairs; be prepared to get some cardio. If you have mobility issues, might not be right for you.
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Travellerpaula
Mar 10, 2024
Amazing tour! - It was an amazing tour! We walked around comuna 13, learned much about the history but also we got to experience the pleasant and sociable atmosphere. Would definitely recommend!
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Annetteds7511si
Feb 25, 2024
Impressive - It was very impressive to see how this part of the city has changed in a short time. And we had a wonderful guide Walter who told us much about the background !
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Robertvm9919za
Feb 24, 2024
Great tour by Alex - Great story of transformation told by a local. Alex made it very personal and informative. We recommend this tour to anyone who wants to understand the struggle of transformation.
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