Comuna 13 Tour: Medellín's Vibrant Transformation

Embark on a captivating journey to Comuna 13, a vibrant community that has transformed from a dangerous place to a hub of art and culture. Experience the cable car ride that showcases the resilience of the human spirit. Join us now!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cable Metro Station - 1) After being picked up from your place in comfortable and private transportation, we’ll begin our tour heading to the northwest of Medellín, towards our CABLECAR SYSTEM in Comuna 13, an emblem of progress and innovation of the city. This transportation played a significant role in positioning Medellín as the world’s most…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance to Cablecar
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

If you hate waiting and walking behind big groups or just have a short time to explore Medellín, this is the perfect tour for you, we will cut to the chase and show you the most important spots without wasting time on unnecessary details.
This tour takes you to one of the most captivating places of Colombia, a place full of contrasts, life, death,…

Location
Parque de El Poblado
If you're not staying in the area of El Poblado or Laureles, we can meet at Lleras Park at El Poblado, right at Juan Valdez Coffee Shop at the start time. You let us know in advance is that's where we're going to meet.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Ferny-pines
Jan 20, 2026
Great tour of Communa 13! - Alex is a great guide! We loved our tour of Communa 13! From pick up to drop off everything was so easy and interesting and educational- would definitely recommend! :)
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Carine_p
Dec 25, 2025
Very nice activity! Our... - Very nice activity! Our guide Alexander was really nice, patient and knowledgeable about Medellín! We recommend it!
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Zachary
Dec 16, 2025
Great private tour - Laura was great and allowed plenty of time for pictures and questions. She explained the history well, and we also enjoyed the cable car and fruit market.
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Haley_c
Nov 25, 2025
10/10 experience in Comuna 13 - Our tour with Juan Carlos was a wonderful addition to our trip, from pick up to drop off Juan Carlos took care of all of our needs and told us all about the incredible history of Comuna 13! I would absoutlely recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience communa 13 in a real way and seeing the large area that C13 covers. Taste the delicious treats, see the arts and culture, the real community and the aerial view from the cable car
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David_c
Oct 25, 2025
Communa 13 - Incredible experience! The Comuna 13 tour was inspiring, safe, and full of local culture. Highly recommend!
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Camposihling
Oct 24, 2025
Daniel is amazing! - Daniel is an excellent guide. Arrived early, and extremely knowledgeable and a great story teller. Highly recommend Daniel.
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Raymondaz8882gs
Aug 8, 2025
Awesome Comuna 13 tour experience - We spent half a day exploring Comuna 13 in Medellín, and it was unforgettable. Once marked by violence, it’s now a vibrant hub of art, music, and community pride. Colorful murals, open-air escalators, and sweeping city views tell powerful stories of resilience and hope. Our guide’s insight made the history come alive, and the locals’ warmth made us feel welcome and safe. A must-visit for anyone wanting to understand Medellín’s transformation
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Danielhs9590nf
Jul 10, 2025
Loved the tour and Carlos is an amazing guide! - We loved the tour to Comuna 13! Carlos was an absolutely amazing guide and he is a wonderful ambassador for Medellín. His knowledge of the history and current circumstances of Comuna 13 —as well as the rest of the city and all of Colombia—is incredible. Thank you so much for the experience.
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K5168ysjonathanh
May 24, 2025
Our tour to Comuna 13 - Absolutely loved the tour to Comuna 13! The vibrant street art, powerful stories of transformation, and Juan Carlos made it an unforgettable experience; his knowledge about their history and English is amazing. It’s inspiring to see how a community has turned its past into a symbol of hope and resilience. Highly recommend this tour WITH Juan Carlos to anyone visiting Medellín!
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Angeline13
Jul 16, 2024
Fantastic day with Daniel! - Such a great day with Daniel! We started at the market, getting to sample a wide variety of exotic fruits. Then we headed to Comuna 13 for a very interesting and informative tour. Daniel was so knowledgeable and personable. We were so happy with this tour and especially Daniel. Highly recommend!
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From $40
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).