Graffiti Tour of Comuna 13: Discover History and Create Your Own Street Art in Medellín
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32 Ratings
Medellín
Embark on a Graffiti Tour of Comuna 13 in Medellín and discover the history, art, and culture of this vibrant neighborhood. Explore the colorful streets filled with murals and graffiti, learn the stories behind the art, and even create your own street art. Don't miss out!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Cra. 109 #38a-11 - Enjoy the street art of the commune through murals, graffiti, dances and beautiful views. On the tour, you will visit local art galleries where you will be able to see the transformation of Comuna 13 and its great resilience. Each of the places you will visit will tell you a story on its walls, in its alleys you will be able to see the secrets that the past hides. Finally, at the viewpoint of the commune and accompanied by its beautiful views of Medelln, you will have the opportunity to leave your own mark in the form of graffiti and you will be able to appreciate the change in the city where violence predominated and the only language spoken was Spanish. of the war and which is now a cultural space full of dreams and hopes.
What's Included
- Create your first graffiti piece with guidance.
- Experience an exhilarating street dance performance.
- Discover local art in galleries.
- Savor the unique flavors of Comuna 13’s typical ice cream.
- Explore awe-inspiring murals and graffiti.
- Engage in interactive activities with a chance to win prizes.
- Learn about the transformative history of Commune 13.
- Enjoy the insights of a local guide.
- Avoid bringing aerosol sprays.
Additional Information
Experience the vibrancy of Medellín’s Comuna 13 on a captivating tour that introduces you to its rich history, art and culture. Join expert local guides who will take you around the brightly painted streets adorned with murals, street art, and creative expressions that define this neighborhood. This tour allows visitors to observe and understand the remarkable transformation of Comuna 13, from its tough past to becoming a beacon of resilience and optimism in Medellín.
Navigating through streets that are a canvas of innovative art forms, be it murals or oil paintings, you will uncover the symbolism behind the graffiti masterpieces crafted by local artists and relish some of the best sights of Medellín.
The guides will share enthralling narratives that chronicle the transformation and resilience of this community. To top it off, get an opportunity to create your own graffiti art and broadcast a message to your loved ones or home country. Don’t let this opportunity slip by.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobile disabilities
Location
Cra. 109 #38a-11
Carrera 109
At the corner of the butcher shop, the respective guide with an orange t-shirt and an orange umbrella will be waiting, next to the bus stop. As additional information, we are in front of the meeting point and you will find the hermos store.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(32 Ratings)
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Dirk_s
Apr 1, 2024
amazing tour - This was an amazing tour and the best thing we did on our trip to 🇨🇴. Our guide was amazing and gave us a great history lesson of the communa. Please remember this is NOT a Pablo Escobar tour, this is the history in the communa only.
On the tour we saw a rap and dancing performance which was great, and we had some amazing food on the way down (not covered for in tour price). Hint. Get the candy coconut at the halfway point where you see all the bikes parked.
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Peter_s
Jan 24, 2024
Comuna 13 - Very nice tour ,very professional and friendly tour guide Diego. Lots of history of Medellin. We will come back
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Thore11111
Jan 6, 2024
Lovely experience with the outstanding guide - We loved the tour because the guide made it a special experience to get to know the history of comuna13.
There were plenty of things to try and taste.
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Kjoseluisg1983
Dec 29, 2023
Excelent tour with a Great guide - The comuna 13 tour with Diego was just amazing, very well detailed , organized and interesting. I highly recommend.
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Colombetflorent
Dec 3, 2023
Great - Super tour, the guide really knows the place ans speak perfect english! Really nice time to visit this place.
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Maria
Dec 3, 2023
Very informative - Our guide made sure we knew the history behind the comuna 13, and showed us around spots you don't get to see in a regular tour. They instruct you how to get there, and also how to leave and places to go after the tour.
I recommend this to whoever wants to explore this place.
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Anle1234
Nov 26, 2023
Excellent Tour with lots to learn - We had a great tour with Diego who really took the time to explain a lot about the history of the comuna and the meanings of many of the amazing graffitis in the streets. We got to enjoy a street dance show, tried authentic "ice cream", searched for the most famous paintings in a gallery and were allowed to spray a small Graffiti ourselves. I'm sure I even forgot to mention something because the tour was packed with small activities and of course we learned a lot during all of them. Highly recommend!
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Monica_k
Aug 29, 2023
Highly recommend! - Wonderful tour! Diego was our guide and was very knowledgeable about the Communa. His English was wonderful and he did a good job of repeating information if needed. We had some “freebies” along the way — Diego got us a popsicle and a souvenir from an art store. The break dancers were also amazing.
Overall 10/10. Would recommend. Great value for money.
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Boimabla
Aug 19, 2023
An honest and beautiful historical tour - Diego was an absolutely amazing tour guide. He is extremely kind, knowledgeable, and speaks about the experience from the heart. He is a true local and you can tell he has a positive relationship with all his neighbors. The tour was paced well and he left much time to stop and take in all the history and the art of the community. Would definitely recommend!!
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Michelle_p
Mar 30, 2024
Yummy! - The street churros and maracu mango were amazing! The tour guide Diego was very knowledgeable about the history of Comuna 13. The tour was worth every penny and we even left w/gifts. My only concern was and is for the elderly who wish to come. Steps do vary in size and the tour involves steep inclines and declines presenting high fall risk and over exertion issues.
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