Pablo Escobar and Comuna 13 Tour: An Insightful Journey into Medellin's Resilient Transformation
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178 Ratings
Medellín
Embark on a small group tour exploring the life of Pablo Escobar and the resilience of Medellin. Discover how the city has transformed and learn the stories of its resilient people.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13 - Next at La Catedral, Pablo´s private prison, lush hillside to enjoy panoramic city views and to visualize how he decided to work with the Colombian government at one point.

The tour leaves La Catedral as you are informed about Escobar´s escape and the upcoming pursuit that lasted 18 months until he finally got caught. At Los Olivos community, visit the block and the houses where Pablo got shot. Was it suicide or what has exactly happened? Make your own conclusions after hearing your guide´s information.

Next, tour stops at the cemetery where Pablo rests along with his family members. Take this opportunity to learn how Pablo got started by the black widow (Griselda Blanco), whose grave is located just steps from his.

Finally, the tour takes you to one of the humblest communities where you´ll realize how Medellin went from the most violent to the most innovative city in the world. At comuna 13 you will understand how Medellin has been so resilient by admiring the colorful street art and outstanding infrastructure such as the largest outdoor escalator in America.

At the end, minivan goes back to the initial starting point.

What's Included
  • Ask about upgrade to private tour for extra USD 70 if you are solo signed in 12 hrs before tour
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges included
  • Professional driver/guide provided
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • if 12 hours before there is only 1 person signed, tour will be canceled and fully refunded.
Additional Information

Join our engaging Small Group guided tour available every day at 8 AM or 2 PM to delve into the life of Pablo Escobar, his effect on his community, and the newly transformed and resilient Medellin. We’ll visit locations where Escobar resided, broadcasting narratives about the city’s painful history and its catalogue of transformation due to drug cartel influences, transportation provided via a air-cooled minivan.

Departure twice daily from El Poblado’s central site at Carrera 38 # 9 A-26 in Park Lleras, with return trip provided.

This tour serves as an educational illustration of societal mishaps and the identification of true heroes.

Focusing on the victims, the tour emphasizes stories of those who suffered the most, such as police officers and government functionaries. The unglorified narrative will ultimately reveal Medellin’s resilient spirit and the fortitude of its people.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Guides are required to wear masks
  • Travelers are required to wear masks
  • Private groups, no interaction with other travelers
  • Guides: Temperature is measured at the beginning of each working day
  • Periodic disinfection of vehicles
  • Use of antibacterial gel and alcohol
Location
Parque Lleras
meet up address is carrera 38 # 9 A -26 in Park Lleras in El Poblado (DONDE AQUELLOS bar) at 8 AM or 2 PM depending on your booking
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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27hamzeh
Nov 24, 2023
Best tour company I have ever used. - This is a great company to hire if you would like to learn about the history of Medellin and Columbia in general. My guide Daniel was incredible and very easy to have conversations with. I felt safe, entertained, and I wish the tour was longer. Great job guys!!
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Kp_tirado
Oct 24, 2023
Captivating walking tour - This is a really cool, visually & historically interesting tour; after 2 days of physically grueling tours, this one was more easygoing but no less captivating. We made several stops to the advertised points of interest & our guide was very informative.
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Victoria_d
Aug 4, 2023
Awesome! - Our experience was incredible. Our guide, David, was very knowledgeable and such a friendly and fun. We loved it. Highly recommend.
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Joseph_a
Jul 4, 2023
Great tour and tour guide! - The whole experience. The guide, Fabio, was great....super knowledgeable about the subject and just a great guide.
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Mandy_z
Jul 3, 2023
Do this tour and ask for Luis! - Luis was a fantastic guide! He shared information with us the entire way, constantly checked in to make sure we were doing okay, and made sure we saw everything we wanted to. We visited La Catedral, Escobar’s grave, and Comuna 13. At each stop Luis made sure we got the pictures we wanted and we never felt rushed. He also speaks excellent English and translated for us when needed. Highly recommend!!!
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Stpetegrizzly
Jul 2, 2023
Great tour - Amazing tour. Would recommend to anyone wanting to see Medellín and the history of the area. Wear comfortable shoes
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Kassie
Jun 25, 2023
Amazing times in Medellin - Luis was an amazing tour guide! Very attentive, friendly, and informative! This was such a great tour to start our experience in the beautiful city of Medellin!
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Gadiel
Jun 20, 2023
Like visiting with family - Luis treated me like family and he took great care of me throughout the tour. He is very cordial and knowledgeable. I highly recommend him a as a guide. The tour itself was fantastic, the catedral visit was the highlight of my trip.
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Kp_tirado
Jun 6, 2023
Fantastic history / urban scenery - Our guide Fabio was very knowledgeable, engaging & accommodating; this tour packs a lot of activities. I didn’t like how everyone is trying to make a buck / hawk their goods off association with Escobar / or his image, but other than that, very educational & impressive.
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Julio_s
Dec 26, 2023
Did not include La Cathedral - First with the positive, the tour was well organised. I accidentally booked the wrong date so I called the number and spoke to a nice guy who without any fuss changed the date for me. On getting to the meeting point the tour guide messaged me in case I couldn’t find it. However, the reason I booked this tour specifically is because I wanted to see La Cathedral, and when I asked the tour guide he told me we’re not going there because it’s closed. I really felt this should have been communicated before we booked the tour because on the “what to expect” description it is included. Other than that the tour just included Escobar’s grave and Comuna 13. There’s other Communa 13 tours which are much better, more thorough and led by people who grew up there. I was quite disappointed.
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