10 Walking Tours in Medellin That You Shouldn't Miss

June 10, 2021 Claudia Navarrete

Once infamous for dangerous gangs and drug activity, Medellin has been transformed. It’s now a vibrant destination for travelers seeking a culturally rich vacation. Medellin rises proudly from the belly of the Aburrá Valley, and its natural beauty makes a perfect setting for hiking, zip lining and horseback riding. Travel through lush jungle to Piedra de Penol, then climb the 740 steps to the top—a journey within a journey that rewards you with unforgettable views.
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1. Private Half-Day Medellín Graffiti Tour Including Metrocable

The Charlee Lifestyle, Cl. 9a ###37-16, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia Medellin Travels
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Feel the vibe as you walk in downtown ''El Centro'', be mesmerized with the elaborate street art in Comuna 13, and feel the giant Botero statues. Stunning churches, phenomenal views of the city as you hover over in a cable car and much more await you on this 5-hour private tour. Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s colorful neighborhoods, public art, and architecture from your private guide.

Inclusions: Private group tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Medellin, Transport by private vehicle, All metro, cable, toll fees, etc

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By yeimyy29

This tour was such an amazing and memorable tour! Jorge was our tour guide and i 100% recommend him as the tour guide! Hes fluent in both english and spanish. We did the pablo escobar tour and the City of colombia tour with him and we absolutely loved every minute! It was a full day tour for both tours to be completed. He personally knew so many details that it would've been difficult to know had it been a different tour guide. Definitely book this tour and all for Jorge!!

2. Walking tour downtown Medellín

Poblado, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia Tourguides Medellín
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This experience is for those who want to discover the city walking on it and feeling as locals. we'll visit the places that made the history of Medellin, visiting "La Alpujarra", the administrative center of the city, then going to the first railroad station of the city. after that we'll go to Lights square, also we will see the first skyscrapers of the city. We'll walk through a pedestrian street full of commerce, where you can get the local soccer team's jersey, after that I'll show you a beautiful building with more than 1300 arches. Continuing going to downtown, we'll cross in front of one of the oldest churches in the city. We continue walking to Botero's square, there you will enjoy the 23 sculptures that make Medellin unique. Then we'll visit one of the biggest churches in the world made with bricks. we'll go to a handicrafts market & before ending the tour we will have a yummy lunch at the rooftop in a building right in the heart of the city

Inclusions: Salpicón (mix of fruits)

Exclusions: Coffee at the coffee lab is own expense

Reviewed By 319cassidyc

This tour was the highlight of our family vacation, we absolutely loved it!! Oscar has a gift of making every person feel included and helped our bi-lingual family feel comfortable by providing information in Spanish and English. The private car was extremely clean and the driver did an excellent job navigating the mountainous roads. The tour was filled with extremely interesting information, beautiful sights, kind Colombians, and delicious foods. 100% recommend!

3. Rio Verde 2 days Rafting Expedition

Expedition Colombia
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The Rio Verde Trekking and Rafting trip is one of it's kind. Just 2 hours from Medellin, this experience takes you to the heart of Antioquia's last pristine Jungle. You will discover the lifestyle of rural towns and communities, hike into the canyon as mules carry the rafts, paddle into huge waves and camp in hammocks by the river! This trip will take you to where no one else goes, in company of world class guides, and with the expertise of a well established, high-end adventure company!

Inclusions: Traditional Colombian Lunch with great vegan and veggie options!, Enjoy our Jungle Breakfast at camp!, Private transportation, Rafting gear, mules for transport., Air-conditioned vehicle, 4*4 access, All Camping and cooking equipment, Enjoy an amazing dinner, cooked on the fire + a drink

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Reviewed By Muckaj01

Unforgettable adventure in the beautiful part of remote region of Colombia led by amazing guides.Trekking part was challenging, however not technical and good level of fitness will make it even more enjoyable. Bring loads of sense of humour and open mindness and let the guides take you on an amazing journey where you will spend time with locals and be walking the old tracks only accessible by mules. At the end of the trek, rafts will be waiting for you and take you down the river Samaná, so you can admire its flora and fauna. Big thank you to Deana, Mael, Jules, Alejandro and Jonathan for providing us with 5 star care, from delicious food and stories as well as mid-trip alcohol supply haha ????

4. The best Commune 13 Tours in Medellín

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camantoursmedellin is a company that conducts private tours and group tours as the client chooses and we are a responsible company with the best team whether our logistics guides or the transportation team we have professional guides who know the culture and history of this city and are bilingual so customers feel at home

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private tour and tour of commune 13 and the history of Pablo Escobar, Private transportation

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Reviewed By travelerjeans

The tour was perfect and the guide was very helpful and very knowledgeable. I will definitely book again.

5. Commune 8 - Urban Transfomation

San Antonio, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia Wayacan Tours
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We are the first to create a tour in the Commune 8 of Medellín, a vulnerable neighborhood that has had a great urban and social transformation in recent years by the arrival of the first modern tram in Colombia, two metrocables to connect to the most remote neighborhoods and the Circunvalar Garden being a park full of beautiful nature, birds and one of the best views of the city. In addition, we work hand in hand with the local community so that tourism impacts positively.

Inclusions: Bananas

Exclusions: We do not include the metro and cable car tickets. You must buy them in advance.

Reviewed By enierichter

We went on a tour with Jorge and had an amazing time. He picked us up from the train station and we took the bus to get to the starting point. He told me most facts in English and explained to my friend in Spanish. Not only did he tell us about the neighbourhood it’s story but was patient enough to take photos of us too! I would definitely recommend this to everyone I know. Thank you again Jorge!

6. Comuna 13 Medellín Private Tour

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This tour offers experiencing the transformation of colorful Comuna 13 guided by a local, hearing his/her stories and a ride in the Cable Car plus the comfort of using private transportation between your hotel and Comuna 13.

Inclusions: Private/public transportation from your hotel to Comuna 13 and tour with local guide in Comuna 13, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By jhung34

WOW! What can I say but I would give this 10 stars if I could! This was my first horseback riding tour in Colombia and I did it with Andres. I had such an unbelievable, breathtaking experience. I called him and booked the day before and he was able to squeeze us in for a tour. Andres was super friendly and an awesome guide who also spoke English and Spanish, he’s also very knowledgeable. I ended up choosing the cattle ranch riding tour and it did not disappoint! He was accommodating to payment methods and picking us up from hotel in the morning and provided us water for the trip. The horses you get to ride are from his very own farm. I can tell they are very well taken care of and healthy and also well behaved! We had an authentic Colombian lunch before taking off to ride. He will tailor to your riding experiences but I told him I had experiences riding so we were able to gallop during the flatter part of the ride. The view through the acres was so beautiful. He explained many things to us so I felt that I learned a lot. He also has fresh eggs from his chicken and his own roasted coffee so be sure to pick some up after the ride. It was a full day of trip, about 1.5 hr to the farm, 2 hrs ish for the ride. Overall I had such a wonderful experience for my first tour in Colombia, especially being a horse lover this was a thrill and an experience I’ll never forget. I look forward to other tours with Andres and LandVenture Travel in the future. Thank you again! I HIGHLY recommend going with him for your tours, you will not be disappointed and be coming back for more. ????????????????

7. Graffiti Tour Medellin (Precinct 13) and Plaza Botero Tour

Parque de El Poblado, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia Eco-tours Colombia
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Our tour guide will walk you through Precinct 13, explaining the history and the culture behind the transformation of this once notorious and dangerous area. Enjoy local culture and dancing by kids in the street, taste the famous "mango-biche" ice treat, ride a cable car to see the real Precinct 13 with the current hardships, followed by a metro ride to Parque Berrio for a typical "bandeja paisa" lunch and to view the famous fat, bronze Botero sculptures. Note that this tour is customisable with various options to see the city highlights.

Inclusions: Water provided, typical homemade ice treat at Precinct 13, typical Bandeja Paisa lunch at Plaza Botero, Transport by metro, metro cable, bus or taxi, Travel Insurance with Allianz

Exclusions: alcoholic drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By akashshah0

The tour guides are so knowledgeable and friendly and the itineraries are well planned and executed while still allowing flexibility for the guests. We like them so much, we’ve used the company on four occasions when friends and family have visited us in Medellin; twice for tours of Comuna 13 and the Medellín cable car system and twice for Cruise and Climb El Penol and Guatape. Definitely recommend and will tour with them again for sure.

8. Medellin Fashion Route, a Colombian crafted fashion experience!

Pergamino Cafe, Cra. 37 ##8A-37, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia TeConnecta
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Discover why Medellín is called the capital of Fashion in Colombia, meet award winning independent fashion designers sharing experiences in their own creative environments with our carefully Crafted Fashion Experience. Spend an inspiring afternoon across the area that hosts the most successful group of designers from the ever expanding independent local fashion scene. From Tailor Made suits to on demand jewels, through unique female silhouettes, our selection of designers have often been in charge of the complete look of popstars, movie actors and international entrepreneurs. Don’t miss it!

Inclusions: Delicious local coffee, Typical gourmet dish with a fresh beberage, Glass of wine, Bottled water, Bag , Some discounts at the visited stores, Private transportation, Souvenir

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Reviewed By bombstoliv

I highly recommend the Connect to Medellin tour with Andrea! Andrea is awesome and professional and fun and shows you her beautiful city exactly the way you want to see it based on your interests. Don’t hesitate to book with this company!

9. Night experience

Estación Metrocable Arví, Santa Elena, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia Destino Santa Elena
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In this tour the traveler will be able to know about the pre-Hispanic routes and the ancestral vestiges of the history of the region. At the same time you will breathe a pure air that oxygenates your lungs, under the sky of a forest of fog that connects with the spirits of nature increasing sensitization of the senses and giving your body a good mental and body exercise. You can also contemplate the transition from rural to urban with beautiful views.

Inclusions: Tasting of an ancestral drink used by our indigenous people and with several applications for health and vitality.

Exclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water

10. Commune Tour 13 Graffiti Tour

Estación metro san javier, Cra. 95 #96-29, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia Culture Colombia Tours
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It is a guided tour of places where we will talk in detail about the history of the inhabitants of commune 13 and how art, graffiti and culture completely changed the territory from being known as one of the most violent places in Medellín to be one of the most important tourist points. The tour includes bus transport and three snacks that will be given along the route, these are a pie, the drink known as guarapo and mango ice cream. Another of the most special aspects of the tour is that you enter the house of an inhabitant of commune 13, Rosalba one of the first people to reach commune 13, a person full of history and experiences with violence, Culture and change.

Inclusions: A pie and an ice cream snack will be given in the middle of the tour

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Reviewed By km00re20

Esteban did a great job with the tour. We appreciated his personal stories, and the way he helped us to better understand the history and transformation of the comuna over the past couple of decades. Not all of us spoke fluent Spanish but his English was good so we could understand everything. It was a lot of walking so wear good shoes, but I would highly recommend a tour with Esteban!

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