Tours & Activities in Medellín

If you have come to Medellín you cannot leave without visiting one of its most famous municipalities, La Comuna 13.
For many years it has been the epicenter of wars and confrontations between various groups outside the law, but today it is a sign that it is possible to live in hope, harmony and peace.
In this guruwalk we will tell you how La Comuna 13 went from being the most conflictive and dangerous place in Medellín, to becoming the most visited place in the city thanks to the change it has undergone.
Its streets, its people, its artists, its escalators and its graffiti path are the clear example that after living through the worst years of war and violence, you can be reborn.
We will explain the meaning of the most emblematic graffiti , you will have the opportunity to learn about local initiatives , you will enjoy a sample of music and urban art , you will visit the gallery of a local artist , you will enjoy the best views of the city, there will be food tastings, but Above all, you will have the opportunity to appreciate and understand La Comuna , its houses, its landscapes and share with its people. And since a picture is worth a thousand words... I invite you to watch the video of our tour and I dare to live a unique experience in one of the most impressive neighborhoods in Medellín with our free tour!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=F3wR38__F8E
Important tips:
- Wear comfortable shoes, hat and hydration carrier
- Don't leave the group
- The suggested contribution is COP $30,000 per person
- Have fun at all times and ask a lot, we want to answer everything!
- Arrive 15 minutes early . This way we will start on time.
- In case it is not possible to participate, please cancel the tour in advance on the GuruWalk page.
- The meeting point is at the main exit of the San Javier metro station. You recognize us with the green umbrella.

The original Free Walking Tour in Medellin city centre #1 since 2013. More than 250.000 people have taken our top-rated experience.

• Monday to Sunday
• Several groups a day
• Last-minute booking
• Top-rated tour for 11 years
• Experienced local guides
• Over 250,000 participants so far

More than a city tour! 

This engaging, honest and fun walking tour is the best way to learn about the history & culture of Medellin.

Walk around Medellin’s downtown (El Centro) with a local. Explore the historic districts and let this fascinating city come to life through stories, explanations and urban a lot of reality. During the tour you will discover some of Medellin’s most traditional parks, squares and streets, while learning about the city’s history, culture and people.


Sights visited include:

•  Old Railway Station
• Alpujarra administrative center
• Square of lights
• Carabobo boulevard
• National Palace
• Veracruz church
• Botero Square
• Pedro Nel Ospina's frescoes
• Berrio Square 
• San Antonio Square. 

 Additional information

• Duration: 3 to 3½ hours. Including break for a snack and a toilet
• Language: English 
• Price: Based on tips
  
  **This tour is offered on several other platforms, do not worry if you don't see any bookings, we are always booked.

Welcome to Colombia and Medellín, the city of eternal spring!

With us you will get to know one of the most important and relevant cultures in the history of our country: the paisas! And the historic center of Medellín is the best living example we have to show you what we were and who we are.

We will immerse ourselves in its streets and its people to understand the history, development, conflict and social commitment of an inclusive and innovative Medellín.

With our local Paisa guides you will understand how we reversed our dark and violent past, a product of drug trafficking in the 80's and 90's, into a bright future that made us stronger thanks to the resilient, collective effort and social investment that today allows us to walk, visit and live in the city of “Eternal Spring”.

On this guided tour we will talk and visit must-see places such as:


- Art in Botero's Square, a reference point of the city.
- Paisa industry and culture, the pillars to know its importance in the country
- 80’s & 90’s in Medellín, the history without taboos.
- The railroad and La Alpujarra, the symbols of the development of the city
- Park of Lights, a homage to the father of railroads in Medellín.
- And much more!


We will move between passages, cross the famous Junín street and discover the essence of downtown Medellín.

Don't miss our unique and original tour where we continue writing history together!

We are authentic guides connecting Colombia since 2013, 12 years sharing passion in every step!

 #GOBEYOND

Travelers and travelers!

This is a tour to learn about the paisa culture through flavors, smells and sensations, for 2 hours we will try the most delicious and representative preparations of this land.

Come without breakfast! because he comes here is to eat.
We start with Arepas for breakfast, we will try tropical fruits , this is an experience where all your senses will be explored. and you will try everything from street snacks to the mother of typical Colombian foods, the famous Bandeja paisa! if you have space left.

It is a tour in which not only food is tasted, history and architecture are also discussed, visiting popular spaces such as the Flórez square (popular market), San Ignacio square, Ayacucho street and beach markets.

recommendations
*Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
*The budget to try all the snacks is $25,000 cop

*The specified values may vary depending on what you consume and remember that the value of the tour is NOT included; this price, you decide.
*if you cannot attend please cancel the reservation through Guruwalk.

Dare to live this experience full of flavors, smells and stories!

Hello travelers, Today is a newn day full of history, transformation and culture! 

We invite you to know our Comuna 13 in Medellin. A place that, because of its location, had become the most dangerous sector in the world. We will tell you what really happened in this area, why the rebel groups came to the (COMUNA 13), and how all the armed conflict was generated, in the sector. We will tell you the process and details of the 24 military operations in Comuna 13, which began in 1998 and ended in 2002; including the two largest operations, Operation Marshal and Operation Orion, we will culminate by talking about the Social Transformation. For this reason, Comuna 13 of Medellin has become one of the most visited places in Antioquia and Colombia. That's why we'll tell you. The Genesis, Exodus and social transformation of my neighborhood through culture, art, graffiti, the Street dance show and many more things, that you will discover in this interesting experience 

There is no fixed price, you decide what you want to pay at the end of the experience. We recommend a base contribution from $30.000 per person. Since with this contribution we can pay the platform and also the tour guides. With your contribution you contribute to our growth as professional tour guides as we dedicate ourselves 100% to this 

We are a group of local tour guides from Comuna 13! 

Join us on this interesting tour and experience of Comuna 13, and enjoy one of the best escalators in the world for its properties. As soon as we are in the tourism sector, we will have a wonderful walking tour. We will see many beautiful things like: graffiti mural, colorful houses inside, art galleries, museums, and of course 2 spectacular viewpoints to see almost all of Medellin. 

We will also make 4 stops on this walking tour to talk about the history and current events related to Medellin and its beautiful places. 

Recommendations: The meeting point is at the main entrance of the San Javier metro station. We wear a red T-shirt and a red umbrella that says (Guru Walk and World Lion Tour) according to the logo. 

Wear the mask

Bring disinfectant alcohol 

Bring water 

Bring an umbrella in case of rain 

Bring sunscreen 

Arrive 10 minutes early 

Bring cash for the bus