Medellín Tours

Beyond the numbers, military operations and casualties, Comuna 13 and the city went through certain complex events that now contrast with the artistic and entrepreneurial spirit of its people, so with this tour we want to show the new face of the city, that face of innovation, drive and resilience, all through art, culture and urban transformation that the city has had. Nowadays, the people who inhabit this district are example of strength and resilience. The local government has implemented certain programs that have significantly improved living standards. Also, you will learn about the history of our city, with its positive and negative aspects, you will discover the transformation of Medellín. Our goal for visitors is not just to go and take photos, we also work along with this community. - The cable car in San Javier - The escalators - The main neighborhoods and graffities

Escape metropolitan Medellin in favor of Guatapé (Pueblo de Zocalos), home to the magnificent Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol) on a full-day tour from the City of Eternal Spring. As well as ascending the 742 steps leading to the summit of Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol), you’ll explore the colorful streets of Guatapé and the famous Guatapé Zocalos as well as an exclusive boat tour of Guatapé Lake. Typical Antioquian lunch is included in the tour.

See another side of Colombia on this trip to Guatape. Just outside Medellin, this town is known for its colorful buildings and charming cobblestone streets. Climb the 740 steps of the Piedra del Peñol for stunning views of the surrounding lakes and hills. This tour includes a boat ride offering a panoramic view of Pablo Escobar’s Hacienda La Manuela, a picturesque church in Marinilla, and the town of Zócalos.

Explore the rise and fall of the notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar during this 4-hour excursion to his former hangouts in Medellín. See the lavish high-rise complex where Escobar once rubbed-shoulders with Colombia’s elite. Then learn about the mysterious circumstances of December 1993, when this elusive criminal finally met his end. Was he shot by the authorities, or did he commit suicide? Finish your Escobar-themed trip by paying your respects at his grave site. Your Pablo Escobar trip also includes a professional guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Get an insider’s look at the life of notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar during this 4- to 5-hour private excursion in Medellin. Learn the true stories behind this mythical figure from a local expert, visiting key locations like the soccer field he built for the community, the house where he was murdered on the roof, and the cemetery where he’s buried, plus much more.

Spend some time outdoors in the mountains that surround Medellin. Alongside a private guide, gear up for your quad adventure and hit various off-road trails during this fun adventure. Pass through small farms and open fields, then end your tour with a typical lunch at a local trout farm.

Sit back and relax as a driver-guide shuttles you from your Medellín or Ríonegro hotel to Cocorna, where you’ll accompany a professional pilot on a 25-minute paragliding flight. Experience bird’s-eye views over crashing waterfalls and vast canyons, while literally gaining a new perspective— one that most travelers won’t—on this beautiful part of Colombia. Afterwards, enjoy an optional lunch in the mountains (own expense) and marvel over more panoramic vistas.

Comuna 13 is currently the most visited site in all of Medellín and our company has the title of qualified to do this tour. What does the tour include? Local guide in Spanish or English, Mango ice cream with salt and lemon, Round trip transportation from San Javier station, Visit the neighborhood with the most graffiti in all of Medellín. (We will know the history behind many of these graffiti), Visit the escalators of Comuna 13, Visit an art gallery in Comuna 13, Learn about the street art of Comuna 13 We will also go to a viewpoint where the entire city of Medellín is visualized, Visit Independencia 2: this is another place full of graffiti and history, Learn about the history of the largest Common Grave in South America which is in Commune 13.

Enhance your experience of Medellin—known as the ‘City of Eternal Spring’—on a private, full-day custom tour of the beautiful city. With the help of a knowledgeable guide, devise an itinerary that includes only the sights you wish to see. Choose to visit Pueblito Paisa, a miniature replica of a typical Colombian village, and admire the disproportionate sculptures in Plaza Botero. Learn about the history of areas such as Comuna 13 and Parque de las Luces, and receive undivided attention from your guide throughout this private tour.  

Learn about the coffee production process from bean to cup on this half-day tour. Enjoy the scenery as you ride from Medellin to El Poblado, then sample delicious Colombian coffee as you discover the production stages including planting, depulping, fermenting, roasting, and grinding. Tour the coffee farm and try picking some of the beans yourself.

Learn all about coffee and its production on a full-day tour to San Sebastián de Palmitas from Medellin. Don the clothes of a traditional coffee worker and see what a typical day is like. Then sample various coffee drinks and snacks from the local area before sitting down to a delicious lunch to complete your immersive experience.

Enjoy a private tour of Guatape from Medellin. Tour the colorful streets of this colonial town and climb the Rock of Peñol for stunning views of the surrounding area. Cross the reservoir on a boat tour and visit Pablo Escobar’s former mansion, La Manuela; the town of Zócalos; and a charming church in Marinilla. Tour includes breakfast, lunch, travel insurance, transport, and entrance fees.

Challenge yourself to an adventurous day of ziplines, waterfalls, high-strung hammocks on a private tour from Medellin to a La Ceja nature reserve. With big views of mountains and waterfalls, the setting is as dramatic as the experience itself, and the private format ensures one-on-one attention from the guide throughout the day.

Immerse yourself in the world of Colombian coffee on this small-group tour from Medellin. Get out of the city and take in the beauty of the surroundings; you can focus on enjoying it instead of worrying about driving and directions since all private transportation is included. Learn about the process of coffee-making at an organic coffee farm, from bean to cup, and taste some samples of different brews.

This activity meets the objective of showing travelers the city of Medellin in a different way, where they are the ones who choose whether to live it in an extreme way or if they want to live it as a relaxing adventure with a beautiful view. We have been pioneers of paragliding in Antioquia for 25 years, since I was 11 years old I have been flying and teaching all my friends. We are the children of Heaven Short film that won in CANES at the European air festival, we are a foundation that rescues young people from drugs and violence, we transform them into PILOTS.

Experience a day in the life of the Colombian countryside on this tour of a coffee farm in San Sebastian de Palmitas, just 45 minutes from Medellin. Learn about the origin of coffee and how it's traditionally harvested, roasted, and prepared—taste a cup for yourself along with a popular snack. Then, take a horseback ride up to a vista point in the mountains before heading back to Medellin.

Focus on the life and times of Pablo Escobar and the Comuna 13 on this private tour of Medellin. Booking a private tour means you'll get personalized attention and you can enjoy a flexible itinerary, moving at your own pace through the attractions. You'll have plenty of time to ask questions of your guide regarding the city's history, culture, architecture, and arts.

Get a personalized look at Medellín’s most famous places and people during this 7-hour private sightseeing tour. Explore Medellin’s downtown and ascend to the Santo Domingo Savio Library by aerial cable car for panoramic city views. Then visit the colonial-style El Pueblito Paisa and take a mini excursion exploring the life of notorious Colombian drug kingpin Pablo Escobar.

Swap the city streets of Medellin for the white-water rapids of RIo Calderas on a private white-water rafting tour. Letting someone else drive lets you soak up the scenery of Antioqua's countryside as you travel to the river, upon which you'll experience Class 3-4 rapids that're of medium strength. Plus, you'll benefit from the undivided attention of your guide as you paddle at a pace suited to you and your party.

Conquer the country landscape aboard an ATV aboard an all-terrain vehicle during this half-day tour from Medellín. Ride down into deep valleys and up steeply pitched mountainsides in the company of your experienced adventure guide. Stop for spectacular views and photo ops of Colombia's landscape, just outside of Medellín. No experience is necessary, instruction and all equipment is provided. Round-trip transportation from Medellín hotels is included.

Travel in comfort to El Peñol from Medellín on this private tour that includes transportation in a new air-conditioned vehicle. Get a personalized experience on a fully narrated tour that can be catered to your interests regarding the history and culture of the region.

Enjoy unrivaled views of Medellin during a private, half-day paragliding adventure that reveals the city and its natural surroundings from a completely new perspective. Opting for a private tour means you won't have to wait around for lots of people to take their turn—instead, you'll satisfy an appetite for adventure straightaway. Your guide also films your experience and you'll have the chance to purchase photos and videos afterwards.

Share our passion for the outdoors as we expose you to an adventure consisting of two heart pounding tours in one day

Hacienda Nápoles, the luxurious mansion built by Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar in the late 1970s, sits in the Antioquia countryside east of Medellín. With this full-day tour, skip the hassle of renting a car and leave the driving to someone else. Explore the abandoned ranch at your own pace; your guide can give tips on how to make the most of your time.

See Medellín from a bird's eye view by booking a private helicopter tour over the city. A pilot will take you and up to five of your friends or family to heaven, from where you will enjoy numerous opportunities to take aerial photos of Medellín and Antioquia or just take in the views.