180 Degrees Medellin Tours

Comuna 13, Transformation, Graffiti, Tour

  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Location: Medellín

 

Get out of the touristy part of Medellín and see another perspective.

In this opportunity, we will take a 20 minute trip to San Javier, also known as Comuna 13. Here you will have the opportunity to visit what was once the most dangerous neighborhood in Colombia and witness how through the transformation of the last 15 to 20 years it has become a haven for graffiti and hip hop artists.

We will ride the metrocable that has integrated this part of Medellin with the community, take a safe ride through the mountains, explain how and why it was once the most dangerous neighborhood in South America.

Afterwards we will be able to share in the innovation of the neighborhood by going inside and socializing with the locals, as well as taking a spectacular ride on the escalators that are located in the heart of the neighborhood.

You will be able to notice the innovations that have accompanied this part of the city.

A great place to see the city and its surroundings from a high vantage point.

The duration of this tour is approximately 3hrs. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, clothes and bring a camera. An unforgettable experience.

 

Ready to go on the Comuna 13 Tour?

 

Hello my name is David

I was born in Medellin Colombia. At the age of 10 in 1986 My family moved to the United States, fleeing the violence of the time here in Colombia, specially Medellin, in order for us not to loose our visa status we would come back every year, anywhere from 1 month to 3 months every 6 months.

So I was able to live both life styles, the grim times of Medellin in the 80s and 90s, also able to enjoy the great time of America in this period of history.

In 2001 I came about a great opportunity to invest in Medellin, was able to come back and make my life here once again, realizing that it has taken a “180 degrees” turn around, Making it a great and safe place to visit and discover, in South America.

Let me share with you, show you around this beautiful, transformed, cultural, magnificent and growing city.

You will certainly not be disappointed.

Related Tours