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Medellín Private City Tour: History & Culture
Discover Medellín’s heart on a private city tour led by local guides with over 7 years of experience in sustainable tourism. Explore the historic downtown where social, economic, and political life converge, and learn the stories behind its most emblematic landmarks. Visit the Memorial Park, the National Palace, and admire Fernando Botero’s famous sculptures at Plaza Botero. Step into the House of Memory Museum to understand the city’s transformation, then ride the tramway and cable car for panoramic views. Finally, immerse yourself in local life at La Placita de Flórez Marketplace, a traditional hub of colors and flavors. With no rush and a private guide, this tour offers authentic insights into Medellín’s history, culture, and resilience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up and drop off included as long as you are staying in Medellin
Itinerary
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1Inflexión Memorial Park
This is memorial park created by the city hall and the National History Memory Center, with the purpose of paying tribute to all those people who lost their lives in a period of 10 years (83-94), it is a tribute to the people who, for their integrity, righteousness and honesty, serve as a role model to next generations. Many people tend to glorify or idolize people like pablo escobar, after watching the series on many platforms. This is a space to raise awareness of the damage and negative legacy that narcoterrorism and the culture of easy money left on our country.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Plaza Botero
Botero Square is an important and iconic space of the city, where you can appreciate 23 sculptures donated by the artist Fernando Botero, in addition to contemplate the dynamics of the city, commerce, daily life, public transport and the most important buildings in the area.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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This is a neo-Renaissance palace, which at one point was part of the administrative center, was renovated and adapted as a shopping center, in addition to seeing the stores, you can see a gallery on the upper floors.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Public transportation in the city of Medellin is undoubtedly something iconic, the idea is to travel by streetcar to see part of the center and then take the metrocable that will take us to one of the popular and colorful neighborhoods of the city: La Sierra.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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The metro cable is a tool for social inclusion and public transportation, the idea is to visit the highest neighborhoods of the city and talk about the history of the city over the last 60 years.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Museo Casa de la Memoria
Colombia's history is undoubtedly a narrative with many contrasts, and many nuances. In this place you can learn about the history of armed violence in Colombia in the last decade, understood from various actors, but with an emphasis on the victims.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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one of the first market squares in the city, a place that preserves many stories around the field, flowers, and trade. Colombia is unique for its diversity and freshness in this type of products and this is a unique place to taste these exotic fruits.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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