Pablo Escobar and Comuna 13 Small-Group Half-Day Tour

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(191 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Join this Small group half day guided tour any day of the week at 8 AM or 2 PM, and learn more about the life of Pablo Escobar, his impact on the community, and the new version of a very resilient and improved Medellin. Visiting places where Pablo lived while narrating stories about the past and present of this beautiful city that was hurt in so many ways by the drug cartels, also includes transport by air-conditioned minivan.

Departure every day at 8 AM and 2 PM from central location in El Poblado, carrera 38 # 9 A-26 in park Lleras. Tour returns to the same location at the end.

This tour will provide a great learning experience as to what should NOT happen in society and which characters should be the real heroes.

Tour focuses on the victims by telling stories of those who suffer most, like police officers and government officials. Since there is no glorification, at the end you will understand how resilient the people from Medellin have been.

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

meet up address is carrera 38 # 9 A -26 in Park Lleras in El Poblado (DONDE AQUELLOS bar) at 8 AM or 2 PM depending on your booking

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Parque Memorial Inflexion

    Visit this tribute to the victims and learn about all the real heroes who were fighting against the narcos

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Cementerio Jardines Montesacro

    Visit Pablo`s grave and also learn about his closest family and the black widow.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13

    Next at La Catedral, Pablo´s private prison, lush hillside to enjoy panoramic city views and to visualize how he decided to work with the Colombian government at one point. The tour leaves La Catedral as you are informed about Escobar´s escape and the upcoming pursuit that lasted 18 months until he finally got caught. At Los Olivos community, visit the block and the houses where Pablo got shot. Was it suicide or what has exactly happened? Make your own conclusions after hearing your guide´s information. Next, tour stops at the cemetery where Pablo rests along with his family members. Take this opportunity to learn how Pablo got started by the black widow (Griselda Blanco), whose grave is located just steps from his. Finally, the tour takes you to one of the humblest communities where you´ll realize how Medellin went from the most violent to the most innovative city in the world. At comuna 13 you will understand how Medellin has been so resilient by admiring the colorful street art and outstanding infrastructure such as the largest outdoor escalator in America. At the end, minivan goes back to the initial starting point.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Drive close to the local stadium to visit the house where Pablo Escobar was finally caught and learn about the theories behind his death.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Barrio Pablo Escobar

    Enter the community that Pablo Escobar built for the poor, and learn why they see him as a local Robin Hood.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Medellin City Services

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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