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Explore Bogotá’s graffiti culture with a local guide in Distrito Graffiti. Ride public transport, discover mural stories, and end with a Colombian street snack..

Highlights

• Discover the history of graffiti as Colombia’s creative voice
• Walk through powerful murals with a local art interpreter
• Understand how graffiti reflects politics and identity
• Explore Bogotá’s industrial mural district using public transit
• Enjoy a Colombian snack while discussing street culture

Description

Dive into Bogotá’s most expressive streets with the Bogotá Graffiti Guided Tour — a full urban art experience led by a Colombian guide specialized in street culture. To begin with, we’ll meet at The Cranky Croc Hostel in La Candelaria, where the group gets oriented and receives a warm introduction to graffiti’s roots in Colombia. Afterwards, we’ll hop on the TransMilenio, Bogotá’s public transport system, to reach Distrito Graffiti — the city’s industrial mural corridor. As we arrive, the streets turn into a living canvas. Guided by your expert host, you’ll walk through curated alleyways and discover striking murals that speak to resistance, identity, and creative power. Moreover, you’ll learn how graffiti acts as both artistic expression and a form of political communication across urban Colombia. The walk is interactive and reflective. For example, you’ll uncover styles such as stencil, lettering, and realism while decoding their symbolic meanings and local narratives. In addition, your guide will share the evolution of Bogotá’s street art scene and how this district became one of Latin America’s most vibrant platforms for public art. Eventually, you’ll stop for a traditional Colombian street food snack — typically a fresh empanada or other local favorite — offering a taste of urban flavor to match the cultural depth. To conclude the tour, we’ll ride the TransMilenio back to our starting point, carrying mural stories and visual memories. This Bogotá graffiti tour stands out as a window into the city’s identity, making it perfect for those curious about Colombia’s creative resistance, cultural pride, and the beauty of expression painted across walls.

Includes

Professional bilingual tour guide (English–Spanish) Round-trip public transportation fare (TransMilenio) Guided walking tour through curated graffiti murals Cultural interpretation and storytelling Traditional Colombian street food snack (e.g., empanada) Small group experience with personalized insights

Important Information

• - This tour takes place rain or shine, so please come prepared with an umbrella or rain gear. - We will use public transportation, which is part of the authentic Bogotá experience. It’s essential to keep your personal belongings secure at all times. - The tour involves moderate walking through historic neighborhoods with uneven sidewalks—comfortable shoes are highly recommended. - Bogotá’s weather can change quickly. Layered clothing is ideal to stay comfortable throughout the experience. - Cash is useful for snacks, water, and optional donations to the guide. - Pets are welcome, but must follow TransMilenio’s rules (see pet policy section). - The tour is suitable for all ages, but may not be ideal for travelers with limited mobility.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund