Medellin: Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour, Street Food and Cable Car

Comuna 13, Colombia



Take a trip to Comuna 13, which went from Colombia's most dangerous neighborhood to a bustling art district. Ride the cable car, see graffiti art, enjoy amazing views, and taste street food and coffee.

Medellin Graffiti and Coffee Tour with Cable Car Ride

This guided tour in Medellin suits art lovers and cultural explorers who want to experience urban art, local coffee, and city views.

Description

Meet your guide and group at Poblado metro station, then take the metro to Medellin's cable car station. Ride the cable car to the mountaintop for panoramic views and an introduction to the city's transport system.

From there, continue by public bus to Comuna 13, a neighborhood known for its vibrant graffiti art. On the walking tour, visit a Coffee Museum to taste high-quality Colombian coffee and learn about the work of local farmers.

Explore the streets filled with various art forms, including graffiti, oil paintings, and themed clothing. Discover the stories behind the artwork and how the area has changed over time. Sample a traditional Colombian arepa with cheese, then finish the tour at a bar offering city views while enjoying a drink and live street dance performances (weather permitting).

Highlights

  • Ride the cable car into the mountains for city views
  • Taste authentic Colombian coffee and learn about its processing
  • Explore expressive graffiti and hear the stories they tell
  • Try a Colombian street food arepa
  • Enjoy a drink at a bar with panoramic views of Medellin
  • Experience a street dance show, subject to weather

Includes

  • Guided sightseeing tour
  • Metro, cable car, and bus tickets
  • Walking tour in Comuna 13 with graffiti explanations
  • One cheese arepa (Colombian street food)
  • One drink (beer, soda, or water) at a bar
  • Street dance show (weather permitting)
  • Recommendations for activities in Medellin

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book this tour in the morning for cooler temperatures and bring comfortable walking shoes and sun protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a guided walk through Comuna 13's street art, a cable car ride with city views, tasting Colombian coffee, trying traditional street food, and visiting a local bar.
The tour begins at Poblado metro station in Medellín, where participants meet their guide and group.
Tour durations can vary, so check the official website for current timing details.
Yes, the tour is designed for art enthusiasts interested in Medellín's street art and cultural stories.
Yes, the tour includes tasting traditional Colombian street food snacks in Comuna 13.
You ride the cable car into the mountains, which offers panoramic views of Medellín city and its surroundings.
Yes, the tour features a coffee tasting and explanation of the coffee-making process in Colombia.
Yes, the guide shares stories about Comuna 13's history, culture, and street art throughout the tour.
Most tours are conducted in Spanish and English, but check the specific tour details for language options.
The tour ends at a local bar offering drinks along with city views, frequented by both locals and travelers.

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