Medellín: Urban Day Tour
Experience the best that Medellín has to offer with this city tour. See all the top sights and learn more about the 'Paisa' culture and history with an expert English-speaking guide.
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Highlights
- See the sights of Medellín
- Learn about the Paisa culture
- Admire the Metropolitan Cathedral
Description
To start this tour, visit the Bolivar Square and appreciate Medellín's Metropolitan Cathedral. See the Botero Square where the Colombian artist Fernando Botero's sculptures are presented. He is famous for his style depicting figures with exaggerated volumes. You'll also get to see the city's stunning view from above on the cable car. Then, you'll continue with a panoramic tour in Barefoot Park (Parque de los pies descalzos), Los Deseos Park (Spanish for 'Wishes Park'). These places are part of an urban zone that reflects the development of a culture known as 'Paisa', a Colombian term, which ties in with global references. Next, you'll see the Pueblito Paisa ('Little Town of Paisa') and get to know it's architectural style and customs. Enjoy a delicious lunch before taking the tram and visiting popular areas of the city. You'll be able to appreciate the daily life of the people who live hear. You will gain a deeper understanding of the social transformation of Medellín, exploring its history through photographs, stories, and landscape.Includes
Hotel pick-up and drop-off • Tram ticket • Cable car ticket • Traditional lunch • Driver/guide - Gratuities - Expenses not specifiedEasy cancellation
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