Pablo Escobar and Comuna 13 Small-Group Half-Day Tour w/transport Discount Tickets

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Overview

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, Milla de Oro, Cra. 42 #3 Sur-81 L 205. 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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet up address is Milla de Oro, Cra. 42 #3 Sur-81 L 205 El Poblado. Cazuelitas restaurant.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Parque Memorial Inflexion
Visit this tribute to the victims and learn about all the real heroes who were fighting against the narcos
Duration: 30 mins
2. Cementerio Jardines Montesacro
Visit Pablo`s grave and also learn about his closest family and the black widow.
Duration: 30 mins
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.
Duration: 40 mins
4. Atanasio Girardot Stadium
Drive close to the local stadium to visit the house where Pablo Escobar was finally caught and learn about the theories behind his death.
Duration: 20 mins
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.
Duration: 45 mins

Inclusion

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Driver/guide

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

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

Dress code is smart casual

Guides: Temperature is measured at the beginning of each working day

Periodic disinfection of vehicles

Supplied by Medellin City Services

Reviews

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Based on 196 reviews

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