Memory House Museum

Memory House Museum

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Medellín: City center tour beyond the history and new valley

Medellín: City center tour beyond the history and new valley

We begin with a unique experience: enter the metro system, a key piece in the urban transformation. Admire the monumental sculptures of Fernando Botero in Plaza Botero, where art comes to life in imposing figures. Next, we explore the bustling commercial area, where Medellín's energy is on full display. The National Palace opens its doors to reveal the city's rich history, witnessing significant events throughout time. We continue to the Casa de la Memoria, a moving space that honors the history and narratives of those affected by violence. The atmosphere transforms as we reach the Plaza de las Luces, an emblematic place that blends modernity and tradition. Here, we enjoy a refreshing drink or snack, immersing ourselves in the local atmosphere while reflecting on the day. This tour is not only a journey through iconic places, but also an opportunity to feel the pulse of a city in constant transformation, an invitation to understand its past, celebrate its present and glimpse its vibrant future. Join this unique experience in the heart of Medellín!

Comuna 13 and Downtown Medellín City Tour

Comuna 13 and Downtown Medellín City Tour

At first, you will be picked up by our guide at the hotel. Soon after, you will head downtown where the tour takes place. Your first stop is San Antonio Park, a sort of open-air gallery that includes some of Botero's sculptures. Botero is a famous Colombian artist known for playing with the proportions of his subjects. Here, you will be able to walk around as you learn more about the city with your guide. You will also visit gastronomic spots where you will get to enjoy some local treats! Next, you'll visit the Palacio de la Cultura Rafael Uribe Uribe, an iconic Gothic Revival building located in the heart of Medellin. You will explore its grand architecture, learn about its fascinating history, and appreciate the cultural exhibitions housed within. The building also offers great views of the nearby Plaza Botero and the city center. Continuing with Botero’s theme, you will head to Botero Square, the only open-air space in the world featuring 23 sculptures by the artist. Here, you will not only learn more about his work and life but also gain deeper insights into the city center of Medellin, its Metro system, and local culture. Your last, but certainly not least, stop is a must-visit in Medellin: Comuna 13. You’ll take the Metro cable car to the comuna, where you will participate in its famous graffiti tour. You will see vibrant urban art, engage with street artists, and experience the warmth of the locals who love sharing their joy with visitors. After this visit, the guide and driver will take you back to your hotel. This tour will serve as an excellent introduction to Medellin, leaving you wanting to discover more of this fascinating city and magical country.

Private City Tour of Downtown Medellin

Private City Tour of Downtown Medellin

Explore indigenous history, paisa culture, and recent Colombian history by walking along its main sites. Besides, all these experiences will be enriched by visiting several places in downtown such as Botero Park, San Antonio Park, Placita de Floréz, Memory House Museum, a gastronomic experience at a local market and more. At first, you will be picked up by our guide at the hotel. Soon after you will be heading downtown where the tour takes place. Your first stop will be at the Memory House Museum. If you are into learning the country’s history and understanding more about the complexity of the conflict of last decades, this is the best place to do so. After visiting the museum, you will have a fun local experience at the most emblematic markets of Medellin’s history: Placita de Flórez. Here, you will have a gastronomic experience and you will get to try some fruits and walk along the halls full of local and national products, as you learn about the traditions and stories of this place. Your next stop is San Antonio Park, a sort of open-air gallery that includes some Botero's sculptures. Botero is a famous Colombian artist, known for playing with proportions of the images. Here you will be able to walk around the place as you learn more about the city with your guide. You will tour along gastronomic places where you will also get to have some treats! Continuing with Botero’s topic you will head to the last stop: Botero Square. The only open-air place in the world with 23 sculptures by the artist. Here, you will not only learn more about his work and life, but you will also get to know more about the city center of Medellin, the Metro system and culture, and much more. Having finished this visit, the guide and the driver will take you back to your hotel. Take this tour as a starter and finish it wanting to know more about this fascinating city in this magical country that offers you everything.

City tour Medellin

City tour Medellin

-Pick up -Memorial park -Historic district -National palace -Plaza Botero -Sculptures -House of memory museum -Tramway -Cable car -La placita de Flórez Marketplace -Drop off This is a tour designed to explore the dynamics and history of the city of Medellin, getting into emblematic sites such as the city center, the most representative buildings, house of memory museum and memorial park. The city center is a place of convergence, social, economic and political and considering that this is a private tour, it is easier to understand the context, without haste and as if you were among friends.

Medellín: 5.5-Hour Guided Private City Tour

Medellín: 5.5-Hour Guided Private City Tour

Learn about the past and present of Medellín on this guided private tour of the city. Your expert local guide will give you an in-depth look at the city's darker past and its brighter present. See the modern innovation that has helped transform Medellín into a cultural hub, with stops at the giant electric escalators and the Metrocable. Stop to take in the ambiance and admire the shops and street art in Comuna 13. Follow in the footsteps of The Godfather, Pablo Escobar, and learn about the darker history of the city's drug wars. Visit the Monaco memorial park, built on the site where Pablo Escobar's residence once was, now a memorial to the victims who died in the Medellín and Cali Cartel War. Then head to the church where his men blessed bullets for perfect hits. Enjoy a snack at Escobar's favorite eatery. Finally, visit the rooftop house where he died, and the cemetery where he lays.

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If you're visiting Medellín, booking a tour with Sergio is an absolute must! His enthusiasm, deep knowledge, and warm personality create an unforgettable experience that truly immerses you in the city’s culture and history. Sergio not only shared fascinating insights about Medellín’s past and its vibrant marketplace, but he also offered personal stories about growing up in the city, making the tour feel incredibly authentic and personal. He has a natural ability to connect with people, answering every question with expertise and adding humour and charm to every moment. Without this tour, I would have missed out on a deeper understanding of Medellín's culture, its people, and its rich history. Sergio's genuine passion for his city shines through in everything he does, leaving a lasting impression.

Sergio is an excellent tourguide. Very enthusiastic, knowledgeable, engaging and friendly. Sergio provided a passionate insight into the city and the history and also some insights about growing up in Medellìn. Sergio was able to answer all my questions. I would highly recommend the tour with Sergio. Without this tour I feel like I would have missed out on exploring and learning about the city, culture and its people.

We had an amazing tour of Medellin with Sergio! He took his time at each stop to explain the history and share some of his own personal experiences. We never felt rushed and were encouraged to ask questions. So much learning and fun! We are looking forward to experiencing his other tours soon :)

What a wonderful way to spend a day! Súper to avoid the “tourist trail” and to just see Colombian people going about their daily business! Andres is a wonderful guide - very knowledgeable and informative but also very friendly and engaging!

Artur was amazing, and we really enjoyed our time with him. His explanations were very thorough, and he is extremely friendly.