Walking Tour in Downtown Medellin

Walking Tour Medellín

Walking Tour Medellín with Art Book

Features of this service

Customized start time

You choose the start time. We can give you recommendations.

You decide where to start the tour

We pick you up wherever you indicate (usually, hotel or lodging).

Pick up by car or van

We pick you up in a vehicle exclusively for you and your group.

You set the pace

You decide how much time to dedicate to each activity. The guide will only determine the time of return.

Presentation of the Walking Tour Medellín

Explore the historic center of the city with the guidance of a guide specialized in the history of Medellín. You will enjoy learning about events of the pre-Columbian, colonial, republican and industrial eras, as well as the dynamics of the city today.

Real moments with our users

Unique gift!

By taking this tour you will receive:

  • Access for all passengers in your group to download the book Medellín de cerca in digital version.
Medellín de Cerca book tour giveaway

Medellín Up Close – Medellín de cerca is the most beautiful and complete collection book and tourist guide about the city. This work has received a double award from the Colombian Ministry of Culture. Its retail price in tourist sites and bookstores in the country is COP ($) 75,000.

Duration of the tour

Approximate duration

3.5 hours
From the start time to the end of the tour at a subway station.

Itinerary

Itinerary of the Walking Tour Medellín

  • Berrío Park: know the place where the city was born and the stories about its origin and evolution.
  • Plaza de las Esculturas: walk among the sculptures of the world-renowned Fernando Botero and understand the impact of his work on international art. You will also observe the esoteric and religious stores and the mix of beliefs that are evident in these places.
  • Paseo Peatonal de Junín: mingle with the locals on one of the most authentic streets.
  • Coltejer Building: See the flagship building of the city and understand its relationship with the economic development of the population.
  • Casa Barrientos: walk along Avenida La Playa to this house that is a jewel of architectural heritage.
  • San José Tramway Station: pass by the station and observe the line that is integrated to the Medellín metro.
  • San Antonio Park: come to this place where you can comment on the unfortunate events of the terrorist violence that occurred in the 1990s.
  • National Palace: enter this imposing building about which superstitious stories and legends are woven.
  • El Hueco” sector: stroll through this area of bustling commerce, where a variety of imported and locally manufactured products are offered.
  • Plaza de las Luces: walk through this architectural and urban reference where modern constructions are mixed with centenary buildings.
  • Former Antioquia Railroad Station: learn about the history of the Antioquia Railroad and its role in the economic development of this region of the country.
  • La Alpujarra Administrative Center: walk through the central square of the administrative center, where the main offices of the Mayor’s Office of Medellín, the Governor’s Office of Antioquia and other civil and administrative authorities are located.
  • Alpujarra metro station: we will accompany you to the “Alpujarra” metro station, where you will have different transportation options to continue with your personal activities.

Extra services available

These complements are optional and have additional values to the tour rate.

Rates

Walking Tour Medellín Rates

If you require a private tour for more than ten people, contact us via chat or Whatsapp +1 (743) 910 6597.

Surcharge for script in English:
COP 50,000 (one-time fee, applicable only once to the entire group).

Includes

What does it include?

  • One way transportation by car, SUV or van.
  • Exclusive tour guide for the group.
  • Access to each traveler to download the book Medellín de cerca in digital version.
  • Medical assistance policy.

Does not include

  • Return transportation (at the end of the tour, we will drop you off at a place where you will have several public transportation options to continue with your activities).
Schedules

Tour start times

You decide the time. Choose from the different schedule options you will find in the booking form or contact us through the chat button (located at the bottom of this page) or Whatsapp line +1 (743) 910 6597, to request a personalized pick-up time.

Recommendations

  • Once you complete your reservation, we will send you a complete list of recommendations to your email or Whatsapp.

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