Visitors walking among colorful murals and street stalls in Comuna 13, Medellín

Medellín Tours · Must-Do

Comuna 13 Private Graffiti and Transformation Tour

The most photographed hillside in Colombia, explained by a guide who actually grew up on it.

Overview

Comuna 13 is not a photo backdrop. It is a neighborhood that lived through the worst years of the city and rebuilt itself with escalators, murals and a music scene that now draws visitors from everywhere. The difference between a good visit and a bad one is entirely the guide.

Ours are from the barrio. They walk you through the murals in order, explain what each one is actually about, and introduce you to the artists and shop owners who make the place run. You go early, before the midday crush, and you leave money in the neighborhood rather than with an agency downtown.

What's included

→Private transport from your hotel or residence
→Local guide from the neighborhood
→Escalator route and mural walk
→A stop for a local snack or drink

Not included

·Gratuities
·Personal purchases
·Anything not listed above

Good to know

What to wearComfortable shoes, light layers and sunscreen. Medellín sits at 72°F most of the year.

SafetyYou travel with a vetted driver and a licensed guide from pickup to drop-off. We share the plan and the vehicle details before the day starts.

AvailabilityRuns daily, weather permitting. Same-day requests handled on WhatsApp.

Frequently asked

Questions about this experience

Honest answers to the questions we hear most. If yours isn't here, ask us directly and we'll come back the same day.

Is Comuna 13 safe to visit?

The tourist corridor is safe during the day and heavily visited. We go with a local guide, stay on the mapped route, and keep the same driver on standby at the exit.