Medellin Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

5.0 (5 reviews) Medellín, Colombia
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Most travelers think they’ve seen Medellin after visiting its main plazas and streets. But what if I told you the city’s true spirit hides in its vibrant neighborhoods, hidden corners, and stories only a local can tell?

Exploring alone, it’s easy to miss the history and details that make Medellín unforgettable. You might leave thinking you’ve seen it all, while its real essence stays just out of reach.

Our Walking Tour in Medellin changes that. Your guide tailors the experience to your interests, showing both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Discover the heart of Medellín like a local.

Options

Shared Tour in English

English speaking tour guide

Private Tour in Spanish

Private
Spanish speaking tour guide

Private Tour in English

Private
English speaking tour guide

What's included

  • 3-hour guided walking tour
  • Professional tour guide
  • Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

  1. Plaza Botero
    30m
    See 23 bronze sculptures by Fernando Botero, donated to the city and displayed in an open-air museum.
  2. 30m
    Find the damaged remains of Botero’s Bird of Peace sculpture, which was bombed in 1995, alongside a new identical sculpture placed by the artist as a symbol of resilience.
  3. 30m
    Walk through a space dedicated to the memory of conflict victims, built on the site of a former landfill used to dispose of bodies during violent periods in Medellín’s history.
  4. Virgen Rosa Mistica
    30m
    Visit a small shrine where locals leave offerings and prayers, believing the Virgin grants miracles and protection.
  5. 1h
    Walk through one of Medellín’s largest malls, featuring a retractable roof, international brands, and a central area for seasonal exhibitions.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the exit of Aguacatala Metro Station, where the turnstiles are. Your guide will be wearing a blue shirt.

End point

Meet your guide at the exit of Aguacatala Metro Station, where the turnstiles are. Your guide will be wearing a blue shirt.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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