Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity

Traveler taking pictures of graffiti at Comuna 13.

At some places of Comuna 13, there are many houses painted in bright colors.

The houses in Comuna 13 were invasions, that were builded in an artisan way.

Most of the graffitis at Comuna 13 tell the history of the neighborhood

Awesome Stairs Project and Graffiti in Comuna 13

Travelers listening the history behind graffitis at Comuna 13.

These escalators are one of the best known social innovations in Medellin

In the Comuna 13 there are viewpoints that give a great view of Medellín

With this tour we visit social projects and stores that help local artists.

Gaffitis here are real art masterpieces.

Duration4h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Meet a local Hip Hop movement formed by several Graffiti, Rap, and Breakdance artists and get exclusive background information on Street Art and Hip Hop in Medellín. Learn how music, art, and dancing change lives in Medellín. Travel to the famous electric escalators located at the Comuna 13 district. Onsight obtain insider information on the recent history of the Comuna 13 neighborhood. The area is full of countless street art expressions telling the turbulent story of the area. The Medellín local authorities declared urban art a part of the local city culture.

With your participation in this tour, you directly support Hip Hop classes in the upper parts of the Comuna 13 district. The artists themselves spread the word about Hip-Hop culture and teach young kids to express themselves using breakdance, rap, and graffiti. Will be personally guided by a local artist of this cultural movement. Get to know the importance of Street Art for social communication and cultural identity.

Options

Public transport option

Taxi, Metro, Metrocable, other
Pickup included

Private transport option

AC private car or van
Pickup included

What's included

Bottle of water (350 ml)
Travel insurance and taxes
Meeting of a local artist (rap, breakdance, or graffiti)
Graffiti Tour through the Comuna 13
Pick up and drop off service at your hotel
Private expert bilingual guide

Gratuities
Everything not shown above
Guidance in German, French, Italian, Portuguese language is on request

What to expect

Medellin
1h

We will pick you up at your hotel, and we will drive to the Comuna 13. During the trip, you will start to understand the history of this neighborhood.
Comuna13
3h · Admission ticket included

Learn how music, art, and dancing changes lives in this area of Medellín. Travel to the famous electric escalators located at the Comuna 13 district - another landmark of the social transformation. On sight obtain insider information on the recent history of the Comuna 13 neighborhood. The area is full of countless street art expressions telling the turbulent story of the area and its local people and Medellín local authorities declared urban art a part of the local city culture. With your participation in this tour, you directly support Hip Hop classes in the upper parts of the Comuna 13 district. The artists themselves spread the word about Hip-Hop culture and teach young kids to express themselves using breakdance, rap, and graffiti. Will be personally guided by a local artist of this cultural movement of urban hip-hop culture based on rap, dance, and graffiti and get to know the importance of Street Art for social communication and cultural identity.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

When choosing private transportation, pick-up, and drop-off service out of the urban perimeter has an additional charge.

When choosing public transportation, the meeting point would be Poblado Park if the hotel is located outside of the defined area.

We will send you the expert guide's contact information at least 12 hours prior to the tour to manage those details.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable shoes and sunscreen are highly recommended

Cancellation policy

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

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