Medellin: Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour, Cable Car & Street Food

Comuna 13, Chamonix



Take a trip to Comuna 13, once Colombia's most dangerous neighborhood and now a bustling art district. Ride the cable car, see graffiti art, admire the view, and savor a Colombian street food snack.

Experience a guided graffiti and cultural tour in Medellin, suitable for art and coffee lovers of all ages.

Start your day at Poblado metro station, meeting your guide and group for a journey through Medellin's urban art and local culture. Ride the metro to the metrocable cable car, ascending to a scenic mountaintop viewpoint while learning about the city's transportation system.

From there, take a bus to Comuna 13, the graffiti district. Enjoy a walking tour showcasing vibrant street art, oil paintings, and graffiti-inspired clothing. Visit a Coffee Museum to taste authentic Colombian coffee and discover the coffee processing methods and the effort of Medellin’s farmers.

The tour includes local music and street dance performances, and a chance to try a traditional Colombian arepa with cheese, a popular street food. Conclude at a nearby bar with panoramic city views, where you can enjoy a drink and socialize with fellow travelers.

Highlights

  • Ride the cable car into the mountains for panoramic city views
  • Taste high-quality Colombian coffee and learn about its processing
  • Explore expressive graffiti art and local street culture
  • Try traditional Colombian street food, an arepa with cheese
  • Enjoy a drink at a bar overlooking the city and watch a street dance show

Includes

  • Guided sightseeing tour
  • Metro, cable car, and bus tickets
  • Walking tour of Comuna 13 with graffiti explanation
  • One arepa with cheese (drink not included)
  • One drink (beer, soda, or water) at a bar
  • Street dance show (weather permitting)
  • Recommendations for other Medellin activities

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light jacket. Morning tours offer cooler temperatures and smaller crowds. Book in advance to secure your spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour starts at Poblado metro station in Medellin.
You will see vibrant street art, oil paintings, and graffiti-inspired clothing in the Comuna 13 district.
The tour includes a ride on the metro cable car, known as the metrocable, to a scenic mountaintop viewpoint.
Yes, the tour is suitable for art and coffee lovers of all ages.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to a Coffee Museum where you can taste authentic Colombian coffee.
Check the tour's website for current availability and operating hours in Medellin.
After the cable car ride, a bus takes you to the Comuna 13 graffiti district.
Yes, the tour starts at Poblado metro station and uses metro and bus transport during the experience.
The tour includes tasting coffee, but additional street food purchases are typically separate; check the provider details.
A local guide leads the tour, sharing insights about Medellin’s urban art and culture.

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