Free Tour of Comuna 13: History, Hidden Gems, Graffiti
Overview
My name is Sara, and I invite you to join a local guide to discover both the most authentic part of the neighborhood—with its stairways, alleys, and everyday life—and the more touristy area, filled with colorful murals that tell the story of our community’s identity.
Our guides won’t just show you the neighborhood—they’ll share their own stories and those of their families, shaped by difficult years of violence and armed conflict. You’ll see how we’ve become a symbol of resilience, culture, and hope, thanks to social transformation through urban art, development projects, and community unity.
During the tour, you’ll also discover:
Street dance and improv shows (optional)
The chance to create your own graffiti
A walk along the escalators and to the observation deck with panoramic views of Medellín
Urban art and neon galleries, as well as souvenir shops
Traditional Comuna 13 ice creams (mango biche, maracuyamango) and local cuisine
At the end of the tour, you can continue exploring the area on your own, if you wish
IMPORTANT: This tour does NOT include visits to the Cristo statue, Pachamama, the Gorilla, etc., as these are observation decks with high admission fees and long lines.
This activity includes:
- Canvas Gallery
- Parce Tours
- The Power Of Life Comuna 13
- Comuna 13 graffiti murals
- Cancha Independencia I
- Slide (Deslizar) de Comuna 13
- Historia con guía local
- Galería de arte urbano
- Habitación de Neón
- Shows de improvisación y Baile
- Murales de arte urbano
- Escaleras eléctricas
- Miradores
- Recomendamos helado tradicional (mango biche o maracumango)
- Harás tu propio Graffiti con aerosol
- Caminata por lugares no turísticos y tranquilos de la comuna
Our Guides
Meeting point
Parce Tours, Cl. 38a #109-7, Veinte de Julio, San Javier, Medellín.
On arrival
Meeting Point Address:
Parce Tours, Cl. 38a # 109-7, Veinte de Julio, San Javier, Medellín.
How to get to the meeting point?
Option 1: Uber or taxi
They’ll drop you off right at the meeting point.
Option 2: Metro + Bus
Get off at the San Javier station (Line B). Once you exit, take the green bus (Route 225i) for COP $2,250 to the last stop.
We’ll be waiting for you at Galería y Café Mestizaje (Bretaña), across from the C13 “Pepsi” Bunker.
Look for our light blue shirts and the light blue umbrella with the Parce Tours logo.
Things to note
To provide you with better service, we'll send you all the information and instructions you need via WhatsApp.
Contact us!
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Comfortable clothes and shoes.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and/or a hat.
- A raincoat or umbrella, in case of rain.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
