Get better acquainted with Medellín on a sightseeing tour of the city's top attractions. Enjoy a guided walk through the historical and cultural centers, and learn about Colombia's controversial yet fascinating history. Then, head over to Parque de Bolívar and visit the Museo de Antioquia, famous for housing one of the world's largest collections of Fernando Botero paintings. For more sightseeing, choose the full-day tour to include lunch, a ride on the Metrocable gondola and visits to more attractions, including Parque Lleras and El Pueblito Paisa, two of Medellín's must-see quarters.
Highlights
- Medellín sightseeing tour
- Discover the fascinating history of Medellín with your expert guide
- Visit the Museo de Antioquia, home of one of the largest collections of Botero paintings in the world
- Explore Parque de Bolívar
- Choose the full-day tour option to include lunch, a ride on the Metrocable and visits to more attractions
- All entrance fees and round-trip transportation included
Recent Photos of this Tour
Medellín City Tour with Optional Lunch and Metrocable Gondola Ride
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CathedralInside the Metropolitan Cathedral in Medellin.Photo by: Bandit
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Medellin Metropolitan ...Outside the Metropolitan Cathedral in Medellin.Photo by: Bandit
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Before Getting OnBefore getting on the Metro Cable.Photo by: Bandit
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Metro CableGoing up in the Metro Cable!Photo by: Bandit
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StatueAnother statue in the plaza.Photo by: Bandit
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Him and HerStatues of a woman and man.Photo by: Bandit
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Plaza BoteroOutside in the Plaza Botero.Photo by: Bandit
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Woman Lying DownStatue of a woman lying down in the Plaza Botero.Photo by: Bandit
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El PobladoView of the El Poblado area of Medellin from Pueblito Paisa.Photo by: Bandit
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MedellinA view of the city of Medellin from Pueblito Paisa.Photo by: Bandit
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Pueblito PaisaPanoramic view of El Pueblito Paisa, a replica of a colonial Colombian town.Photo by: Bandit
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Colonial BuildingsColonial buildings of Pueblito Paisa.Photo by: Bandit
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BasketsBaskets hanging from a balcony in Pueblito Paisa.Photo by: Bandit
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What You Can Expect
Medellin City Tour
Enjoy a fun-filled sightseeing tour of Medellín, Colombia's second-largest city. With your guide, go on a fascinating trip through time as you learn about Medellín's past, present and future. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the city's historical and cultural centers and visit the must-see landmarks.
Head first to Parque de Bolívar, an urban park situated between some of the most famous landmarks in the city. To the north, you'll see the Metropolitan Cathedral of Medellín, and to the southeast, the Lido Theater.
Afterward, visit the Museum of Antioquia, which houses one of the largest collections of Fernando Botero paintings in the world. Discover the unique style of Fernando Botero, whose work is known for its unusual inflation and disproportion of body parts. His exaggeration of human and animal figures is designed to inspire humor, irony and criticism. Tour the museum with your guide and be amazed at the collection of 108 Botero paintings, as well as other pieces of impressive work on exhibition.
Full-day tour:
Double your Medellin sightseeing by choosing the 8-hour tour, which includes a typical Antioquian lunch! The full-day tour also includes everything mentioned above , but starts with a visit to Parque Lleras, the center of Medellín's upscale Poblado neighborhood. Soak up its young, trendy vibe, which makes the area one of the city’s top places to hang out. Then head to El Pueblito Paisa, a miniature version of a traditional Antioquian town, located in the center of Medellín with stunning views. On the full-day tour, you’ll also visit Plaza de las Esculturas and ride the Metrocable, a gondola built to help locals commute from mountainside towns into the city, which is located at the bottom of the valley. Enjoy the scenic ride and admire views of Medellín from above.
Head first to Parque de Bolívar, an urban park situated between some of the most famous landmarks in the city. To the north, you'll see the Metropolitan Cathedral of Medellín, and to the southeast, the Lido Theater.
Afterward, visit the Museum of Antioquia, which houses one of the largest collections of Fernando Botero paintings in the world. Discover the unique style of Fernando Botero, whose work is known for its unusual inflation and disproportion of body parts. His exaggeration of human and animal figures is designed to inspire humor, irony and criticism. Tour the museum with your guide and be amazed at the collection of 108 Botero paintings, as well as other pieces of impressive work on exhibition.
Full-day tour:
Double your Medellin sightseeing by choosing the 8-hour tour, which includes a typical Antioquian lunch! The full-day tour also includes everything mentioned above , but starts with a visit to Parque Lleras, the center of Medellín's upscale Poblado neighborhood. Soak up its young, trendy vibe, which makes the area one of the city’s top places to hang out. Then head to El Pueblito Paisa, a miniature version of a traditional Antioquian town, located in the center of Medellín with stunning views. On the full-day tour, you’ll also visit Plaza de las Esculturas and ride the Metrocable, a gondola built to help locals commute from mountainside towns into the city, which is located at the bottom of the valley. Enjoy the scenic ride and admire views of Medellín from above.
Customer Reviews
Bandit
USA
September 2012
Great small-group tour just for my party. The guide is yours for the day, so you can follow the normal itinerary or customize it according to what you want to see! The main sights in Medellin are impressive - the Botero Plaza, Metropolitan Cathedral and Pueblito Paisa. I would highly recommend booking the MetroCable option as it's the only cable car system in the world that was built for transportation purposes only (not for tourism). Great views of the city and fantastic photo opportunities.
Anonymous
September 2012
Good way to experience Medellin with a local.Operation was flawless and well worth the price, I would recommend.
