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Pablo and Comuna 13 with Cable Car
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Pablo and Comuna 13 with Cable Car

By City Vibes Tours
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Ages 2-90
Duration: 5h
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Medellin Metrocable
  • Entry/Admission - Barrio Pablo Escobar
What's not included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Lunch


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • any hotel, hostel or apartment in Medellín city
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Pushchair accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        • Infant seats available
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 102890P9

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 102890P9

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        • City Vibes Tours
          653
          Medellin, Colombia
          Joined in August 2018
        • jangV1744ZY
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great tours
          We did 2 nice tours with City Vibes Tours, the Pablo Escobar tour with cable car and hiking to waterfall, they have good transportation, nice guides, we had first Jaime and second was Mauricio. They do what they promise. Highly recommended.
          Written 1 February 2025
        • jangV1744ZY
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great tour
          We did this tour last week, and everything was perfect, guide on time, nice guide Jaime, at every stop he told us a lot, took the time to answer the questions. Was very interesting tour, highly recommended. The cable ride was nice as well, we see a lot of Medellin.
          Written 1 February 2025
        • 344breto
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Service. Driver Waited Patiently.
          Great service throughout. Very easy pickup at airport. Driver patiently waited as we went through migracion and customs.
          Written 31 January 2025
        • darby12
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Recommend Medellin Airport Pickup
          Great experience with the airport pickup in Medellin. Good communication, the driver was waiting with a sign at the exit and price was fair.
          Written 25 January 2025
        • amarjy0tb
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Pablo tour!
          Was a great tour. Our guide was very informative. Spent a good 4-5 hours showing all the places we were looking forward to. I highly recommend this tour. You’ll have a great time.
          Written 25 January 2025
        • 940cinthiab
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great tour
          Visiting Comuna 13 with Carlos was an amazing experience. He was knowledgeable, engaging, and shared the history and stories of the neighborhood in a way that was easy to connect with. His insights into the street art and the transformation of the community made the tour both meaningful and memorable. Carlos also made sure we felt safe and comfortable throughout the visit. If you’re heading to Comuna 13, I’d definitely recommend him as your guide.
          Written 22 January 2025
        • manuelahE6806WV
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Lovely experience at la comuna 13.
          The views were great, our tour guide explained us the story behind the location, answered all of our questions, and was very patient and professional. He made a really cool video for us as well, and took nice pictures of us! We loved it!
          Written 22 January 2025
        • AndrewM829
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Good pickup
          Efficient Pick up was waiting, took me straight to hotel. No fuss. Booked pickup in US online, it all worked. So just more words to make the mandatory 100. Seems a dumb rule TripAdvisor
          Written 19 January 2025
        • 153eddien
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Medellin Made Easy
          Driver was very professional and courteous. I'm giving the driver 5 stars and would give him 10 if possible. He answered all my questions in regards to the visiting city and site.
          Written 18 January 2025
        • TravelingBabu10
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Airport Pickup in Medellin
          Isabella picked us up from the airport at 11PM at night, she was waiting outside of customs with a sign with our name on it. The car ride was quick, easy, and professional. This is a much better alternative to trying to catch and Uber or a Taxi
          Written 18 January 2025
        • 289bc
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Tour of Medellin
          We had a wonderful time on our tour with Carlos. We went to areas of the city that definitely we wouldn’t have gotten a chance to get to otherwise, and learned a lot about Colombia’s fascinating history. Would definitely recommend for anyone who is looking to really understand and see the beautiful city of Medellín!
          Written 17 January 2025
        • 455jhonnyc
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          I had a great experience !
          Carlos is highly recommended. He is very professional and punctual. He has a lot of experience and very knowledgeable.
          Written 16 January 2025
        • 828timy
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Medellín Walking Tour
          This was a fantastic tour! Our guide was fluent in English and had a great wealth of knowledge about Medellin and its history. We loved the tour and the sights. I feel like I learned a lot about Medellin in a short time. I highly recommend this tour.
          Written 14 January 2025
        • 272rayyanz
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent and insightful day out, highly recommended
          Jaime was an exceptional tour guide that took us around all of the key spots with a deep knowledge of the history of Medellin. It was one of the most fascinating and insightful trips we have ever been on and would highly reccomend it for an authentic experience
          Written 2 January 2025
        • MesutoO
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great pickup/drop off service
          I used them for pickup and drop off. They came on time and had a nice safe driver and a good car. I communicated well with them via what's app. Strongly recommend.
          Written 29 December 2024
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        Cosma S
        Sibiu, Romania13 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I had an awesome tour through Medellín with Carlos as our guide! He was incredibly knowledgeable, answering all our questions with patience and enthusiasm. Carlos was friendly and kind which made the experience even better. His deep understanding of the city’s history and culture really brought Medellín to life. I highly recommend this tour company and especially Carlos for anyone looking to explore the city in a fun and informative way.
        Written 7 January 2025
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        Hi Thank you very much for your words, and recommending our company and guide, we like to connect with people and give our best, we share all the knowledge we have and will help you with any needs. Best regards
        Written 15 January 2025
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Benjamin B
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2023 • Couples
        Great tour around the city with well chosen destinations. Our guide, Carlos, really took his time to show us around and answered our questions. We recommend this tour to everyone who wants to get to know more about the history of the city and visit interesting places.
        Written 19 February 2023
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        Hello Benjamin Thanks for recommending our company, we always want to show the best of our city, and tell the real history. Keep us posted on your next visit Best regards Carlos Páez City Vibes Tours
        Written 23 March 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Nicholas R
        6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2022 • Friends
        This was one of the best tours I’ve ever done! It was me and my buddy and then our tour guide - Juan.

        Juan was such a great guy and so knowledgeable about the Medellin city history which obviously includes the Pablo Escobar chapter.

        I’d recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Medellin, particularly those visiting for the first time as Juan provided us so many tips, places to visit and things that we needed to do whilst in Medellin.

        We visited a mural dedicated to all of those who died over the period of terror, we visited Pablo’s jail, the place he was shot, his grave and then we went on the cable cars over the communas and finally to communa 13. Was so much more than just a Pablo tour this is a must do couldn’t recommend the tour highly enough and if I were you I’d request Juan to be your guide - best guide I’ve had.
        Written 3 August 2022
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        Hello Nicholas Thank you very much, for such kind words, it is a pleasure for us to serve you and your friend, our company and tour guides will always want to give the best experience we can, we will like to show the best of our city all the time. Keep us posted on your next visit. Best regards Carlos Páez City Vibes Tours
        Written 18 October 2022
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        Bart G
        Delray Beach, FL480 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2024 • Family
        Excellent tour covering the rise and fall of Escobar. Carlos was a wealth of information regarding all aspects of the tour. He talked in depth about Escobar and was very knowledgeable. More importantly he knows Medellín and its rich history! The tour covered all the bases - visits to memorials, the hideout where Escobar met his demise, the neighborhood he grew up in , and where he provided housing. The tour covers the good , bad & ugly of Medellín. He answered all our questions, stopped when we saw a souvenir, , snacks , needed a restroom etc. Communa 13 was such a great visit! The cable car was so awesome. It gives you a a view of Medellín’s scale. The neighborhood of Communa 13 is great spot to see street art, visit shops, and learn the history most importantly. Carlos knows many people on his tour - shopkeepers, vendors etc. We felt very safe with him; his driving was on point. Definitely bring some extra water, comfortable shoes, money for purchases & tips, & hand sanitizer.
        Written 6 August 2024
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        Hi Bart! Thank you for sharing such a detailed and thoughtful review! Our goal is to provide a transparent comprehensive view of Medellín's history. Thank you for the practical tips for future travelers—they’re sure to be helpful! We hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in Medellín. Warm regards, City Vibes Tours
        Written 23 August 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Kiara D
        Poole, UK28 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2023 • Friends
        Visiting Pablo and Comuna 13 with the cable car was a really good experience that surpassed all my expectations. Andres our tour guide was knowledgeable with perfect English and warmth. He picked us up from our hotel and took us around. Hence, he was nothing short of exceptional. Their knowledge of Medellín's history, the life of Pablo Escobar, and the transformation of Comuna 13 was unparalleled.
        The tour left me in awe of the city's transformation and resilience.

        The cable car ride up to Comuna 13 was a breathtaking experience in itself. As we ascended, we were treated to panoramic views of Medellín, nestled amid the lush hills of Antioquia.

        Upon reaching Comuna 13, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality from the local residents. They don’t hassle you so you feel free to look all around and ask questions. It was awe-inspiring to witness how this once volatile neighbourhood had transformed into a vibrant community filled with art, culture, and hope. The colourful murals adorning the walls and the vibrant street art were a testament to the resilience and creativity of the people.
        Learning about the troubled past of Comuna 13 and seeing firsthand the positive changes brought about by local initiatives left me feeling inspired. The commitment to social transformation and the investment in infrastructure, such as the escalators that now connect the neighbourhood, is a true testament to Medellín's progress.

        Our guide ensured our safety throughout the tour, and I appreciated the opportunity to interact with local residents. It was heartening to see the sense of community and pride they felt for their neighbourhood, reinforcing the positive change happening in Medellín.
        In conclusion, visiting Pablo and Comuna 13 with the cable car was an eye-opening and humbling experience. I left with a profound appreciation for Medellín's history, its vibrant culture, and the determination of its people to overcome adversity. This tour is a must-do for anyone visiting the city and seeking to understand its past, present, and future. Thank you, Medellín, for a journey I will cherish forever!
        Written 27 July 2023
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        Hello Kiara Thank you very much for such kind words, it means a lot for us and that’s why we work for, we always wan to provide the best of us, teaching the real history, showing the best places and recommending nice spots in the city Please keep us posted on your next visit. Best regards Carlos Páez
        Written 28 September 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Brenda
        4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023 • Friends
        This is a great tour but really more of an experience I definitely recommend. Juan was knowledgeable, friendly, professional and reflective in his answers and guidance. We really appreciated his approach to the history of this country. He made sure we felt comfortable and you can just feel his good energy throughout this great tour. If you want a personalized tour to really gain insight to comuna 13 and Pablo Escobar, go ahead and book. You won’t regret it :)
        Written 13 March 2023
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        Hello Thanks for your comment, we are glad to know you had a good time in the tour due to the guide energy, our guides have the best attitude all the time. Best regards Carlos Páez City Vibes Tours
        Written 10 April 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Guide147009
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We had a wonderful time with our guide, Wilson, who kept us entertained with his explanations and great sense of humour.

        We did the private tour and Wilson was very accommodating and pending on our interests and questions. After seeing Narcos in Netflix, my teenage son was interested in listening to Pablo Escobar story. The tour gave us a first hand sense of the magnitude of the suffering and terror caused by this man, which lasted almost a decade.

        I enjoyed tremendously the cable ride and the visit to Comuna 13, with the street art and its contrasts of real life struggles and tourist appeal.

        We highly recommend this tour, thank you Wilson!
        Written 23 February 2023
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        Hello Thanks a lot for this kind review, our tour guides are very professional and want to give you all the information they have and tell the real history about Escobar and the City, thanks a lot for recommending our company. Let us serve you again on your next visit. Best regards Carlos Páez City Vibes Tours
        Written 31 March 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Taylor C
        4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2022 • Solo
        Juan did an amazing job. It was so refreshing to have a regular person giving me a tour of this beautiful city. If you’re looking for a cardboard cutout tour guide with no personality you will have to look elsewhere. We laughed, we joked, talked about life, and we played some awesome tunes by Usher. He brought me to Comuna 13. It was truly a highlight to experience real Colombian street culture. Juan knew everyone and I felt totally safe under his guidance. On top of that he was professional and knowledgeable. Despite the countless Escobar documentaries I watched I still learned a lot about the dark side of Colombian narcos history. If you have half a day and want to see how real Colombians live and get some inside local knowledge I would highly recommend this tour
        Written 18 October 2022
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        Hello Taylor. Thank you very much for such nice words, we work hard every day to give the best experience you can have in the City, we know the real history of Medellín, We appreciate you recommend us. We hope we can serve you again. Best regards Carlos Páez City Vibes Tours
        Written 13 February 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Maria B
        Aurora, Canada25 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        My partner and I took this tour last week. We requested a tour in English and Andres, our tour guide was fantastic.
        Having been born and raised in Colombia, I was a little skeptical to take a Pablo Escobar tour (I was worried this would be a tourist trap and that it would be a glorification of Escobar’s life). My partner is not Colombian and I wanted him to have a realistic view of what happened in my country while I was growing up. I researched different tours offered on Trip Advisor and decided that this one would be the best for us.
        Andres is very knowledgeable and he made us feel safe at all times. He told us this tour would cover this part of the history of Medellin (and Colombia) from the city’s point of view, and that’s exactly what he delivered.
        We also enjoyed the part of the Tour of Comuna 13.
        Booking, payment and communication was easy.
        We definitely recommend this tour.
        Thank you Andres for a wonderful day in Medellin!
        Written 23 November 2022
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        Hello Maria Thank you very much for such kind words, we are very glad to know you choose our tour over other ones and had the best experience, all our tour guides are bilingual and will give you the real history about the city, our Escobar tour is a tour to teach the people the truth about Medellín Keep us posted on your next visit Best regards Carlos Páez
        Written 15 February 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Jeremy R
        8 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2022 • Solo
        Amazing tour. My guide Juan was the best. He had great knowledge of the history of Pablo Escobar and he takes his time and doesn’t rush you through the experience. The tour takes you all over Medellin. The cable car was scary but the views were great. Communa 13 gives you a real insight into the heartbeat of the people living in those mountain areas. I would do this tour again if l could. That’s how awesome this tour is. Highly recommend!!
        Written 10 November 2022
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        Hello Jeremy Thank you for this kind words, all our tours are private to give the best experience, with no rush and very personal to answer all your questions. Let us know when you come back to serve you again. Best regards Carlos Páez City Vibes Tours
        Written 13 February 2023
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