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Medellín History Tour: From Cartel to Peace
4.8
60 Ratings
Medellín
Explore Medellín’s transformation from cartel violence to peace. Discover key sites and stories from 1982 to 2015 on this insightful tour.
Explore Medellín’s transformation from cartel violence to peace. Discover key sites and stories from 1982 to 2015 on this insightful tour.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Parque San Antonio - The tour begins at Parque San Antonio, a significant landmark in Medellin. The guide will share the park’s history and its impact on the city’s residents. Visitors will also observe the park’s evolution over the years, showcasing Medellin’s transformation.
- Plazuela San Ignacio - At this square, the focus will be on the…
- Parque San Antonio - The tour begins at Parque San Antonio, a significant landmark in Medellin. The guide will share the park’s history and its impact on the city’s residents. Visitors will also observe the park’s evolution over the years, showcasing Medellin’s transformation.
- Plazuela San Ignacio - At this square, the focus will be on the role of education in Medellin’s transformation. The guide will delve into the city’s educational history and its crucial role in fostering peace.
- Comfama San Ignacio - The tour includes a visit to the Comfama cultural center, a hub for art, culture, and education. Visitors will learn about programs designed to strengthen community bonds and promote peaceful coexistence.
- Torres de Bomboná - These towers exemplify modern architecture in Medellin. The guide will discuss their history and significance as a city landmark, and reflect on architecture’s role in urban transformation.
- Pasaje Cervantes - This passage illustrates how urban art can revitalize public spaces. Visitors will admire vibrant murals and learn about the artists and the messages they convey.
- Parque de Boston - Boston Park offers a perfect spot for relaxation and reflection. Visitors will be encouraged to share their thoughts on the tour’s experiences and insights.
- Simona Duque Park - This park honors Simona Duque, a woman dedicated to human rights advocacy. The guide will share her story and legacy.
- Bicentenario Park - The tour concludes at Bicentennial Park, a modern and sustainable space symbolizing Medellin’s future. Visitors will reflect on the city’s challenges and opportunities on its path to peace.
What's Included
- Certified guide
- Certified guide
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- Snacks
Additional Information
Explore the transformation of Medellin with a guided tour of its neighborhoods.
A journey through history and hope
Picture strolling down streets that were once marked by violence, now vibrant with life and color. This shared tour offers an opportunity to discover the history of Medellin, a city that has emerged from its past. Participants will visit…
Explore the transformation of Medellin with a guided tour of its neighborhoods.
A journey through history and hope
Picture strolling down streets that were once marked by violence, now vibrant with life and color. This shared tour offers an opportunity to discover the history of Medellin, a city that has emerged from its past. Participants will visit neighborhoods that were heavily impacted by the armed conflict and learn how the community has collaborated to create a brighter future.
Location
Parque San Antonio
Calle 44
We will meet at the indicated time in Plaza San Antonio next to the Botero Sculpture "Birds" where you will find your guide with the red Beyond Colombia umbrella.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(60 Ratings)
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Yasmineag2689yh
Apr 28, 2025
Tour with Miguel - We did the tour with Miguel and he explained everything so clear and passionate. I would really recommend doing this tour to understand the history of Medellin and Colombia!
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Tessd503
Apr 28, 2025
A must in Medellin - It was a good tour. We've had so much information. Miguel was really a top guide. Plenty of room for questions. It was an interactive tour and we were really included in the conversation. Really a must if you are in Medellin!!!!
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Marion
Apr 26, 2025
Excellent tour - We did the tour with guide John Fredy and we loved it! The tour can be a little tired by walking a lot, but it’s great for understanding the history of the conflict and the current consequences. Very informative.
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619maxs
Apr 24, 2025
Very detailed and impressive introduction to Colombia’s past and present history. - After participating in the Downtown tour with Beyond Colombia, I was so impressed that I I booked onto the Post Conflict tour the same day. Paul the guide was extremely knowledgable about the detailed and complex history surrounding Medellín and Colombia, it was shocking to learn about the events that have taken place until present day. Paul took us to some really cool locations that I definitely wouldn’t have gone to without his guidance, pictures included!
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Perezmvictoria
Mar 6, 2025
An Eye-Opening and Insightful Tour on Medellín’s History - We took the post-conflict tour with Dany, and it was an exceptional experience. His deep knowledge and the level of historical detail he provided were outstanding. He shared valuable insights that helped us better understand Medellín’s past and its transformation. The tour was in English, and his explanations were clear, engaging, and well-structured. Highly recommended for anyone interested in learning about the city’s history beyond the surface!
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Nicholas
Feb 23, 2025
One of the most heart-wrenching tours I have ever done.❤️❤️ - Absolutely incredible tour of a beautiful city, in an amazing country, that has been to hell and back. Our guide was amazing. And you can tell he truly cares. Thanks Manu!!
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Laurawr8240wq
Jan 29, 2025
Post conflict tour - Excellent tour. Jhon was extremely approachable, friendly and the information throughout was super informative. Everything was explained very thoroughly and well. I would defiantly recommend the tour
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Monika
Jan 9, 2025
A must do for anyone who wants to better understand Medellin & the modern history of Colombia - This was our third tour with Beyond Colombia and it was certainly not our last.
Daniel impressed us with his incredibly extensive historical knowledge and showed us in a sympathetic and very personal way how complex the recent history of Colombia is and what transformation is currently underway in Medellin. Based on the personal examples, it was easy to understand what this meant for the people of Medellin, to live in the tension between guerrillas, paramilitaries, narcos, etc. and not always to know where the boundaries between good and evil run.
Muchissimas gracias Daniel, ha sido una tarde inolvidable 🙏
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451acelam
Mar 23, 2025
Terrible - The guide did not show up.
No communication despite having all my contact details.
Disappointing and Unacceptable really
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Jackbn8826xs
Mar 22, 2025
Don't waste your time - Don't waste your time. I had this tour booked for 2pm today and they didn't show up. Nor did they have the decency to contact me to tell me. Despite having all my contact details. Unacceptable!
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