Medellin Comuna 13 Street Art Tour

Discover the urban art culture of Medellin on this graffivan (graffiti-van) tour of Comuna 13.

Comuna 13 Street Art Tour

At the designated time, we will meet at Parque el Poblado to begin our street art tour of Medellin. We will travel in a graffivan to explore the vibrant art scene.

Our destination is Comuna 13, previously regarded as one of Medellin's most perilous areas. This tour highlights urban art as a vital factor in the community's transformation from its drug trafficking and criminal history.

The first part of the tour features live performances from artists expressing themes on cultural and current affairs. Next, we will view graffiti on the site of Colombia's first escalators, noted for being among the longest in the world.

As we walk, we will delve into the narratives behind this street art, which conveys messages of hope and a brighter future for Medellin, promoting peace from Comuna 13.

Before concluding the tour, we will visit the Casa de Neón, an engaging location combining paint and light, ideal for photographs.

The tour lasts approximately 4 hours, after which we will return to the meeting point.