Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour worth booking?
Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour is a 7-hour experience in Medellín, Colombia, from $105 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (13)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $105 per person
Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s colorful neighborhoods, public art, and architecture on a full-day, private tour that includes pickup and drop-off at Medellín hotels, and a cable car ride in Arvi Park. Explore
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off at your hotel, or at apartments in central Medellin such as El Poblado or Laureles.
- Private tour
- All metro, cable, toll fees, etc.
- Transport by private vehicle
About this experience
Get a personal introduction to Medellín’s colorful neighborhoods, public art, and architecture on a full-day, private tour that includes pickup and drop-off at Medellín hotels, and a cable car ride in Arvi Park. Explore the sculptures of Fernando Botero and the graffiti cool of Comuna 13, then get views of the city from Arvi Park and visit El Pueblito Paisa with a local guide.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off at your hotel, or at apartments in central Medellin such as El Poblado or Laureles.
- Private tour
- All metro, cable, toll fees, etc.
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
We'll drive close to Parque del Poblado
Pass by without stopping
Enjoy a safe panoramic ride in our modern and innovative cable cars to see the most amazing views of the city from the north side
30 minutes here · Admission included
Parque Arvi
Visit Parque Arvi and enjoy a ride in the cable cars to get there while seeing an amazing view of the city and the natural rain forest. Take a short walk inside the park, visit the local market and local shops in the park.
60 minutes here · Admission included
From Parque Arvi we'll go back to acevedo station and enjoy a safe metro ride to Plaza Botero, have your camera ready to get unique photos of the diverse neighborhoods, parks, botanical gardens etc.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Centro Cultural Moravia
While in the metro we'll pass by the Moravia Cultural Center, have your camera ready and take photos if you want.
Pass by without stopping
Parque Explora
While in the metro we'll pass by the Planetario, have your camera ready and take photos if you want.
Pass by without stopping
Parque Norte
While in the metro we'll pass by the Parque Norte, have your camera ready and take photos if you want.
Pass by without stopping
Jardin Botanico de Medellin
While in the metro we'll pass by the Botanical Gardens, have your camera ready and take photos if you want.
Pass by without stopping
Planetario de Medellin
While in the metro we'll pass by the Planetario, have your camera ready and take photos if you want.
Pass by without stopping
Plaza Botero
Walk around the plaza Botero where you can find 23 estatues donated by Fernando Botero a famous local esculture to transform the downtown sector to a main turistic site that foreigners and locals enjoy.
Pass by without stopping
Rafael Uribe Uribe Palace of Culture
After visiting plaza Botero, we'll continue on foot to really feel the vibe of the downtown have your camera ready to take amazing photos of the stunning cultural palace Rafael Uribe Uribe a neo gothic building constructed around 1912 in downtown. This building was used as the government palace up to 1987. Ask your tour guide to walk inside if you want to explore this building even further.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Iglesia de la Veracruz
From the cultural palace we'll walk to La Veracruz church. This church was one of the first ones constructed in downtown with a beautiful colonial style.
10 minutes here
We'll continue on foot to feel the vibes of the Parque Berrio park. Learn the history of this important area in downtown.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria
Walk inside this magnificent colonial style minor basilica located in the heart of downtown. This minor basilica was the most prominent from Colonial times and up to the late 1970's when this downtown area was the main business district.
10 minutes here
Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13
Visit Comuna 13 an unique neighborhood that was transformed from being the most dangerous one in the city to a main touristic site with graffiti art, sustainable tourism and government intervention. Walk and enjoy the amazing art and learn the true history of this neighborhood from your local professional tour guide. ,
60 minutes here · Admission included
Pueblito Paisa
Enjoy a 360 degrees view of Medellin city from the Nutibara Mountain summit and walk in the picturesque Paisa Town while your professional tour guide will explain our culture, values and heritage.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Parque Ciudad del Rio
On the way back to your hotel we'll pass by the Ciudad del Rio park, have your camera ready and take photos if you want.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Medellín
Meeting point for guests outside our main pick up area.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Meeting point for guests outside our main pick up area.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Medellin Travels
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please wear tennis shoes
- Please note that we do not charge extra for tours in other languages besides English and Spanish. However, our guides in other languages such as French, German and Portuguese are subjected to availability.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $105 to $269
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Medellin Travels, who run 12 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.9.
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Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Medellín.
How much does Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $105 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Medellín usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Medellín is not rushed.
Is Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Medellín, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Medellín can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Medellín and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Medellín City Comuna 13 and Arvi Park Full Day Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Medellín within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Medellín?
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On Outty we rank every Medellín experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch, Half-Day Coffee Tour: From the Seed to the Cup, Farm & roastery, Private Guatape & Coffee Farm Tour: The Two Must do in One Day. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Medellín?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Medellín?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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