
Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 729 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti worth booking?
Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti is a 2-hour experience in Medellín, Colombia, from $12 per person. It scores 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 729 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 88 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (729)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $12 per person
Discover Comuna 13 through the stories of a local guide who has witnessed the transformation of the neighborhood. Explore colorful urban art and local galleries, try typical Medellín snacks, and enjoy impressive panoramic viewpoints. Experience music, dance, and the culture that have made Comuna 13 one of Medellín's most emblematic places up close and end the experience by creating your own graffiti.
What you get
About this experience
Discover Comuna 13 through the stories of a local guide who has witnessed the transformation of the neighborhood. Explore colorful urban art and local galleries, try typical Medellín snacks, and enjoy impressive panoramic viewpoints. Experience music, dance, and the culture that have made Comuna 13 one of Medellín's most emblematic places up close and end the experience by creating your own graffiti.
What's included
Included
- Snacks
What you'll see and do
Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13
In the escalators of commune 13, culture, art and change that has been presented in the territory over the last years will be seen, through people, graffiti and exhibitions of different types such as dancing, singing and more
60 minutes here
Through graffiti and art will talk about the past, present and culture of the commune 13 and all its inhabitants
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Medellín
The meeting point is in the store called MEMORIES TRAVELERS. Your guide will be there waiting 15 minutes before the tour begins.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meeting point is in the store called MEMORIES TRAVELERS. Your guide will be there waiting 15 minutes before the tour begins.
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
- Culture Colombia Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 716 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
716 verified traveler reviews for Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
I love, Mateo!
Mateo was the perfect tour guide. Very informative, patient, and friendly. I highly recommend booking him as your tour guide. He explained the history of Comuna 13 perfectly and allowed us to try our first graffiti experience. Will recommend to friends and family.
via Viator
Espectacular
I loved the tour! Especially pur tour guide Esteban!!! 🙌🏼
via Tripadvisor
ESTABAN IS THE BEST
Esteban was amazing! Very informative. Very cool
via Tripadvisor
Bring your comfy shoes
Esteban was a spectacular guide - really provided a lot of great historical context and seeing how the community has evolved over the years.
via Tripadvisor
Comuna 13 Walking Tour
Estéban was an amazing tour guide! The tour came with free snacks. Wear good walking shoes and bring fan, it’s hot.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $12 to $16
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 255
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 88
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Medellín.
How much does Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti cost?
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Prices start at $12 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: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti take?
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Plan for about 2 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: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 729 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Medellín, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti?
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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: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti?
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Around 255 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti 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 Bike Tour in Medellin - Local snack, Coffee or Beer, Guided Tour of Comuna 13 Medellín with Snacks Included. 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.
What is included in Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti?
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Included: Snacks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti?
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The meeting point is in the store called MEMORIES TRAVELERS. Your guide will be there waiting 15 minutes before the tour begins. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Medellín. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Medellín: Comuna 13 with Local Guide, Snacks, and Create Your Graffiti?
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Across 729 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, good for families. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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