Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity worth booking?
Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity is a 4-hour experience in Medellín, Colombia, from $87 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $87 per person
Meet a local Hip Hop movement formed by several Graffiti, Rap, and Breakdance artists and get exclusive background information on Street Art and Hip Hop in Medellín. Learn how music, art, and dancing change lives in Mede
What you get
About this experience
Meet a local Hip Hop movement formed by several Graffiti, Rap, and Breakdance artists and get exclusive background information on Street Art and Hip Hop in Medellín. Learn how music, art, and dancing change lives in Medellín. Travel to the famous electric escalators located at the Comuna 13 district. Onsight obtain insider information on the recent history of the Comuna 13 neighborhood. The area is full of countless street art expressions telling the turbulent story of the area. The Medellín local authorities declared urban art a part of the local city culture. With your participation in this tour, you directly support Hip Hop classes in the upper parts of the Comuna 13 district. The artists themselves spread the word about Hip-Hop culture and teach young kids to express themselves using breakdance, rap, and graffiti. Will be personally guided by a local artist of this cultural movement. Get to know the importance of Street Art for social communication and cultural identity.
What's included
Included
- Bottle of water (350 ml)
- Travel insurance and taxes
- Meeting of a local artist (rap, breakdance, or graffiti)
- Graffiti Tour through the Comuna 13
- Pick up and drop off service at your hotel
- Private expert bilingual guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Everything not shown above
- Guidance in German, French, Italian, Portuguese language is on request
What you'll see and do
Medellin
We will pick you up at your hotel, and we will drive to the Comuna 13. During the trip, you will start to understand the history of this neighborhood.
60 minutes here
Comuna13
Learn how music, art, and dancing changes lives in this area of Medellín. Travel to the famous electric escalators located at the Comuna 13 district - another landmark of the social transformation. On sight obtain insider information on the recent history of the Comuna 13 neighborhood. The area is full of countless street art expressions telling the turbulent story of the area and its local people and Medellín local authorities declared urban art a part of the local city culture. With your participation in this tour, you directly support Hip Hop classes in the upper parts of the Comuna 13 district. The artists themselves spread the word about Hip-Hop culture and teach young kids to express themselves using breakdance, rap, and graffiti. Will be personally guided by a local artist of this cultural movement of urban hip-hop culture based on rap, dance, and graffiti and get to know the importance of Street Art for social communication and cultural identity.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Private transport option
AC private car or van Pickup included
Public transport option
Taxi, Metro, Metrocable, other Pickup included
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 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Palenque Tours S.A.S
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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable shoes and sunscreen are highly recommended
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience!
Great experience in Communa 13 and the Kolacho cultural center (collective of graffiti artists)! We had a great and extremely knowledgeable tour with 2 great women: Valeria (Guida) and Katalina (graffiti artist). Mucha's Gracias ladies!
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience in Communa 13 and the Kolacho Cultural Center. Valeria and Katalina are indeed incredible guides, and we're glad they made your visit special with their knowledge and artistry. We’ll pass along your kind words to them. Muchas gracias for choosing to explore with us!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Columna 13 Tour
Natalie was my guide. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. She picked me up at my hotel with a driver. I chose a private tour. I am so glad I took the tour of the neighborhood of Columna 13 so I could see the vast cultural contributions and struggles of the brown and black peoples of Medellin and Colombia which are essentially hidden from view if you stay in the wealthy Plobado area. The graffiti and music and food and people were great. Undoubtedly best event I did in Colombia.
Response from the operator: Hello, Keith! We are happy for reading about your experience going to Comuna 13. We understood you wanted to have a tour full of culture, music, and art, so it's a pleasure for us to know we met your expectations through Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art and Cultural Identity. We hope your trip through Colombia has ended well and that you leave as in love with Medellin as we are.
via Tripadvisor
Living Colour
That was our last tour in Medellín, so we asked for the same guide that took us to the market a couple of days before. We were happy that Sebastian was available again, so the tour was literally guided by a friend. The Street art topic in the Comuna 13 of Medellín is pretty diverse and in particular the political and social implications are very deep and a local guide helps a lot. We met a member of a local art initiative who was a graffiti artist himself. He took his time to explain the origin of the Hip Hop movement in this particular part of Medellín, all very detailed and without a rush. Absolutely worth it to do it with a private tour. There are tons of local guides strolling around the area bothering you to go with them, so arriving there already with your own guide is a plus. Sebastian took us to some less known and crowded corners and we had a very special experience thanks to his support.
Response from the operator: Dear, Heiko! We are happy for reading about your awesome trip to Medellín again. When we are selecting the guides for the tours, we choose them according to the requirements of the traveler. We are glad to know we did a great choice asking Sebastian to be your guide. We hope you will have the opportunity to share other experiences with us in the future.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $87 to $190
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
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Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Medellín.
How much does Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity cost?
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Prices start at $87 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 Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 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 Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity?
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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 Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity?
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Around 1 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private tour: Street Art in Medellín - Urban Art & Cultural Identity 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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