Things to do in Colombia
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Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour with Street Food in Medellín★ 4.91 (9,359) · 3h
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Guatapé Day Tour from Medellín: Rock, Boat & Colorful Town★ 4.95 (8,123) · 10h–11h
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Medellín: Pablo Escobar Museum & Personal History Tour★ 4.88 (7,147) · 45m–1h 30m
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Cartagena Island Hopping: Snorkel, Lunch & Beach Clubs★ 4.75 (6,501) · 7hUS$ 70View ›
4-Day Lost City Trek Santa Marta: 1,200 Steps to Ruins★ 4.96 (3,599) · 4dUS$ 760View ›
Bogotá Bike Tour: 12km Ride Through Neighborhoods & Street Art★ 4.84 (3,495) · 4hUS$ 25View ›
Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour Medellín: Street Art & Escalators★ 4.93 (3,478) · 3h–4hUS$ 28View ›
Guatapé from Medellín: Piedra del Peñol & Boat Tour Celebrity Homes★ 4.84 (3,096) · 10h–11hUS$ 45View ›
Guatapé & Piedra del Peñol: Boat Tour, Tastings & Lunch★ 4.83 (2,904) · 8h–10hUS$ 45View ›
Bike Tour Medellín: Hidden Parks & Local Neighborhoods★ 4.96 (2,739) · 3h–4hUS$ 30View ›Top rated (10)
Comuna 4 Medellín: Beyond the tourist trailYou walk through Comuna 4 with a professional bilingual guide and a community leader who grew up in the barrio. You'll learn the neighborhood's history, sit down to discuss Colombian welfare and education systems, see football culture and street art, eat authentic empanadas, and visit a community-built cultural center. The whole experience takes around three hours and includes a snack.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Medellín beyond the main tourist zones and hear directly from someone who lives in the community. Expect a three-hour walk with multiple sitting stops — that's what makes time for real conversation instead of a rushed overview.
Paragliding in Medellín: Tandem flights with certified pilotsTandem paragliding in Medellín with a certified FAI instructor and all safety gear included; you fly from the largest runway in the area while the pilot handles altitude and landing. The experience runs about three hours from arrival to footage download, and you pick between a calm flight or extreme maneuvers before takeoff. Children from age 5 are welcome, and guides speak English and Spanish.Is it for me?Arrive by public transit and let your pilot handle the rest—choose your intensity at the ramp, from serene to adrenaline-fueled, and leave with professional photos of your flight.
Private Tour Comuna 13 with Cable Car RideA private guided tour of Comuna 13 in Medellín includes a cable car ride from San Javier station, a walk through the graffiti-covered streets, and a local guide explaining the neighborhood's shift from violence to vibrant street art. The tour runs four hours with pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and cable car ticket included; a live guide speaks English or Spanish.Is it for me?The cable car ride gives you the city's layout before you walk the streets, so you understand the neighborhood's geography and social context instead of just seeing the graffiti and moving on.
Tropical Dry Forest Hike near Cartagena: Cotton Top TamarinsThis hiking tour explores the tropical dry forest near Cartagena, departing at 6 a.m. for a two-hour drive into Bolívar department, then a 3.5-hour trek through flora and fauna adapted to seasonal drought. The guide points out the Cotton Top Tamarin, an endemic primate found nowhere else, and explains how the ecosystem survives the dry season. Breakfast and a traditional regional lunch are included; groups stay under 8 people. A moderate fitness level is required, and the full day runs about 8 hours from pickup to return.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guided nature walk where learning about the ecosystem (especially the endemic Cotton Top Tamarins) matters as much as the hike itself—the small group keeps it intimate and the early timing catches the forest most active.
Guatape, El Peñol & Paragliding: Private Day Trip MedellinYou’ll feel Medellin’s mountains under your feet (and above them) as you paraglide with local pilots, climb El Peñol Rock’s wild staircase, and wander Guatape’s painted streets with a guide who knows every corner. Expect laughter, new tastes, and views that stick with you long after you’ve left.
Medellín City Tour: Botero Plaza & Metrocable with Local GuideYou get picked up from your hotel and spend four hours moving through Medellín's center with someone who knows it intimately: the Palace of Culture and its terrace view, Botero Plaza's sculptures, the House of Memory's difficult history, a fruit tasting at a working market, and rides on both the tram and metrocable. Hotel return is included, so you only show up and listen.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Medellín's actual history and geography rather than just see landmarks—having someone who lived here explain the city is what makes the difference between a tour and an education.
Bogota: Private City Walk with Local Friend & Flexible StopsYou’ll wander Bogota’s historic streets with a local friend who knows every shortcut and snack stand—sampling exotic fruits at a bustling market, hearing stories behind vivid graffiti art, and pausing for impromptu tastes or conversations along the way. Expect laughter, flexibility, and that feeling of seeing a city through new eyes.
Colombia Andes: Family Farm Horseback Ride & BreakfastYou’ll drink fresh Colombian coffee with a local family, help feed calves and milk cows, then ride gentle horses across private mountain trails. Expect laughter over a traditional breakfast, hands-on moments with animals, and time to just soak in those wild Andes views—a day that feels more like visiting old friends than any ordinary tour.
Medellin: Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour Non-Touristy FarmsYou’ll head out from Medellin for a private day trip into real working farms near Copacabana—tasting coffee brewed right where it’s grown, hiking through hillsides with your guide, sharing laughs with farmers over homemade lunch, then crafting your own chocolate bar before heading home full (and maybe a little muddy).
Cali Street Food Walking Tour: Local snacks and landmarksThe Cali Street Food Walking Tour is a two-hour guided walk through the city's neighborhoods where you stop at bakeries, fried food vendors and specialty shops to taste local snacks chosen by your guide. You walk past street art, historical downtown streets and a 150-year-old printing workshop, tasting items like pandebono, empanadas, marranitas and ice cream at each stop — vegetarian, gluten-free and meat options available at every stage. Bottled water is included; most travelers finish full after sampling two items per stop.Is it for me?Choose the daytime Street Food Tour if you want to walk and taste at a steady pace, or the Nightlife Street Food option if you prefer the city's food scene after dark — both follow the same neighborhoods and stops, just at different hours.
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Bogotá Walking Tour with Local Snacks and Tejo GameA 3–4 hour walking tour of Bogotá's La Candelaria neighborhood led by a bilingual guide, moving through La Concordia Market, Plaza de Bolívar, and colonial churches while tasting local fruits, Colombian coffee and coca tea. The tour wraps at a Tejo hall where you throw metal discs at a clay board and gunpowder charges while drinking hot chocolate with cheese. Groups stay under 15 travelers, though the guide can accommodate up to 30 and keep the experience personal.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to walk the city with someone who knows its stories and politics, not just its landmarks. The Tejo finale means you are playing a game locals actually play, not watching a demonstration—it is the difference between learning about Colombian culture and being part of it for an afternoon.
Bogota Airport Transfer: Private SUV Pickup & 24hr Bilingual DriverYou’ll step off your flight at El Dorado Airport and spot your name held up by a smiling local driver. Relax in a private SUV with Wi-Fi and bottled water as you’re whisked straight to your hotel or Airbnb in Bogota. With real-time flight tracking and friendly tips from your bilingual guide, you can skip the stress and just settle into Colombia’s capital.
Cartagena: Gabriel García Márquez Literary Walking TourYou walk the neighborhoods and landmarks that inspired Gabriel García Márquez's novels, with a guide who knows both the literature and the city's history. The tour includes Plaza Santo Domingo, the García Márquez mausoleum, San Diego's colonial streets, and his former home. You'll understand how real people and actual places became the magical realism he's famous for. Lunch recommendations are provided, and the whole thing takes 2–3 hours on foot.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand where García Márquez's novels came from and you're comfortable walking for 2–3 hours through colonial streets — the guide's knowledge of both the literature and the city is what makes the connection between real Cartagena and magical realism actually visible.
Cartagena: Old City & Getsemani Walking Tour with Local TastingsYou’ll wander Cartagena’s Walled City & Getsemani with a local guide who shares real stories behind each plaza and mural. Taste a typical drink along the way, hear music spill into sunny streets, and pause in quiet corners where history lingers. It’s not just sightseeing — you’ll feel part of the city’s rhythm for an afternoon.
Medellín Salsa Class & Social Dancing Tuesday NightA Tuesday evening salsa class and social dance party at El Social Tienda Mixta in Medellín's El Poblado neighborhood, open to all levels with no prior experience needed. The class runs from 8 to 10 PM with instruction in English and Spanish; a live salsa orchestra takes over at 10 PM and social dancing continues until midnight. A welcome cocktail (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) is included throughout the event.Is it for me?This is a shared class and social event, not private instruction, so you're learning and dancing alongside other travelers and locals—which is what makes the authentic Tuesday night atmosphere possible. Choose this if you want to learn salsa steps in a real Medellín venue rather than in a studio, and if dancing with a live band and a mixed crowd appeals to you more than a structured lesson alone.
Cartagena Walled City: Group Tour with Wireless AudioYou walk the historic walled city with a certified Spanish-speaking guide and wireless audio receiver, visiting the Clock Tower, Customs Square, Palace of the Inquisition, Naval Museum, and the city's main strongholds. The audio system lets you move at your own pace and take photos without losing the narrative. The tour includes a walking map and partner discounts for lunch and shopping. Plan for a full morning or afternoon.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand Cartagena's layered history — pirate attacks, the Inquisition, slavery, naval defense — without arranging a private guide or figuring out which monuments matter most. The wireless audio system means you're not glued to the group, so you can photograph and pause without holding anyone back.
Cartagena: Historic Center & Getsemaní Walking Tour StoriesYou’ll walk Cartagena’s walled city and Getsemaní with a local guide, tasting sweets at Portal de los Dulces, hearing pirate tales in lively plazas, spotting street art, and even learning some dance steps if you’re brave enough. This shared tour brings you close to Cartagena’s living history — and maybe leaves you humming salsa tunes long after.
Candelaria Walking Tour Bogotá: Historic Center with Local GuideA shared walking tour of Bogotá's Candelaria neighborhood led by a certified guide in English or Spanish, covering the historic center's landmarks over three hours. The guide meets the group at the Gold Museum, walks you past Plaza de Bolívar, Teatro Colón, and the Botero Museum, and ends at the Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Center. A free tour map is included; museum entries are not.Is it for me?Pick this shared walking tour if you want a guide-led narrative connecting Bogotá's indigenous, colonial, and modern layers—rather than piecing together separate museum visits on your own.
Private Santa Marta Airport Transfer – Reliable 24/7 ServiceYou want your Santa Marta trip to start (or end) without hassle—this private transfer means no taxi lines or confusion. Just friendly drivers who know their way around and get you where you need to go safely and comfortably, any hour of the day.
Medellín: Downtown Walking Tour, Botero Plaza & Local StoriesYou’ll walk through Medellín’s lively downtown with a local guide, see Botero Plaza’s famous sculptures up close, wander historic parks and streets, pause for snacks at a neighborhood spot, and hear real stories behind Medellín’s transformation. Expect laughter, city sounds—and maybe even a new favorite corner of the city.
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Cartagena Sunset Catamaran Cruise: Open Bar & Bay ViewsA 2-hour shared catamaran cruise around Cartagena Bay at sunset, departing from Muelle de la Bodeguita with views of Bocagrande, Castillogrande, and the historic Old City. The open bar serves cocktails, white wine, and soft drinks; a mini snack and live music are included. Groups stay under 50 travelers, and guides speak English, Spanish, or French.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in the Old City or Bocagrande without a car—the boat departs from Muelle de la Bodeguita, a short walk away, and you'll spend two hours watching the sunset from the water rather than exploring on foot.
Snorkeling in Cartagena: Isla Grande Beach Club Day TripThis day trip from Cartagena takes you by shared speedboat to Isla Grande in the Rosario Islands, where you spend roughly eight hours swimming, sunbathing, and eating lunch on a quiet beach. The group stays under 15 travelers, and snorkeling is optional—you can book it on the island if the reefs appeal to you. Round-trip transport, a welcome drink, lunch with one drink, sun lounger, towel and beach-club access are included; you meet at the pier at 7:30 a.m. and return by 4 p.m.Is it for me?Groups of up to 15 work well here because the beach club stays calm and the shared boat keeps costs down. If you want a full day away from the city without arranging transport or a private boat, and you're comfortable with a set schedule and other travelers, this trip holds together without any planning on your end.
Cartagena Chiva Bus Party Tour: Dance Through Old TownA chiva bus nightlife tour through Cartagena's Old Town combines live crossover music, a local animator keeping the energy high, and stops at the Old Shoes Monument and Cartagena Letters for photos. The route passes the illuminated Castillo San Felipe, where your guide shares the fortress's pirate and siege history while the party continues. Spanish-speaking guide included; English-speaking guide available on request for an extra cost.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to experience Cartagena's nightlife the way locals do — dancing and moving through the colonial streets rather than sitting in a stationary bar. The chiva bus and the animator's energy mean you are part of the party from the moment you board, not watching it from the sidelines.
Rosario Islands Beach Club: All-Day Escape from CartagenaDharma Beach Club is a full-day tour from Cartagena to Isla Grande in the Rosario Islands, where you travel by sports boat, spend the afternoon on oceanfront beds with food and music, and return by 3 p.m. The tour includes welcome cocktail, choice of lunch (fish, chicken or vegetarian), beach bed, water and a welcome ritual; live guides speak English and Spanish, and the minimum age is 18. The 6.5-hour day leaves room for a morning in the old city or an evening meal back in Cartagena.Is it for me?The 6.5-hour window means you can spend a morning exploring Cartagena's old city or sleeping in, then head to the boat by mid-morning and be back by 3 p.m. — leaving your evening free for dinner or a walk through the neighborhoods. If you need a full day away from the city or you're arriving late in the afternoon, this timing won't work; a longer island overnight would suit that better.
Buga day trip from Cali: Hacienda Piedechinche and Cane MuseumThis 10-hour day trip from Cali takes you to Buga for a city tour aboard a traditional mini goat, then to Hacienda Piedechinche—a 300-year-old colonial estate—and the Cane Museum, an open-air collection of sugar-industry artifacts. The day ends with a calambuco ride through rural canyons. Breakfast, lunch, transport from Cali, entrance fees and a professional Spanish-speaking guide are included. Minimum age is 15; not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy or cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Cali without a car—hotel pickup and all transport between three valley sites are included, so you follow a set itinerary rather than building your own route.
Cartagena Sunset Catamaran: Open Bar & DJ CruiseA two-hour sunset catamaran cruise in Cartagena Bay with a full open bar, live DJ entertainment and Colombian snacks included. You board at Muelle de la Bodeguita, sail across the bay during golden hour, watch the UNESCO-listed walled city and Bocagrande skyline light up, and return around 7:30 PM. The open bar serves mojitos, caipirinha cocktails, tropical alcohol-free drinks and two welcome beers per guest; children from age 1 are welcome, though alcohol is served only to guests 18 and older. A dock tax of approximately USD 5 per person is payable in cash at the pier.Is it for me?The pier is a short taxi ride from anywhere in Cartagena, so this cruise works whether you're staying in the old city, Bocagrande or elsewhere without a rental car—you board, the boat handles the rest, and you're back by 7:30 PM with no planning beyond showing up.
Cartagena Sunset Catamaran Cruise: Open Bar & Live MusicA two-hour sunset catamaran cruise across Cartagena Bay with open bar, snacks, and live crossover music. You board from the main tourist pier, drift past the historic Walled City and modern Bocagrande skyline as the sun sets, and return after approximately two hours. Alcohol is served to guests 18 and over; all ages welcome.Is it for me?The boat stays in motion the whole time and the bar is always open, so this suits anyone who wants to unwind without a fixed itinerary or a schedule of stops—just drift, drink, and watch the city change color as the sun goes down.
Barranquilla city tour: Salgar Castle, Pier 1888 sunsetThis full-day Barranquilla city tour departs from your hotel and covers the Caribbean coast's most photographed landmarks in a single itinerary. You'll start with breakfast at the Vueltiao Hat restaurant, then move through Salgar Castle, the city's iconic letters, Ventana al Mundo, the Grand Malecon with its Shakira monument and Shark Fin, and finish at Pier 1888 for sunset over the Magdalena River. The tour includes an audio guide in English or Spanish, meals, Carnival Museum entry, and a train ride to Puerto Mocho. Nine to ten hours on the road means the day holds all the stops without gaps; the guide handles the route and timing.Is it for me?Nine to ten hours means you commit the full day, which is what allows the tour to hold all three zones—the castle, the city center, and the river at sunset—without rushing any of them. If your schedule has only a half-day free, look for a shorter route; if you want the landmarks and the light at the end, this itinerary fits the time it needs.
