Medellín: Botero Plaza, Cable Car & Comuna 13 Street Art

Three Medellín landmarks in one afternoon, cable car views included

You get hotel pickup, a professional bilingual guide, and a private AC vehicle that takes you to Botero Plaza's 23 sculptures, up the cable car with included ticket, and through Comuna 13's street art escalators. Free time at each stop means you set the pace for photos and snacks, and the guide handles the navigation so you don't have to figure out timing or transport between sites.

Step-by-step itinerary

Medellin city tour with Botero and Comuna 13

• Meet 23 Botero statues
• Ride Medellin cable car
• Explore colorful Comuna 13 street art
• Visit urban escalators and slums

The experience

I wasn't ready for how many people were standing in front of those Botero sculptures. The plaza was packed, but our guide, who picked us up right from the hotel, knew exactly where to position us so we could actually see them without the crowd. There are 23 of them, all donated by Fernando Botero himself, and they're nothing like the reproductions you see in books. The scale of them, the way they sit in the middle of the city like they own the place. It hits different in person. We had time to walk around, take photos, grab a coffee from one of the cafés nearby, and the guide pointed out which ones tourists usually miss.

After Botero Plaza, we drove up to the cable car station. The ticket was already included, which saved us the hassle of figuring out the system, and the views from the car were the kind of thing you actually remember: the whole valley spread out, the neighborhoods stacked up the hillside, the light hitting the buildings in a way that made everything look sharper than it should. The ride itself is short, maybe ten minutes, but it's the fastest way to see how the city is actually laid out. Our driver knew the timing, so we weren't waiting around.

Then we headed to Comuna 13, and yeah, that's the part where the street art is: the escalators, the murals covering every wall, the whole neighborhood painted in colors that seem too bright until you're standing there and realize that's just what it looks like. Our guide explained the history while we walked, which made it less like we were just gawking and more like we understood what we were looking at. There are bathrooms and small shops along the way if you need them, though cash is better than cards in most places. The whole tour from pickup to drop-off is a half day, so you're back at your hotel with time left in the afternoon.

What’s included

• Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in a private air-conditioned vehicle, a professional bilingual driver and guide, entry to Botero Plaza with its 23 sculptures, cable car ticket, and a stop in Comuna 13 to see the street art and urban escalators.
• All taxes, fees and handling charges are covered.
• You'll have free time at each location to walk around, take photos, and use facilities like bathrooms or grab snacks.
• Just bring cash since not every vendor takes cards.

Options for this experience

3 options

Tours departing at 8 AM and 2 PMGuide in English or Spanish · 08:00 and 14:00Private tour of about 4 hours with hotel pickup and drop-off and a cable car ride, covering Medellin's tourist icons. Travel by private car with air conditioning. Available as morning and afternoon tours, departing at 8 AM and 2 PM. Pickup is included.

City plus Arvi Park upgradeGuide in English or Spanish · 09:00Upgrade to the city and Arvi Park: Leave the concrete city behind and head toward a majestic natural reserve by cable car, taking in wonderful views along the way. Private tour lasting 8 hours, combining a city tour with Arvi Park. Includes a private air-conditioned vehicle and a bilingual guide. Pickup is included.

Pablo Escobar tour of the cityGuide in English or Spanish · 09:00Add Pablo Escobar sights to your Medellin visit for a complete experience, with a private air-conditioned car and a bilingual guide. Lasts 8 hours and takes in Botero Plaza, the cable car, Comuna 13, Monaco, Inflection Park, Barrio Pablo Escobar, Pablo's grave and the rooftop where he died. Private City + Pablo tour with a private car with air conditioning and a bilingual guide. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 09:00 and 14:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (3 and older) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 40 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transport

Operated by Medellin City Services

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want Medellín's main sights in one afternoon without arranging your own transport or buying separate tickets. The guide handles the route and timing, so you just show up at your hotel and get dropped back when it's done.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What time does the tour start?

Multiple departure times are available any day of the week. Exact times are confirmed when you book, based on your hotel location and preference.

Is the cable car ticket really included?

Yes, cable car entry is included in the tour price. No separate ticket purchase needed.

How long is the tour?

It's a half-day tour. Exact duration depends on traffic and time of day, but typically runs 4–5 hours from pickup to drop-off.

Is there time to take photos?

Yes. You have free time at each stop to walk around, take pictures, and visit facilities like bathrooms or cafés.

Should I bring cash or a card?

Bring cash or Colombian pesos. Not all shops and cafés accept credit cards, especially in Comuna 13.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The vehicle and transportation options are wheelchair accessible, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

What if traffic is heavy?

Transfer times are approximate and depend on traffic. Your guide will manage the stops to fit the schedule, but delays can happen during peak hours.