Private Pablo Escobar, Pueblito Paisa and Medellin City Tour
Experience three incredibly exciting private tours with one expert guide. The tour includes a full city tour, including the Botero statues, colonial churches, downtown, metro, metro cable, Pueblito Paisa. There is also the Pablo Escobar segment which includes the Monaco building, where the Cali Cartel bombed his private residence, the house where the Godfather was murdered, and the cemetery where he is buried in the outskirts of Medellin.
Also included is Griselda Blanco´s grave (The Godmother of Cocaine) and Pablo´s cousin and right hand Gustavo Gaviria´s site as well.
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.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Acevedo Cra.63 #103g-86 Medellin, Castilla, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia
You will be transported to the metro station where you will enjoy a smooth cable ride along with pleasant views of the city, the river, and of the Andes mountains that surround the valley.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Spain Park Library Santo domingo Savio, Cl. 107a #Cra 33B # 107A-100, Santo Domingo Savio I, Medellín, Popular, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Walk with your professional tour guide to the look out point in The Santo Domingo Neighborhood, meet the locals, experience how they live and take a look at the old Santo Domingo Savio library. a modern edifice that was donated by the King of Spain and it's now under remodeling. Delight your eyes with breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria, Calle 50 49 112, Medellin 050012 Colombia
Walk inside this magnificent colonial church located in downtown Medellin close to Berrios Park and Plaza Botero.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Plaza Botero, Medellin Colombia
Stop in Downtown Medellin, where you will be mesmerized by the magnificent sculptures of maestro Fernando Botero, one of the world's most renowned sculptors. Bring a good camera, because your guides have taken photography courses and will be delighted to take postcard perfect images of you embracing these large sculptures for your memories.
From here we continue on foot to really feel the vibe of the downtown area and experience rich historical content from certified guide, regarding old colonial churches, plazas, the stunning cultural palace, and much more.
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Museo de Antioquia, Calle 52 #52-43, Medellin Colombia
The museum of Antioquia is located inside Plaza Botero, we'll walk around the museum and guests can take photos outside the museum
Pass By: Rafael Uribe Uribe Palace of Culture, Carrera 51 52a 01, Medellin 050012 Colombia
Continue on foot enjoying the stunning cultural palace known for having a Neo Gothic architecture unique in the city.
Stop At: Iglesia de la Veracruz, Cll. 51 No. 52-58, Medellin 050010 Colombia
This small colonial church is unique in downtown and well known for being one of the first churches during the Spanish colonial period.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Parque Berrío, La Candelaria, Medellin, La Candelaria, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia
Parque Berrio has been one of the main parks in downtown Medellin. Political manifestations, local markets informal vendors have been using this park since the foundation of Medellin.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: La America, Medellín, La América, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia
Visit Los Olivos neighborhood where you'll learn the true story behind Pablo's death. Visit the last house where he lived and the rooftop where he died.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Pueblito Paisa, Tunel av nutibara, Medellin 050030 Colombia
The gorgeous, picturesque town of El Pueblito Paisa in central Medellin is next on the list. This delightfully charming town is reminiscent of how Medellin looked in the past. You'll experience captivating views of the city from the top. The town contains a lovely little church, a charming museum, cute shops with handcrafted items.
Taste succulent, exquisite cuisines as you break for lunch or a snack in one of the many restaurants with savory Paisa dishes from the region (At your own expense).
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cementerio Jardines Montesacro, Carrera 42 25 51, Itagui 055413 Colombia
Last, you will be presented with some exhilarating real life events of the Godfather Pablo Escobar, who went from being a common car thief to being the second richest man during his lifetime, only second to the Sultan of Brunei. Revered by many who saw him as the Colombian Robin Hood who built hospitals, churches, soccer fields, schools, and a barrio for under privileged, impoverished people and hated by many rivals such as the Cali Cartel and Los Pepe's. There are mixed feelings, myths, and opinions regarding the Godfather of the Medellin Cartel. Only the top guides, experts in the subject matter, will reveal "real" information and some stories that you won't hear elsewhere. They will convey and furnish you facts in a non-biased manner, enabling you to formulate your own opinion and perception.
Duration: 20 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Dress code is smart casual"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 6 To 7 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up customers in main hotels of El Poblado and Laureles. For guests staying outside the city or in municipalities such as Envigado, Itagüí, Bello, Sabaneta, Caldas etc a meeting point will be given in El Poblado.
Meeting point: outside The Charlee Hotel
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.
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.