Top Medellín Day Trips

Escape metropolitan Medellin in favor of Guatapé (Pueblo de Zocalos), home to the magnificent Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol) on a full-day tour from the City of Eternal Spring. As well as ascending the 742 steps leading to the summit of Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol), you’ll explore the colorful streets of Guatapé and the famous Guatapé Zocalos as well as an exclusive boat tour of Guatapé Lake. Typical Antioquian lunch is included in the tour.

GUATAPE GASTRONOMIC TOUR Traveling is living, and we all want to know not only the places but also the characteristic flavors of each destination. YOU IMAGINE? Tour one of the most beautiful wonders of the world LA PIEDRA DEL PEÑOL while you learn about the history, culture and delight yourself with the main flavors of the region, experience GUATAPE AND LA PIEDRA DEL PEÑOL like never before, enjoy 7 tastings at different stops in the route. Unique in the market, Two Tours in One Get to know the history of Antioquia Gastronomy and Live Guatape like never before.

Here you will get the most complete tour to the magical Guatapé, where you will have the opportunity to see the impressive Piedra del Peñol. This tour lasts for a full day and we will start from the city of Medellín. This is the perfect opportunity for you to get to know the most beautiful landscapes in the country, climb 742 steps to reach the top of the Stone, or walk through the traditional streets of the town. You can also navigate Lake Guatapé on a boat, there you will see the country's celebrity vacation homes, and the ruins of Pablo Escobar's old house.

Focus on the life and times of Pablo Escobar and the Comuna 13 on this private tour of Medellin. Booking a private tour means you'll get personalized attention and you can enjoy a flexible itinerary, moving at your own pace through the attractions. You'll have plenty of time to ask questions of your guide regarding the city's history, culture, architecture, and arts.

Comuna 13 is currently the most visited site in all of Medellin and our company has the title of those qualified to make this tour. What does the tour include? - Local guide in Spanish or English, - Delicious Church Empanadas - Patacon with Hogao - Sausages - Mango ice cream with salt and lemon - Visit the neighborhood with the most graffiti in all of Medellin. (We will know the history behind many of these graffiti), - Visit the escalators of Comuna 13, - Visit an art gallery in Comuna 13, - Artistic Shows in Comuna 13 We will also go to a viewpoint where the entire city of Medellín is displayed, - Visit Independencia 2: this is another place full of graffiti and history, Learn about the history of the largest urban mass grave in the world, which is in Commune 13.

Feel the rush at the highest, longest zipline in Colombia. Stop off at the magnificent El Tequendamita waterfalls on your way to Cascada Salto Del Buey. Sail through the skies for 2,200 feet past five different waterfalls as you cross between mountains. Hike up to the most picturesque waterfall before climbing an adventurous Ferrata trail (Optional) right next to the waterfall for the ultimate adrenaline rush.

We want to inspire anyone who wants to be aware of our experiences being part of the Colombian beauty. You will arrive at the place where the events will take place, you will know the beautiful path of our cloud forests, waterfalls and rivers. The idea of this experience is to connect with the pacha mama (nature), enter where pumas, tigrillos, opossums, orchids and birds live, especially the cacique candela and many other species that inhabit this natural reserve, just 40 minutes from the Medellin city. The time and starting point is at 9:00 AM at Yolo Hostel located in Provence Crr 32D # 7A- 77 we will go by private vehicle to the sandy areas that is the starting point of the ecological walk, we will be back at Yolo Hostel, at approximately 15:00 PM. Other highlights includes transportation snacks insurance remember to wear comfortable clothes

Combine visits to Guatape Rock and a local coffee farm in a single day tour from Medellin. With a guide in the lead and transportation included, this multi-stop tour is stress-free, creating a much easier and more in-depth experience than doing these activities on your own. Learn about the traditions of Zocalos and the story of the old flooded town in Guatape, then head to the coffee farm to see the process and taste the brew.

Get a taste of Colombian culture with this full-day small-group guided tour from Medellin, Colombia. Learn about the entire coffee-making process on a working coffee farm. Climb to the top of the famous Guatape rock for views of the surrounding countryside. And explore the cobblestone streets of the town of Guatape to learn about the area's history and culture.

Explore the rise and fall of the notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar during this 4- to 8-hour excursion (duration depends on the option selected) to his former hangouts in Medellín. See the lavish high-rise complex where Escobar once rubbed-shoulders with Colombia’s elite. Then learn about the mysterious circumstances of December 1993, when this elusive criminal finally met his end. Was he shot by the authorities, or did he commit suicide? Finish your Escobar-themed trip by paying your respects at his grave site. Your Pablo Escobar trip is private and also includes a professional guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Learn all about coffee and its production on a full-day tour to San Sebastián de Palmitas from Medellin. Don the clothes of a traditional coffee worker and see what a typical day is like. Then sample various coffee drinks and snacks from the local area before sitting down to a delicious lunch to complete your immersive experience.

Immerse yourself in the world of Colombian coffee on this small-group tour from Medellin. Get out of the city and take in the beauty of the surroundings; you can focus on enjoying it instead of worrying about driving and directions since all private transportation is included. Learn about the process of coffee-making at an organic coffee farm, from bean to cup, and taste some samples of different brews.

Discover the beautiful natural surroundings of Medellin with a roughly 2-hour horseback ride, this duration might vary depending on the speed of the group but in distance the ride is 6.5 miles (10.4Km). Your trained guides will accompany you during the tour. The routes provide incredible views and a safe, enjoyable experience.

Exploring Medellin by bike means access to hidden back roads, quiet parks, and viewpoints, but local knowledge is essential for finding a safe and fun route through the city. Join a local guide for a Medellin bike tour that includes colorful neighborhoods, stops for drinks and snacks, and plenty of photo breaks along the way.

Get an insider’s look at the life of notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar during this 4- to 5-hour private excursion in Medellin. Learn the true stories behind this mythical figure from a local expert, visiting key locations like the soccer field he built for the community, the house where he was murdered on the roof, and the cemetery where he’s buried, plus much more.

Learn about the coffee production process from bean to cup on this half-day tour. Enjoy the scenery as you ride from Medellin to El Poblado, then sample delicious Colombian coffee as you discover the production stages including planting, depulping, fermenting, roasting, and grinding. Tour the coffee farm and try picking some of the beans yourself.

Discover sites significant to the life and times of Pablo Escobar on a private tour that covers the cemetery where he’s buried, the rooftop on which he was assassinated, and the neighborhoods that were affected most by his reign. This private tour comes with the undivided attention of your private guide.

Make your journey to or from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport smooth and stress-free with a private arrival or departure transfer. You'll be able to skip the hassle of long lines at the taxi rank and the stress of navigating unfamiliar public transport systems. And, you'll be picked up or dropped off directly at your accommodation, instead of having to wait for multiple other travelers to reach their destination.

Experience a day in the life of the Colombian countryside on this tour of a coffee farm in San Sebastian de Palmitas, just 45 minutes from Medellin. Learn about the origin of coffee and how it's traditionally harvested, roasted, and prepared—taste a cup for yourself along with a popular snack. Then, take a horseback ride up to a vista point in the mountains before heading back to Medellin.

Avoid the hassle of arranging a taxi after your flight by booking a one-way transfer service between Medellin’s Jose María Cordova Airport (MDE) and your hotel or vacation rental. Your driver or a representative will be waiting for you after you arrive so you won't have to worry about waiting around. All fees are included, from tolls to tips.

Learn the history behind the fiction, on this tour we will visit the most representative places that had a relationship with the famous Pablo Escobar. There you will be able to learn a little about the history of this character and how his actions generated a mark in Colombia due to his harmful actions.⁣ ⁣ You will have the opportunity to tour representative neighborhoods where he had his office, illuminated and created sports fields, the Inflexion Park, where the old Monaco building was located and the Montesacro Cemetery, the pantheon where his remains rest, those of his cousin and right hand man and the most iconic characters in history where you and yours will be able to relive part of the narrative of those dark years. ⁣We will end the tour at the Pablo Escobar Museum, the cove house belonging to this drug trafficker in the 80s and you will have the option of accessing this emblematic place on your own or taking photographs of what a home that was owned by the boss looks like.

Immerse yourself in the culture and art of Medellin's Communa 13 on this urban tour. Join a group and travel with a dedicated guide, who answers all your questions about the colorful neighborhood and its transformation. Learn about the vibrant street art and graffiti, take plenty of great photos, and how love, hope, life, resistance, and resilience have shaped the district. In the end, receive a gift of gourmet coffee from a local brand.

Enjoy a private tour of Guatape from Medellin. Tour the colorful streets of this colonial town and climb the Rock of Peñol for stunning views of the surrounding area. Cross the reservoir on a boat tour and visit Pablo Escobar’s former mansion, La Manuela; the town of Zócalos; and a charming church in Marinilla. Tour includes breakfast, lunch, travel insurance, transport, and entrance fees.