We stayed at the Charlie hotel for a couples trip with my husband. Jessica from concierge was great an helped us book the city tour with Camilo. Very comfortable and safe transportation directly from the hotel to the Comuna and other interesting site while allowing you to take in the local public transportation and get a feel for the city. Camilo was very knowledgeable and insightful. We felt we learned a lot from the tour. Definitely recommend.
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- 4Hr Tour
- Guide
- Private insurance
- Pick up or Drop off at your place
- hydration
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Alpujarra This is the Medellin new city hall... where you can see the administrative New Medellin city hall, And can look for the transformation of the medellin colonial buildings ainto a modern ones.
Parque de las Luces Old plaza cisneros, now was transformated...into a park, As a part of medellin downtown transformation and renovation, given a new moder aspect of medellin, As a part of medellin downtown transformation and renovation, given a new moder aspect of medellin.
Estacion Villa This was the Medellin old train station.. Now a beautiful museum, And where you can see few old portraits and information how was the transportation since the 18' hundreds in the city.
Palacio Nacional built between 1924 and 1933.. Now is a historical heritage Of the medellin new transformated city, And where you can enjoy doing some choping too, into this beautiful, building.
Plaza Botero The biggest out door museum in colombia This was donated for a local Artist Fernando Botero to his home town Medellin, As a part of showing the paisa culture and innovation.
Museo Rafael Uribe, old governor's building... converted into a beautiful museum, Where you can enjoy a lot of art, and seen the beautiful view from roof top.
Catedral Metropolitana In 1942 was declared historical monument, of colombia... And it's the biggest cathedral in medellin, Having a lots of religius history, of the paisa culture.
Parque San Antonio Builded in 1993... Fernando botero donated the bird sculpture, as a symbol of freedom from the past old violent Medellin history, And showing the new peaceful city, due to the concience of changing old past.
Pueblito Paisa This is a replica of the old beautiful colonial Medellin town, and represents the history and paisa culture, That is been into a big transformation, and renovation.
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My husband, our 3 did a city tour of Medellín with Sebastian today, and he was exceptional. Sebastian was patient, polite, and professional from the moment we met him. Traveling with a toddler can be unpredictable, but he made everything feel easy. He set a relaxed pace, was mindful of breaks, and kept our little one engaged the whole time. He’s also extremely knowledgeable and informative. We learned so much about Medellín’s history, culture, and hidden spots — he answered every question we had and shared details we never would’ve found on our own. It never felt rushed or like a script; just a natural, thoughtful conversation about the city. If you’re looking for a guide who’s both an expert and genuinely great with families, book Sebastian. He made our day. 5 stars, no hesitation. We’d absolutely tour with him again next time we’re in Colombia. Thank you, Sebastian!
Joshua (John) and our driver were amazing! Very professional. Great English language skills. Very passionate about Medellín and its history. Couldn’t have lucked out more to have them.
What a wonderful way to explore Medellin with Camilo! We had a great day together with our teenage boys who enjoyed the day as well! If you want a really good insight in the city including the history of the city then this private tour is great for families. It is really nice to just be with the family and with Camilo who is a wonderful guide and knows everything we wanted to know.
We did the tour with Camilo, and he brought a lot of color and insight to the most fascinating parts of Medellín. Being born and raised here—and having lived through the Escobar era—added real depth to everything we experienced. Of course, we visited Comuna 13, but we also took the metro and cable car to truly immerse ourselves in the rhythm of daily city life. It was an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone interested in history, remarkable places, and great anecdotes.
Had a wonderful tour of Medellin today! We were picked up at our hotel and dropped back at the hotel at the end of the tour. Our guide was Sebastian and he provided us with a great overview of the history and highlights of the city. Highly recommend this tour! You won’t be disappointed!
Great tour and knowledgeable guide, take this tour! Sebastian was our guide today he was very pleasant and gave good information and was happy to answer any questions. He made us feel at ease and was very accommodating in terms of what we wanted to see and spend time on. He gave us cultural insights, history and local experiences. Great having our own guide without being on a big tour. Highly recommend. Great day out.
Our Medellín city tour was an absolute blast! Our guide, Joshua, was incredible, super knowledgeable, professional, and patient with us. We started our adventure in Comuna 13, then visited the Museo de Pablo Escobar, Downtown Medellin; Parque de Botero, Parque de las Luces, El Museo de Antioquia, and El Palacio de La Cultura. Joshua took us on a journey through time, sharing the rich history of Comuna 13 and how it’s transformed into the vibrant city we know today. I highly recommend taking a private tour with Joshua!
The tour was fantastic. We learned so much and enjoyed all the sights, sounds, and history of such a vibrant city. Would definitely recommend it to everyone wanting to experience Medellin.
This was my second time to medellin..Calimo was and excited tour guide.. Calimo is very very fluent in english , very passionate and knowledgeable about his city..So if your ever in medellin be sure to book with Calimo
Today my husband and I did the city Tour. The weather was in our favor and we got to see some beautiful views, but we also had the opportunity to learn about different area of the city like the history of Comuna 13. Our tour guide Camilo was very knowledgeable was very kind respectful professional and took his time with us. He was patient with us when we wanted to take photos, he actually took some great ones for us. It was really nice! I highly recommend it to anyone visiting for the first time. It is worth it. Nothing beats a private tour! Thank you Camilo for your time and company!
Sebastian was extremely knowledgeable and gave us a guided tour of downtown Medellin and explained the history of the area. We visited many old buildings and parks. We then went out to the Comuna 13 area and explored this area and the history of all the troubles. He’s extremely kind and wonderful guide you will appreciate his kind manner and knowledge.
Had a 4 hour trip with Camilo, who was a real local and so knowledgeable - he really made us feel comfortable throughout. This was the first time we took the option of a private guided tour and it was so worth it as we had such a personal experience and could adapt as we went. The tour includd Comuna 13, which I belive is not usual for most operators and that was a very eye-opening and at times disturbing experience, but it is so good to see a community rise up from such hardship and make the most of what they have. I really encourage you to go there and help out with everything they are doing now. It felt 100% safe and there are some fantastic boutiques and street vendors selling all sorts of funky items. A must visit. Highly recomend this tour if you are in Medellin, ask for Camilo if you can get him.
Two of us did a private city tour with Juan whos friendly and very knowledgeable made for great experience and memorable day out Would highly recommend .
We had a wonderful tour with Camilo. He picked us up from the airport and took us straight to do the tour. He was punctual, attentive, and made sure we got local snacks. He was well informed and was able to answer all our questions. I would highly recommend doing this tour with Camilo!
Joshua was an awesome guide he was so friendly and we had so much fun talking with him. He was so insightful about his city and showed us some amazing spots. Didn’t even feel like we were on a tour, just hanging out. Great city, great culture. Thanks Joshua!
Joshua was our tour guide on a city tour including Communa 13, the cable car and the metro, Joshua was friendly, easy to talk to, gave us an amazing perspective of the city as a local and went out of his way to make us feel welcome and give us a special experience. Thank you Joshua. Highly recommend this tour.
Today, we had an incredible experience exploring Medellín with Jamie as our tour guide. His extensive knowledge of the country and his engaging storytelling made for an unforgettable day. Jamie provided us with a comprehensive history lesson of the city, sharing fascinating insights and answering every question we had with patience and enthusiasm. Our tour included visits to Comuna 13, Plaza Botero, and a city tour, each stop more enlightening than the last. Jamie's passion for the city was evident, and his ability to articulate the complex history and culture of Medellín truly enriched our experience. I've traveled to many places around the world, but this was undoubtedly one of the best day trips I've ever had. I highly recommend Jamie to anyone looking to explore Medellín and gain a deeper understanding of its vibrant history and culture.
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Medellin. Our guide William was very knowledgable and knew exactly how to navigate the craziness of Communa 13 and the surrounding areas. The experience was amazing and I recommend it to anyone who is visiting. William answered all our questions, was very methodical in how the tour was logistically laid out and went above and beyond with the little things to make sure our expectations were exceeded -- insisting we sample specific local exotic fruits, showing us a secret platform for unobstructed views of the Communa, detailed explanations about Botero and his life, the history of Medellin and its evolution into the bustling metropolis it is today...
5 Stars is not enough for our amazing guide Camilo! He was so professional, attentive, thorough… whenever we needed a refreshment, he would stop and get it for us. He took us to his favorite ice cream place. My mom needed help going up the steep hills. He assisted her…we rode the metro cable. Overall, a really great experience.!
Great service! Very friendly snd accommodating. Personalized tour with first hand knowledge. Felt safe the whole time. Pick up and drop off at the hotel and you can pay by credit card. Could not be easier!
Joshua & Erika were excellent guides, they showed me around and gave contextual history about the city that was fascinating. Highly recommend
The tour of Medellín was amazing and Joshua is an excellent guide, very kind, knowledgeable and personable. I would Highly recommend this tour and Joshua in particular. Very safe. We loved it! Thank you
It was amazing experience. Specially with my tur guide Juan patiently showed me interesting places and gave me ple ty information. Very professional! Highly recommended!
We had a great time on our private tour of Medellín with our tour guide Camilo. We learned a lot while seeing different parts of the city - Camilo was kind, informative and tried to keep things fun throughout the tour. This tour is great option to experience some of the culture - but be prepared to walk a lot and uphill. So dress comfy and make sure you wear sneakers! Thanks again Camilo for showing us around your awesome city
We did the Medellín city tour and had Camilo as our guide. He is very friendly, gave us a lot of good info and got us to every point safely - great way to see different parts of the city, learn/experience some of the culture and have some laughs! Would definitely recommend! Thank you again Camilo
My tour guide Joshua went above and beyond giving me even more information than what was planned on the tour. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a more personal experience rather than a large group!
Incredible 5-star tour! Our guide Camilo in Medellín was super informative, polite, and made us have a spectacular time getting to know the different areas of the city.
Our Guide Sabastian was very friendly and the tour was very interesting and we could tomat many photos and videos. I recommend this tour💯 Experience 10/10
We did very well with the guide.. Yoshua. Very nice person attentive and great talk. The time you give is excellent and has all the patience. Highly recommended
We did the tour with Camilo, and he brought a lot of color and depth to the most fascinating parts of Medellín. Because he was born and raised here – and experienced the Escobar period himself – that gave extra value to everything we experienced. Of course we visited Comuna 13, but we also travelled by metro and cable car to really be part of everyday life in the city. It was a great experience that I would recommend to anyone interested in history, special places and wonderful anecdotes.
We had an excellent experience with Camantours. Jon was very friendly and made us feel at home from the get-go. In just one day, he managed to take us to the most interesting and representative points of Medellin. A passionate, professional guide with a great knowledge of the city!
Excellent attention from Camilo to see the tour options. Once on the city tour Joshua was our guide and is the best! Explains everything perfectly, is friendly and very attentive
Nice trip, seen a lot. Driver Carlos has a lot to say. Lunch possible on the way. At your own expense. We invited driver.
We had to go with the guide Jhony, excellent service, throughout the tour we talked about the history of Medellin and its most iconic places, always watching that we were having a good time
We stayed last Thursday in Medellin and had the opportunity to meet Camilo. It gave us a welcome quality to Medellin and showed us the city with great enthusiasm and friendliness. The tour to the commune and the city is fully recommended to separate 5-6 hours of your stay... Do not hesitate to contact Camilo, it guarantees warmth, security and good treatment.
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