C
Amazing!!!
Thank-you so much Toto and Gladys!! The tour was incredibly informative and eye opening. I really enjoyed hearing the history of your communa and how its has transformed over the last 30 years! Highly recommend this tour!
Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Location
- Medellin, Colombia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 315 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Real City Tours
- Meeting point
- We meet at the south exit of the Caribe metro station.
Description
Avoid Tourist Crowds In Medellin: Comuna 4 Dare to go beyond the tourist-packed streets and delve into the heart of Comuna 4, a Barrio that for decades the government did not recognize, where now authenticity thrives and local stories come to life. Our immersive tour is not just a stroll; it's an intimate exploration led by a passionate guide and a local community leader who grew up in the barrio and who calls this vibrant community home. What Sets Us Apart: • Respect: This is not "poverty tourism", quite the opposite, it's an opportunity for locals to show you how proud they are of their barrio. • Experience: We have been running this experience since 2016, amplifying the voice of the locals and the Transformation of Medellin. • Knowledge: We are professional tour guides who have lived abroad, and are not satisfied with over-simplified explanations. We explain the Colombian education system, the health care system, the welfare system, and more.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $35
- Infant (ages 6–11)
- $35
Out at sunset: the 2:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:44 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 47 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our guide and the community ambassador with meet you there and will give you the historical context of the Barrio Moravia, explain its origins in the 60's as an illegal neighborhood and explain one version of the "transformation of Medellin"
Visit La Resistencia de Moravia. Get to know the "other side of the transformation of Medellin" which is the version no one talks about and understand why hundreds of families have resisted for more than a decade the reallocation plan set by the government.
Once deep within the neighborhood, we find a quiet place to sit and talk about the Colombian Health Care and Welfare System. Get to understand why there are so many street vendors and how come if there is a welfare system in place, almost half of Colombians do not have access to it.
Get to see the graffiti dedicated to the most important football (soccer) teams of the city and understand the cultural implications behind this sport in Colombian society.
We sit again and enjoy the shade of the trees in front of Fundación Oasis Urbano where we explore the Education and Strata system in Colombia.
We enjoy the tiniest yet most delicious street empanadas in the whole city!
We get to see the football field of the neighborhood, we talk to the local ambassador and we get to know her story of resilience, resistance and hope.
Together with the community ambassador you will visit the Centro Cultural and learn the powerful story of how this community built such an infrastructure
What's included
Included
Snack
Local community leader
Professional bilingual tour guide
Not included
Hotel pick up / Drop off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
315 reviews
How it compares in Medellín
- Starting price $35 is 65% below the typical $99 for tours of similar length in Medellín
Excurgo comparison of 1,320 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin take?
Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this Medellin experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM.
Does Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin sell out?
It can: 47 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We meet at the south exit of the Caribe metro station. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Comuna 4 Walking Tour Medellin worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 315 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Real City Tours.
Reviews(315)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Authentic, a whole new city feeling
Best tour I did so far in Medellin. I have been here now for 7 days, but today felt like another city. Toto and the lady (forgot her name, both longtime residence of the communa) where the best, entousiastic, eager to answer questions and good talks apart from the tour. It had a real authentic feel, so I hope more people will enjoy the tour, but not to much ;).
E
A truly inspiring experience
This tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Colombia and left a profound mark on our hearts. Toto and Heroina gave us an intimate insight into their community, which has endured decades of adversity and undergone significant transformation. They shared stories of the adversity endured and overcome by people in similar communities, as well as the lasting impact of the actions of various inspiring individuals. If you can only do one tour in this vibrant city, this should be it!
3
Emotionally heightening.
It was very eye opening and interesting. The experience also brings up a lot of emotions. If there is tour you should for sure do. It is this one. It gives back to the community. Thank you soo much for this experience.
N
A special community visit with an important history
This walking tour of the Moravia community in Comuna 4 was inspiring, educational and moving. Toto and Heroina made the history of the (ongoing) transformation of Moravia palpable and deeply human. The knowledge and personal experiences told, as well as the historical frame made it easy to understand how this particular community has grown into existence. Meeting some of those who were there from the beginning was en extra bonus. If you want to learn something else than the typical stories of Medellin, join this tour. Toto speaks very good English and we felt well taken care of the whole tour. A snack break, a visit with Heroinas friend and some curious school kids also made it special. We paid a bit more than the usual ”free but with a tip” tours but knowing that it goes toward the community makes it worth it.
E
Get to know Medellín society
A small community that reflects the social and economic development of Medellín and even Colombia. I deeply admire the resilience of the local people; even in the most difficult times, there are always people who strive not just for themselves, but also for the future of the collective and the community.
I
First commune 4 then commune 13
Do this tour first and then the Comuna 13 tour. Your view will change.
J
Amazing experience
Amazing local experience with local tours
2
Best tour Colombia
It was a very intensive experience. Great tour guide and local cumminity leaders that you meet. Everybody was very nice and was impressive to see how this community preservers and lives.
D
Unique in many ways
Amazing experience. Toto has a breathtaking way of speaking and explaining, and Aroina gave such a warm and unique view because of her own experiences. We are still processing it all. Extremely special experience.
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