The 10 Full-Day Tours in Medellín That Set the Tone

1.Full Day Guided City Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 204 reviews · 7h 30m · from $57Our pick

Spend 450 minutes touring Medellín with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Visit Inflexión Memorial Park, Pueblito Paisa, downtown, Parques del Río, and Comuna 13, with a Metro and Metrocable ride, Paisa lunch, local ice cream, and a breakdance show. Guides such as Cesar, Oscar, Suly, and Yerson have led past departures.

“The tour was great ! It was very interesting, a lot of historic fact were explained, and were really helpfull to better understand the city. Every places we visited were very different drop each other which allowed us to see the all character of the city. Our guide was very kind as the driver.”

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2.Best Full Day Private Medellin City Tour and Botero´s Plaza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $118Top rated

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide exploring Medellín by vehicle, cable car, and escalators. You’ll see Botero’s sculptures, ride up toward Parque Arví, walk through Comuna 13, and visit the Botanical Garden. Guides have included Fabio, David, Carlos, Albert, and Julian, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

“The car they sent to me broke a few minutes after we left for our tour. We had to be taken back to the hotel. But I need to congratulate Camilo. He quickly found a replacement car and guide and sent them to the hotel. Unfortunately, at that moment, we had already booked another tour (since we didn't have time to waste). These things happen. Camilo and his company did everything to get it fixed. But since we had already gone, they gave us a full refund on Viator. I would recommend this company to anyone who comes to Medellin. We all loved their punctuality and accountability.”

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3.Guatape and Peñol Rock Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $118

Travel by private vehicle from Medellín to Guatapé, Peñol Rock, the dam, and the replica of Old Peñol. Your guide may be Fabio, Juan, Joe, or Elver, with time for lake views, colorful streets, and local history. The tour lasts about eight hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

“The walk to the top of the mountain, country side, boat ride, coffee shop and Guatape square. ……………. Good music”

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4.Guatapé and the rock Full Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $155

Spend 7 to 9 hours with a private guide exploring old Peñol, Guatapé Dam, the colorful Zócalos square, and Peñol Rock. Felipe is one named guide associated with the tour. Wi-Fi transportation, a private group, and rock admission are included. A one-hour VIP boat ride costs extra and must be selected when booking.

“This excursion picked us up at MDE airport at around 10am, and we were off. We traveled to the historical village and learned all about how the dam created guatape lake. We climbed the rock, which gave amazing panoramic views of the unique-to-the-world view. And we had a blast exploring Guatape. At the end of the tour our guide expertly drove us back to drop us at Poblado. If you are looking for a great Guatape experience this is the trip for you!”

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5.Full Day Private Pablo Escobar Tour including Guatape

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $213

Spend about 12 hours with a private driver-guide tracing Pablo Escobar’s Medellín, from Monaco and his grave to a boat view of La Manuela. Then climb Peñol Rock and visit Guatapé. Guides such as Daniel, David, Julio, and Silvio have led this route, with hotel pickup and private transport included.

“We did the private Pablo tour and Guatape with Julio. It was very interesting yet relax. Julio was super Nice and had a lot of knowledge about everything. He was also a lot of fun to hang out with. We had an awesome day. Big thanks Julio. 🙏🏼 Kim and Manu”

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6.Full Day Private Tour to Guatapé and El Peñol

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

Spend 7 to 8 hours with a private bilingual guide visiting a family coffee farm, climbing El Peñol, and walking Guatapé’s colorful streets. Carlos, Laura, or Jaime may guide your group. Private air-conditioned transport and onboard WiFi make this a comfortable choice for seeing three major sights in one day, though lunch costs extra.

“We had a great time on this private tour! Carlos was our tour guide and he was very knowledgeable, accommodating and flexiable. I highly recommend this tour.”

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7.Full-Day Zipline, ATV and Horseback Riding Private Adventure from Medellín

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $360

Leave Medellín at 6:30 a.m. in a private air-conditioned vehicle for ATV riding near Rionegro, a Colombian lunch stop, horseback riding, and a zipline at Arví Natural Reserve. Guides such as David, Luis, Juan, and Steven have earned praise for their care and English skills. Expect a long, active day with some walking.

“There was a fire where the zip line was to take place canceling one of the excursions. The vendor made sure to make things right. Only issue with the excursion was the Atv staled several times on the mountain. Personnel assisted and we continued. This activity is def rain or shine, just be prepared. David was funny.”

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8.Full-Day Mountain Bike Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 6 hours · from $105

Leave Medellín for Antioquia’s quiet countryside on a six-hour mountain-bike trip led in English or Spanish by guides such as Juan, JJ, or Juan Carlos. Expect mostly downhill riding, rough old railway paths, tunnels, waterfalls, bridges, coffee, beer, and a generous traditional lunch.

“we had a great day with JJ and the other guys joining the tour. The river walk was great. Crossing the old railway bridges is a unique experience and the lunch was great. Transfer worked great and without any problems. I can only recommend this day trip.”

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9.Medellin and Guatape Full Day Pablo Escobar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 10 hours · from $145

Follow Pablo Escobar’s story through Medellín with a bilingual guide, visiting Envigado, Edificio Mónaco, La Catedral, his grave, and former homes. Then head to El Peñol and colorful Guatapé for a private boat ride to La Manuela. Guides such as David, Juan, Daniel, and Alberto have led this full, history-heavy day.

“We had a fantastic day on this tour. Our guide Juan was brilliant. The history of Medellin is so interesting yet sad, but it is so amazing to see what a fantastic city it is now. Guatape is where I now want to retire. A really top tour fitting in so much in one day and we had the great knowledge and company of Juan to make it even better”

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10.Full-Day Colonial Towns of Antioquia

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · 8 hours · from $160

Spend eight hours with a bilingual guide in Carmen de Viboral, El Retiro, and San Antonio de Pereira. See ceramic artists at work, taste Colombian coffee, enjoy a typical lunch, admire polished plazas, and sample local sweets. Private transport, hydration, medical assistance, and hotel pickup in El Poblado are included.

“Daniel our guide was exceptional! His energy, knowledge, passion and professionalism was admirable. The way he shared his stories, culture, history and desire to please us made the tour even more special! Daniel’s English is perfect! His tone and speed even greater! Jose was our driver (excellent, respectful and fun) and together, they made a great team! We were glad to take this tour and will consider this company for future tours. Thank you very much for your dedication Daniel and Jose!”

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