This tour is for those travelers that love to explore and discover a city's real life and culture walking through it's streets, like the average local, but hate walking behind big groups of turists each one with their own speed.
We'll pick you up on a private and comfortable transportation, drive towards the center, park close by and start our walking tour.
Pickup included
We'll start at PARQUES DEL RIO, this place represents a transformative urban development project aimed at revitalizing the city's riverbanks and enhancing the quality of life for its residents. By reclaiming and beautifying the banks of the Medellín River, the project not only improves the city's urban beauty but also creates valuable public spaces for recreation, relaxation, and community engagement. These green spaces offer a respite from the urban hustle and bustle, providing opportunities for residents to connect with nature and each other in the heart of the city. The importance of Parques del Río extends beyond mere beautification; it symbolizes Medellín's commitment to sustainable urban development and environmental equilibrium. Moreover, the revitalization of the riverbanks enhances biodiversity and promotes ecological balance, fostering a healthier urban ecosystem for both humans and wildlife. We'll have a short walk around the park absorbing the atmosphere.
We'll head to "CENTER OF MEDELLÍN" just a couple of minutes away, where we'll see the Alpujarra Administrative Center, a prominent administrative and governmental complex located in the heart of Medellín, Colombia. It serves as a hub for various public institutions, Palaca of Justice, government and municipality offices, making it an essential part of the city's administrative infrastructure, the complex includes public spaces and monuments that add to its cultural and historical significance. Notably, there is a square named Plaza de la Libertad and the Old Train Station, symbol of the region's prosperity. We'll park here, an begin our walk through the city's center, we'll visit these outstanding monuments and understand their background.
We'll cross the street towards PARQUE DE LAS LUCES, is a prominent public space located in the heart of Medellín, a symbol of the city's transformation and revitalization efforts, showcasing its commitment to urban renewal and social development. The park holds significant cultural and historical importance for the city. It was built to honor the victims of violence in Medellín and to serve as a space for reflection and remembrance of the city's main market center. Beyond its artistic and symbolic elements, Parque de las Luces serves as a vibrant community space where residents gather for cultural events, concerts, strikes and social gatherings. We'll take some nice pictures and begin our walk through Carabobo street, a bustling street full of life and commerce.
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
We offer the pick up if your hotel is in El Poblado o Laureles or areas inside Medellín, if you're located outside Medellín, we'll meet at Poblado Park.