We Don’t Talk About Pablo: Untold Narcos Story and Transformation

By Impulse Travel

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Features

Free cancellation available
4h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the real story behind the narco era on this 4-hour historical tour through Medellin. Go beyond the dramatization seen in popular TV shows, and uncover the untold narratives that shaped Colombia's past, present, and future. This tour dives deep into the multiple perspectives of local residents, highlighting how Medellin has not only survived its dark times but also transformed into a resilient city. Learn about the socio-political factors that supported its rebirth, and how the cocaine boom shaped everything from politics to fashion.

Activity location

Medellin
- Medellin, Colombia, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Medellin
- Medellin, Colombia, Colombia

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We Don't Talk About Pablo

4h
English

Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

$250.63 x 1 Adult$250.63

Total

Until Wed, Oct 29

What's included, what's not

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Snacks
Cable-car and tram tickets
Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
Entry tickets
Optional tips and gratuities
Unspecified food and beverages
Personal expenses

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour does not pretend to put Escobar as a leader. The intention of this tour is to educate our visitors about the true and complete history and provide a vision of the present of Colombia.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes.

Activity itinerary

Medellin

1h

Start your journey with hotel pick-up in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan, heading to the heart of Medellin’s history. This tour is not the typical Pablo Escobar tour. Instead, it offers a fresh perspective, grounded in real facts and context. Understand how the narcotrafficking era emerged, how it continues to affect Colombia today, and the incredible resilience and social transformation that has helped Medellin heal.

Museo Casa de la Memoria

1h
Admission ticket included

Next, take the cable car to Comuna 8 and ride the tram to the Museum of Memory, an institution dedicated to telling the true story of Colombia’s past. Interactive exhibits give you insight into the impacts of narcotrafficking on Colombian society, revealing stories of struggle and resilience from multiple voices.

Parque Memorial Inflexion

2h
Admission ticket included

Explore significant landmarks such as the Parque de la Inflexion, which stands as a memorial to the victims of the narco wars. Walk through the neighborhood, visiting stops that highlight different perspectives of Medellin's transformation. From El Pinal to Ayacucho, you’ll experience how Medellin has become internationally known for its social renewal and ongoing efforts to combat the effects of its violent past.

Location

Activity location

Medellin
- Medellin, Colombia, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Medellin
- Medellin, Colombia, Colombia

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