Explore the past of the murderous drug lord, Pablo Escobar on a guided tour from Medellin. Visit his grave and former residence, and learn about the detrimental effects his organization had on Colombia.
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- Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
- Duration 4 hours
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- Live tour guide
- English
- Small group
- Limited to 9 participants
Experience
Starting location:
Cra. 37a #8a-74
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Arrive back at:
Cra. 37a #8a-74
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
- Learn the painful and bloody history behind the drug lord Pablo Escobar
- Discover La Catedral, the personal prison that Escobar built for himself
- See the soccer field he built and visit the site of his grave in Itagüí
- Learn about how Escobar tried to ingratiate himself with philanthropic efforts
Tour is in English, Begin your tour by visiting the site of Escobar’s former home, where he hid his family and had enemies plant bombs to kill him. Learn about the transformation of this site into a memorial park for victims of Colombia's drug war. Next, head to “la cathedral”, a jail Escobar built for himself in an agreement with the government, from which he later escaped. Afterward, visit the soccer field Escobar built, known for its visionary design, where he gave speeches in an attempt to make a foray into Colombian politics. To cap things off, make your way to the cemetery, where Escobar is buried along with his family and other members of his gang, including Griselda Blanco.
By the end of the day, leave the tour with a better understanding of the negative impact that Escobar had on the country and the lives of the Colombian people.
- Roundtrip transportation from Park Lleras, Poblado
- Knowledgeable guide
- Entrance to La Catedral
- Entrance to the cemetery
- Insurance
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
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The meeting point is in Lleras Park, in front of Juán Valdez Coffee.
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- Passport
- Camera
- Water
- Comfortable clothes
- Closed-toe shoes
Know before you go
- This tour is only available in English
- La Catedral, the prison Escobar built for himself, is closed on Mondays