Private Half-Day Pablo Escobar Godfather Tour in Medellin

Highlights

Private tour with morning and afternoon start times
Tour upgrade includes a visit to Escobar's “jail” in the mountains
Hotel pickup and drop-off from certain parts of Medellin is included

Summary

After being picked up at your Medellin hotel (in El Poblado and Laureles areas only), begin your private tour with a guide, exploring the Colombian city through the life of drug kingpin Pablo Escobar. Stop at the church where Escobar sought “blessings” for the bullets his cartel planned to use, plus other sights including the house where he was murdered and the cemetery where he’s buried. Plus, along the way, snack at one of Escobar’s favorite eateries. Choose the tour upgrade and visit La Catedral, a vacation home that served as Escobar’s makeshift jail after he surrendered in 1991. He escaped authorities in 1992 and died in a shootout in 1993. At the end of the tour, get dropped off at your Medellin hotel.

Tour info

Duration

3 hours - 5 hours

Why take this tour?

Explore the world of infamous drug trafficker Pablo Escobar during this private guided tour in Medellin. Hear stories about the man who formed the Medellin Cartel and was known as one of the most powerful criminals in the world. The tour takes you to significant locations from his life, including the cemetery where he’s buried.

What’s included?

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Entry/Admission - Cementerio Jardines Montesacro
Entry/Admission - Parque de Sabaneta
Entry/Admission - Envigado
Food and drinks
Lunch
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 3-5 hours
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

We at Medellin Travels take pride in being the only tour company selected by our local government to work in a pilot enabling the proper protocol and management of covid 19 for our staff and International guests. We're also the only company utilizing a new product that eradicates covid in seconds.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Medellin Travels

About operator:

We are a professional tour company comprised of native guides who are completely fluent in English and Spanish. Our tours include the beauty and splendor of the colonial town of Sante Fe de Antioquia, the great rock of El Penol, considered the best view of the world, Guatape, Jardin, the magnificent Rio Claro Jungle River, the sculptures of maestro Fernando Botero in downtown, metro, aerial cable cars, Arvi Park, food tours, the charming town of El Pueblito Paisa with panoramic views, Envigado, Sabaneta, and the "Real" Pablo Escobar tour narrated by insiders.