Medellin Up Close Tours on Pablo Escobar: The Horror of the Narco War
Medellín de Cerca’s tours about Pablo Escobar do not praise or promote crime.
The phenomenon of Pablo Escobar and the Medellin Cartel should not be hidden,
but understood!
We do not praise or promote crime.
We analyze the history and reflect on the causes, context and consequences of drug trafficking, violence and corruption in Colombia.
Uncensored
We assume an independent journalistic approach, without limiting ourselves to the official versions, nor to the biases of the media, nor to the particular feelings and interests of people close to the head of the Medellín Cartel.
We seek objectivity
We address different points of view and different versions, so that the tourist can identify the lessons that should be learned from drug trafficking and the narco-war, on the principles of objectivity and neutrality.
Medellín de Cerca offers different tours about Pablo Escobar
The subject of Pablo Escobar and the Medellin Cartel is broad, deep and complex. Choose the most appropriate program, according to your interest and time availability.
Essential tour (private)
Basic and more traditional tour. You will visit some of the places that marked Escobar’s life, you will learn about the main anecdotes and historical moments.
Tour in the south (private)
The southern tour visits the territory most controlled by Escobar in the city. It includes a guided visit to the former La Catedral Prison and the tomb where he lies.
Tour in the north (private)
The northern tour visits sites related to Escobar’s beginnings in crime, his victims and the place of his death. It includes places that have been little explored until now.
Low cost tour (shared)
It focuses on the transformation of the city of Medellín after the era of the Medellín Cartel. Addresses issues such as violence reduction and social innovation.
Real moments with our users
Gift
Book any of our private tours and you will receive a copy of our book Medellín up close for the group. LIMITED TIME OFFER (terms and conditions apply).
Medellín up close is the most beautiful and complete collection book and tourist guide about the city. This work was awarded by the Colombian Ministry of Culture. Its retail price in tourist sites and bookstores in the country is COP ($) 59,900.