Colombia Street Art Tours: Our Top 15

1.Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour, Cable Car & Street Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9,046 reviews · 4 hours · from $18Our pick

Travel from Poblado by metro, cable car, and bus to Comuna 13. With guides such as Natalia, Santiago, Martin, or Melina, you’ll learn the neighborhood’s story through murals, coffee, music, dance, arepas, and mountain views. The four-hour tour costs $18 and includes transport, food, and one drink.

“Santiago was the best, he has a big knowledge of the whole place and its history! The whole tour was really good, would totally recommend it!”

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2.Medellín: Comuna 13 Tour with Snacks And Your Own Graffiti

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 311 reviews · 3 hours · from $11Best value

Spend three hours in Comuna 13 with local guides such as Lucho, Esteban, or Enrique. Hear personal stories, visit art galleries, watch breakdancing, taste empanadas and ice cream, meet a guide’s family, enjoy hillside views, and spray your own graffiti.

“Great tour with lots of historical information about the comuna. The snacks were very tasty (and I’m a picky eater). Great guide as well.”

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3.Bogotá: La Candelaria Graffiti & Urban Art Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 250 reviews · 2h 30m · from $16

Walk La Candelaria with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, learning how artists such as 3 Manos, Ledania, Bastardilla, and Wosnan use walls to discuss identity, politics, and Colombia’s past. The 150-minute route includes La Concordia Market, Journalist’s Park, and coca leaf tea at Café Herencia.

“Very informative, lovely walk through Bogota, and Gerard was very knowledgeable and patient with the tour group.”

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4.Medellín: Comuna 13 and Graffiti Guided Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 239 reviews · 3 hours · from $16

Walk Comuna 13 with local guides such as Christian, Juan, or Alex, hearing personal stories, seeing murals and galleries, visiting quieter alleys, watching street dance, tasting traditional ice cream, and ending near 20 de Julio after three lively hours.

“our tour was amazing! Juan, our guide, was very detailed with his explanations about the area history. luckily, we only had 3 in our group, so felt more like a private tour. Definitely our favorite tour in Medellin so far. Thanks!”

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5.Historical Shared Tour Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance in Cali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $14Top rated

Walk central Cali with a certified Spanish-speaking guide such as Cristian or Juliana, visiting salsa landmarks, street art, cultural buildings, and the Cali River. Expect local history, simple dance steps, instruments, bar tips, and a final stop at Cimarrón Salsa Bar. Food and drinks cost extra.

“Cristian was an incredible guide—warm, personable, and so much fun! He gave us a crash course in salsa history (plus some “salsa survival skills” 😆), and showed us Cali’s vibrant street art scene. What stood out most was his thoughtful explanation of how music, dance, and art serve as forms of unarmed resistance and empowerment for the community. The combination of rhythm, creativity, and social impact made this tour one of the highlights of our trip. A must-do in Cali!”

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6.Medellín: Private Comuna 13 Street Art Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 88 reviews · 5 hours · from $63

Spend five hours with a bilingual private guide exploring Poblado, downtown Medellín, and Comuna 13. Learn the meaning behind the murals, ride the cable car, meet local residents, hear personal stories from guides such as Manuel and Luis, and try a traditional mango ice pop.

“Easily one of the best tour experiences we had in Medellín. Our guide was outstanding - warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about sharing the story of Comuna 13. Walking through the neighbourhood where he grew up gave the tour an authentic and personal feel. His insight and honesty made the history come alive. We left feeling informed, welcomed, and inspired. Couldn’t recommend this experience enough. A brilliant guide and a brilliant person.”

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7.Medellín: Comuna 13 Tour with Spray Painting and ice cream

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $12

Walk Comuna 13 with guides such as Diego, Ari, Chispa, Greys, or Majo, learning how the neighborhood changed through art and community action. Visit galleries, ride the famous electric stairways, watch dance or rap, paint graffiti, enjoy ice cream, and return to the starting point in about three hours.

“The street churros and maracu mango were amazing! The tour guide Diego was very knowledgeable about the history of Comuna 13. The tour was worth every penny and we even left w/gifts. My only concern was and is for the elderly who wish to come. Steps do vary in size and the tour involves steep inclines and declines presenting high fall risk and over exertion issues.”

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8.Fun Graffiti Workshop: The Art of Aerosol and Color

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $58

Learn Bogotá’s spray-paint basics at Ocio Gallery with an artist such as Cali, also known as TET, or Diego. Create a graffiti name, practice dots and lines, then paint a 3D throw-up on a shared wall. The two-hour class includes supplies and a cultural house visit.

“I was very impressed both by the artist who led this workshop and by the gallery (OCIO) where it was hosted. The workshop started with a chance to explore the gallery, which is full of amazing prints by an array of Colombian artists. They also sell a line of printed clothing - really interesting work, and a chance to take home an exceptional souvenir. (If you don't take the workshop, you could still have a super visit to the gallery, which is close to the La Perseverancia Market and lots of eating options.) The grafitti workshop took place in a courtyard behind the building, with walls covered by experiments and…”

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9.Graffiti Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $43

Spend about three hours walking La Candelaria with a private guide such as Luis, Myra, or Daniel. Learn how Bogotá’s graffiti reflects politics, identity, and daily life, visit Chorro de Quevedo, taste local tea, and use hotel or airport pickup for an easier outing.

“Luis was excellent, very informative and personable. During COVID times, it was awesome that it was just the three of us! Luis provided great information and recommendations! The history and explanations he provided were ingrained in our heads to the point that we were educating other tourist that we met. The fact that Luis spoke English was a definite plus for us. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Bogota!”

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10.2-Hours Street Art Walking Tour in Medellin Comuna 13

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Walk Comuna 13 with a local guide for about 2.5 hours, seeing bold street art, hillside views, and the famous outdoor escalators. Johan Giraldo provides the experience, with groups capped at 10 people. The tour begins and ends in El Danubio, San Javier.

“It's an awesome tour. Joe is so knowledgeable about the area and the art. The vibe in this area is so energizing.”

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11.Shared Tour Cali’s Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 2h 30m · from $13

Walk through central Cali with Beyond Colombia guides such as Christian, also known as Chris, to connect salsa with African emancipation, popular culture, protest, and street art. Visit the Plazoleta de la Caleñidad, Calle del Pecado, the River Boulevard, World Cup Tunnel, 5th Avenue, and the N21 victims mural.

“Christian was an excellent guide! He’s clearly passionate about salsa, Cali’s history, and connecting with people :) It was a long tour but it flowed smoothly and Chris was open to setting whatever place we wanted. I would absolutely recommend this tour if you’re interested in learning what Cali is truly all about.”

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12.Graffiti Tour comuna 13 and cable car (made by local guides)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 3 hours · from $33

Meet Laura, Samuel, Jonathan, or another local guide at San Javier Metro for a three-hour Comuna 13 tour. Ride the cable car, explore Independence neighborhoods, see murals and performances, try a graffiti activity, visit the 3D House, and hear how the community changed after years of conflict.

“Our guide, Samuel, was amazing - very knowledgeable, kind and patient. Walking through Comune 13, appreciating its complicated and sad history, seeing the changes were all really wonderful. We stopped for delicious ice lollipops, and amazing coffee. I recommend you try the cold and refreshing lemon coffee. There are many steps to climb, both up and down. Take your time. Seeing the many artists perform was great. It is important to understand their role in transforming Comune 13. The moving escalators are a great experience. The cable car is worth doing. If you can, do it both during the day and at night. These experiences are vastly different and worth…”

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13.Bogotá: Graffiti Tour el mejor recorrido de arte urbano

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 41 reviews · 2 hours · from $13

Meet at Parque de los Periodistas for a two-hour English walking tour through Bogotá’s graffiti scene. Guides such as Lifred, Ivonne, Luis, and Giovanni explain artists, techniques, protest art, and Colombian history while pointing out details easy to miss alone.

“The tour was great! We really enjoyed it. The guide told us many interesting things, pointed out great details, and answered all of our questions. This tour should definitely be on your must-visit list. A special thanks to our guide, Lifted!”

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14.History and Street Art Tour in Comuna 13

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $12

Walk Comuna 13 with Sergio, a local guide raised in the neighborhood, and hear how it changed from a troubled district into a center of art and community life. You’ll see the electric stairs, interpret murals, visit less-touristed corners, and enjoy local ice cream. Spanish tours may be led by Evelyn.

“We were recommended this organization for the comuna 13 tour and they did not disappoint. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and grew up in the area. We learned so much and the tour was safe, fun, and interesting. This is a must do!”

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15.Commune 13, Graffitour street food. History.All inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $25

Spend three hours exploring Comuna 13 by cable car, public bus, and foot. A local guide such as Sebastián, Luis, or Manuela explains the neighborhood’s past, graffiti, hip-hop culture, and renewal. The tour includes the escalators, art areas, viewpoints, and mango ice cream.

“Great experience, Sebastian was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable and fun to spend time with. His recommendations for Medellín were great too. Highly recommend”

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