More Than Escobar Tour Medellín – History, Economics & Impact (English)

This tour is conducted entirely in English.

This is not a Pablo Escobar tour.

The More Than Escobar Tour is designed to help you understand the broader context of Medellín’s drug war — beyond the figure of Pablo Escobar.

Through history, economics, and social impact, this experience explores how the drug trade shaped Colombia and why its effects are still relevant today.

What makes this tour different:

• Focus on systems, not glorification
• Covers historical, economic, and social dimensions
• Led by professional guides with deep local knowledge
• Designed as an educational experience

Topics include:

• The origins of the drug trade
• Coca cultivation and global demand
• The economic structure behind trafficking
• Social consequences and victims

Important:

• This is a tip-based experience
• Contributions are voluntary at the end of the tour
• Duration: approximately 2.5 to 3 hours

Event venue & nearby stays

Linear park La Frontera - east entrance, Calle 18 Sur, Medellín, Colombia

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