Botero Walking Tour
Embark on a 3-hour tour delving into Medellín and Colombia through the lens of renowned artist Fernando Botero. Begin at the Museum of Antioquia, housing a vast collection of his iconic works. Stroll through Plaza de Botero, adorned with his bronze sculptures, then explore Parque Berrío's vibrant local life. Conclude at San Antonio Park, reflecting on the poignant Pájaro de Paz sculpture. Let our guide assist with your next steps, whether it's returning to your hotel or continuing your exploration.
Description
On this 3-hour tour, you will get the chance to learn about Medellín and Colombia through the life and work of the famous Colombian contemporary artist Fernando Botero, while you walk downtown Medellín.
The tour will start at the Museum of Antioquia, a place that has one of the largest collections of Botero’s artwork in the world. You will be able to appreciate his unique artistic style internationally known for his subject’s proportional exaggerations and distortions. These exaggerations are the representation of his humor, irony, and criticism. Accompanied by a professional tour guide, you will walk through the Museum that holds 108 of his famous paintings.
Medellín is the birthplace of this fantastic and remarkable artist, so it is no wonder to find his sculptures and work all around the city. More than 90 sculptures of the artist are displayed around the “City of Eternal Spring.” The next stop will be at the Plaza de Botero, a fascinating open-air exhibition of bronze sculptures, designed as a renovation program for the area in 2004. They were placed there intentionally for people to interact with Botero’s art.
Next, you will walk at Parque Berrío, the epicenter of local life in Medellín. Nearby, you will see the frescos from Pedro Nel Gómez, a Colombian artist, sculptor, and engineer of the mid 20th century. In his frescos, Gómez depicts the history of the development of Medellín in his unique style.
Finally, you’ll go to San Antonio Park where you will get the chance to see the Pájaro de Paz (the Bird of Peace) a sculpture blown up by the FARC in 1995, killing many innocent people. Botero then donated an exact undamaged bronze replica of the bird but insisted that the exploded statue remained at the plaza as a memorial statue with the names of the victims carved on its base. As soon as you finish at San Antonio Park, the guide can help you sort out transportation back to your hotel, to your next destination, or to a recommended place to take lunch nearby.
Included
- Bilingual Guide
- Snack
- Entrance to the Museo de Antioquia
Important information
Meeting point: Museum of Antioquia, Cl. 52 #52-43, La Candelaria, Medellín, La Candelaria, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Cancellation policies
This experience can be cancelled up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund.
