Private tour: The Art of Botero - Cultural experience Medellin -Antioquia museum
Description
Fernando Botero - literally Colombia`s most famous artists and a reference of the Latin American Art scene. His iconic style of paintings and sculptures, better known as “Boterismo”, is unique due to the exaggerated volume of his figures. Nowadays he is among the most successful artists of the world. Botero uses traditional techniques and has established his own clear style of art. As Botero was born in Medellín, the city museum offers an impressive permanent exhibition of Botero ́s work throughout the last decades. Visit the permanent exhibition of Fernando Botero at the Museum of Antioquia with your private expert guide of the art of Botero. Explore the range of sculptures exposed on the so-called “Plaza Botero” and throughout the city centre. Visit the famous sculptures “Birds of Peace” bombed by the FARC guerrilla in the mid 1990s. Take advantage of your expert guide and obtain deep insights on the cultural dimension of the Fernando Botero and his cultural impact on Colombia.
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Fernando Botero – literally Colombia`s most famous artists and a reference of the Latin American Art scene - considered himself once as the “most Colombian of Colombian artists”. His iconic style of paintings and sculptures, better known as “Boterismo”, is unique due to the exaggerated volume of his figures. Nowadays he is among the most successful artists of the world. Although many people love his art there are at the same time countless critics and that explains his importance in contemporary art. Botero uses traditional techniques and has established his own clear style of art.
Visit the permanent exhibition of Fernando Botero at the Museum of Antioquia with your private expert guide of the art of Botero
Explore the range of sculptures exposed on the so-called “Plaza Botero” and throughout the city centre. Visit the famous sculptures “Birds of Peace”. Take advantage of your expert guide and obtain deep insights on the cultural dimension of the Fernando Botero and his cultural impact on Colombia and the city of Medellín.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel/apartment. Pick-up and drop-off service out of the urban perimeter has an additional charge.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes
- Don’t forget to wear sunscreen
Reviews(3)
Lena is a great guide! She is knowledgeable, friendly, and takes great care of the clients. The Botero sculptures and paintings are amazing.
Hi Monica! Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with Lena. She’s truly passionate about sharing her knowledge and making every guest feel comfortable and well taken care of, so it means a lot to know that came through during your tour. Exploring Botero’s world, from his iconic sculptures to his unique artistic style, is such a special way to connect with Medellín’s cultural identity and we’re so glad you enjoyed it. If you’d like to stay connected or share your experience with other travelers, feel free to follow us on Instagram: @palenquetourscolombia We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future!
I truly enjoyed my personalized experience with Cesar on 8/10/24. He was great personality and expressed great pride in his county. I loved the museum and plaza tour. I found his insights interesting. However, I wanted just a bit more detail on Botero and his life besides the general overview.
Hello, Dereck: We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Cesar. He is indeed very passionate about his job and Medellín. We will share your suggestions with him so that he can include more information about Botero's life in his tours. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. Best regards!
