7 Days in Medellín: A Journey Through Parks and Culture

carolina vaca

1 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Medellín, discovering its vibrant parks and rich cultural heritage. Explore botanical wonders, admire iconic sculptures, and immerse yourself in the city's history at fascinating museums. Get ready for an unforgettable week of exploration and discovery in the heart of Colombia.

Trip to Medellín

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Botanical Bliss and Sculpture Delights

$ 4

Poblado Park Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

Botanical garden offering a variety of plant species, educational exhibits & a butterfly house.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Outdoor plaza showcasing 23 sculptures by artist Fernando Botero, plus landscaped grounds & benches.

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

Day 2From a Picturesque Village to Art and Science

$13

$ 5

Poblado Park Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

Iconic hill with a sculpture garden, open-air theater & a composite of a typical town of the region.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Children play in this large open plaza featuring food vendors & a big screen for evening movies.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Historic art venue featuring native artists Fernando Botero & Pedro Nel Gómez, plus modern works.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 3Parks Galore and Urban Charm

$20

$ 5

Poblado Park Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

Busy, historic city square with many trees, benches, vendors & a notable statue.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Modern museum featuring a massive freshwater aquarium, interactive science exhibits & a planetarium.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

13 - 16 min

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Leafy park with several sculptures by Fernando Botero, plus food vendors & an amphitheater.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Nature's Retreat and Barefoot Bliss

$ 4

Poblado Park Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

73 - 88 min

Directions

Ecotourism park featuring walking & hiking trails, a food market, a gondola & adventure sports.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

60 - 72 min

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Park featuring a sand area, fountains & a green space with a garden, plus a hands-on science museum.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Fun in the Sun and Aquatic Adventures

$ 4

Poblado Park Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

Sizable water park offering slides & swimming pools along with tracks for racing, walking & cycling.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Big water park with a sauna, a wave pool & swimming, plus slides, a kids' zone & sports courts.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Unveiling Memories and Cultural Immersion

$ 4

Poblado Park Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

Solemn museum with exhibitions offering different perspectives on Colombian wars & armed conflicts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Public escalators & staircases covered in colorful street murals, lined with bars & souvenir shops.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Riverside Serenity and Conservation Wonders

$ 4

Poblado Park Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

Footpath & cycling route along a manicured riverside corridor of trees, flowers & public artworks.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Classic zoo showcasing mammals, birds & reptiles in their habitats, plus concessions.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $60 In total

Activities & Food:$33

Transport:$28