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5 Days in Medellín: A Journey of Adventure and Culture

Josue Vargas

Josue Vargas

12 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Medellín in 5 days. Explore its stunning viewpoints, visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Antioquia, Colombia.

Trip to Medellín

Day 1
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$46

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$ 5

La Doctora
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
9 - 11 min

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Parque de Itagüí
Central, palm-dotted plaza lined with shops, bars & restaurants, plus many street food vendors.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Mirador el Cielo Medellin
Sweeping city views from a rustic, grassy patch on a hill with street food & farm animals.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
25 - 38 min

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Hill of Three Crosses
A steep trail leads to a hilltop viewpoint near 3 landmark crosses overlooking the city & mountains.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
44 - 53 min

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La Pastizzeria
La Pastizzería es un restaurante inspirado en la gastronomía Italiana, su especialidad se centra en los horneados gratinados, pizzas, pastas, carnes y salsas, con algunos toques de comida típica colombiana. Nos esmeramos para que nuestros visitantes siempre vivan sensaciones deliciosas.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$18
31 - 38 min

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Pollos La 76
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 2
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$46

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$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
15 - 22 min

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Montesacro Cemetery
Sprawling graveyard & final resting place of Pablo Escobar, with a modernist chapel & burial center.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Pueblito Paisa
Iconic hill with a sculpture garden, open-air theater & a composite of a typical town of the region.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia
Outdoor plaza showcasing 23 sculptures by artist Fernando Botero, plus landscaped grounds & benches.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
60 - 72 min

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Cable a Tierra
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$20
4 - 5 min

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Estación Metrocable Arví
Gondola system connecting the valley to Medellín's steep hills with expansive views of the city.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Asados y Estadero Los Kioscos
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$16
Day 3
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$54

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$ 3

All Star Reataurante Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
9 - 14 min

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Parques del Río Medellín
Footpath & cycling route along a manicured riverside corridor of trees, flowers & public artworks.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Communa 13 escalators
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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il Forno
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$20
6 - 9 min

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Sushi House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 4
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$48

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$ 4

Waira restaurante bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
20 - 24 min

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Cerro El Picacho
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Plaza Minorista José María Villa
Spacious indoor marketplace with produce, meat & seafood vendors in a vibrant atmosphere.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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El Carambolo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
8 - 10 min

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Govindas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 5
+

$48

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$ 4

Valais Grill
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
4 - 6 min

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Casa Museo Pablo Escobar
Guided tour of private museum & family home of drug lord Pablo Escobar, with photos & possessions.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
71 - 86 min

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Parque Arví
Ecotourism park featuring walking & hiking trails, a food market, a gondola & adventure sports.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Asados y Estadero Los Kioscos
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$16
40 - 48 min

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Donde Edward
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $261 In total

Activities & Food:$242
Transport:$19