7 Days in Medellín: A Journey through Parks and Culture

Melany Gonzalez

10 Mar 2024

Experience the vibrant city of Medellín with this 7-day itinerary. Discover hidden gems, immerse yourself in local culture, and explore the city's beautiful parks. From Plaza Minorista José María Villa to Parque de la Conservación, get ready for an unforgettable adventure.

Trip to Medellín

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Market Delights and Serene Parks

$ 5

Living hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

Spacious indoor marketplace with produce, meat & seafood vendors in a vibrant atmosphere.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Hilltop park with jogging tracks & tennis courts, plus a kids' playground & panoramic city views.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Science and Art in Motion

$20

$ 4

Living hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

14 - 17 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Exploring the Charming Suburbs

$ 5

Living hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

Paved square with shaded benches, a fountain & a Simón Bolívar statue, plus holiday light displays.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

Directions

Cobblestone plaza with an ornamental fountain, ringed by tall trees & bars with outdoor seating.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Public park for activities such as cycling & sports, featuring an area with lighted water jets.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Parks, Plazas, and Lively Streets

$ 5

Living hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

Green square & central meeting spot with food vendors, artisan craft stalls & surrounding nightlife.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

Directions

Busy park with popular street food carts & a statue of the 19th-century general José María Córdova.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

Directions

Energetic area with a variety of restaurants serving regional cuisine, plus bars & other nightlife.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 5History, Tranquility, and Panoramic Views

$ 4

Living hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

Directions

Park adjacent to the Metropolitan Cathedral with a fountain & statue of liberator Simón Bolívar.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

26 - 39 min

Directions

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

Day 6Nature's Retreat at Parque Arví

$ 3

Living hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

66 - 80 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

Day 7Riverside Parks and Conservation

$ 4

Living hotel

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

7 - 9 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: $48 In total

Activities & Food:$20

Transport:$28