6 Days in Medellín: A Journey through Parks and Culture

Elena Chen

16 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Medellín, where vibrant parks and rich culture await. Discover hidden gems, marvel at stunning art, and immerse yourself in the city's natural beauty. Join us on this unforgettable journey!

Trip to Medellín

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Aeroparque Juan Pablo II to Pueblito Paisa - Unveiling Medellín's Charm

$ 30

Soy Local

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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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

7 - 9 min

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Small urban park with statues & tropical vegetation, plus regular markets for food & handicrafts.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Botero's Art and Riverside Bliss - Exploring Medellín's Cultural Heart

$ 24

Soy Local

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

1:45 PM - 3:45 PM

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Free

Day 3Modern Art, Parks, and Local Delights - A Day in El Poblado

$38

$ 24

Soy Local

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Museum of modern art with a permanent collection & rotating exhibitions, plus a large movie theater.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$38

21 - 26 min

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Central, palm-dotted plaza lined with shops, bars & restaurants, plus many street food vendors.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Science, Conservation, and History - Medellín's Fascinating Sights

$163

$ 30

Soy Local

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$100

15 - 18 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

10 - 12 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Grand castle-style home-turned-museum in scenic surrounds, offering tours & temporary art exhibits.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$63

Day 5Nature's Retreat and Market Adventures - Unforgettable Experiences

$ 24

Soy Local

Depart from your stay 🏨

65 - 78 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

46 - 56 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Botanical Wonders and Cultural Hotspots - A Perfect Finale

$ 18

Soy Local

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $348 In total

Activities & Food:$200

Transport:$148