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5-Day Adventure in Medellín: Explore the Heart of Colombia

Jhofran Arley

Jhofran Arley

2 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. Discover the vibrant parks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this captivating city.

Day 1
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$18

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$ 3

El Peregrino
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$4
1 - 2 min

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Sabaneta Park
Cobblestone plaza with an ornamental fountain, ringed by tall trees & bars with outdoor seating.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Envigado Main Park
Paved square with shaded benches, a fountain & a Simón Bolívar statue, plus holiday light displays.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
20 - 24 min

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Parque de El Poblado
Green square & central meeting spot with food vendors, artisan craft stalls & surrounding nightlife.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Restaurante Che
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$4
4 - 5 min

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De Mar Amarte
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$10
Day 2
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$18

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$ 3

El Laboratorio de Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$2
1 - 2 min

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Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia
Outdoor plaza showcasing 23 sculptures by artist Fernando Botero, plus landscaped grounds & benches.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Jardín Botánico de Medellín
Botanical garden offering a variety of plant species, educational exhibits & a butterfly house.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Restaurante In Situ
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$4
8 - 10 min

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Sr. Wok
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$12
Day 3
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$22

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$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$2
6 - 9 min

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Parque de los Deseos
Children play in this large open plaza featuring food vendors & a big screen for evening movies.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Plaza Minorista José María Villa
Spacious indoor marketplace with produce, meat & seafood vendors in a vibrant atmosphere.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Parque Berrío
Busy, historic city square with many trees, benches, vendors & a notable statue.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Govindas
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$8
12 - 18 min

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Palazzeto D'Italia
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$12
Day 4
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$14

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$ 2

Cable a Tierra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$4
1 - 2 min

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Parque Arví
Ecotourism park featuring walking & hiking trails, a food market, a gondola & adventure sports.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
64 - 77 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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
16 - 23 min

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il Forno
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$6
11 - 16 min

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Mi Buñuelo Rosales
Buñuelos y empanadas al por mayor y detal. Venta de buñuelos y empanadas para toda ocasión, al por mayor y al detal, contamos con pasteles de pollo, café entre otros.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$4
Day 5
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$26

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$ 3

De Lolita Restó Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$4
7 - 10 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
Free
19 - 23 min

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AIC TOUR
Public escalators & staircases covered in colorful street murals, lined with bars & souvenir shops.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Rodizio Karioka
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$12
10 - 15 min

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O-Cake
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$10

Budget breakdown: $109 In total

Activities & Food:$98
Transport:$11