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7-Day Adventure in Medellín: Exploring the Vibrant City of Eternal Spring

Habtamu Alene

Habtamu Alene

12 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through Medellín, Colombia's captivating city known for its rich culture, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality. Discover hidden gems, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this enchanting destination.

Trip to Medellín

Day 1
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$9

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$ 5

La Candelaria

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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Juan Valdez Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
15 - 18 min

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Parque Ecológico El Salado
Scenic destination for trails & activities, including a skateboard park, climbing wall & playground.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Parque de las Chimeneas
Public park for activities such as cycling & sports, featuring an area with lighted water jets.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Govindas
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$2
7 - 9 min

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Water Museum EPM
Unique musuem with interactive exhibits depicting how water is vital to the earth & civilizations.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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El Arbol De La Vida
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 2
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$19

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$ 3

La Candelaria

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Restaurante La Guayaba
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
4 - 5 min

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Parque de la Conservación
Classic zoo showcasing mammals, birds & reptiles in their habitats, plus concessions.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 33 min

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Medellin Modern Art Museum
Museum of modern art with a permanent collection & rotating exhibitions, plus a large movie theater.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$4
8 - 10 min

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Restaurante Che
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$2
2 - 3 min

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Parque de El Poblado
Green square & central meeting spot with food vendors, artisan craft stalls & surrounding nightlife.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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El Castillo Museum and Gardens
Grand castle-style home-turned-museum in scenic surrounds, offering tours & temporary art exhibits.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$6
8 - 12 min

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Il Forno
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 3
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$11

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$ 3

La Candelaria

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Ganso & Castor Cafe-Bistro
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
4 - 5 min

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Ciudad del Río Lineal Park
Popular urban green space for picnics, recreation & relaxation, along with festivals & other events.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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il Forno
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
12 - 18 min

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Parques del Río Medellín
Footpath & cycling route along a manicured riverside corridor of trees, flowers & public artworks.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Parque de los Pies Descalzos
Park featuring a sand area, fountains & a green space with a garden, plus a hands-on science museum.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Leños Y Carbón Parrillada (Carrefour)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 4
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$7

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$ 3

La Candelaria

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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El Laboratorio de Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$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 - 9:45 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Parque de Bolívar
Park adjacent to the Metropolitan Cathedral with a fountain & statue of liberator Simón Bolívar.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Memory House Museum
Solemn museum with exhibitions offering different perspectives on Colombian wars & armed conflicts.
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
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Free
51 - 62 min

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Cable a Tierra
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$3
1 - 2 min

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Parque Arví
Ecotourism park featuring walking & hiking trails, a food market, a gondola & adventure sports.
3:15 PM - 6:15 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Kuminí - Café bistró
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 5
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$20

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$ 3

La Candelaria

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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

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Casa Gardeliana
This modest house museum features exhibits on the tango & the singer/actor Carlos Gardel.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Parque del Periodista
Compact paved space with trees, between a busy road & apartment buildings, popular at night.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria
This 17th-century Roman Catholic place of worship is known as the oldest church in Medellin.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Palazzeto D'Italia
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
10 - 15 min

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Parque Berrío
Busy, historic city square with many trees, benches, vendors & a notable statue.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Museum of Antioquia
Historic art venue featuring native artists Fernando Botero & Pedro Nel Gómez, plus modern works.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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$6
12 - 18 min

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La Grande Pizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 6
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$24

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$ 3

La Candelaria

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Restaurante Hatoviejo
Cerca al Edificio Coltejer, Hatoviejo Centro es la mejor opción al visitar el centro de Medellín y sus zonas turísticas como el Museo de Antioquia, Parque Berrio y Junín. Con un ambiente fresco y acogedor y con vista a la Avenida La Playa, es el lugar ideal para degustar de una Bandeja Paisa.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
8 - 11 min

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Parque San Antonio
Leafy park with several sculptures by Fernando Botero, plus food vendors & an amphitheater.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Cementerio Museo San Pedro
Elaborate, house-like mausoleums of famous Colombian politicians & artists, plus tree-shaded paths.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Restaurante In Situ
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$5
4 - 5 min

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Parque Explora
Modern museum featuring a massive freshwater aquarium, interactive science exhibits & a planetarium.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$10
14 - 17 min

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Parque Juanes de la Paz
Hilltop park with jogging tracks & tennis courts, plus a kids' playground & panoramic city views.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Sr. Wok
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$6
Day 7
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$12

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$ 4

La Candelaria

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Sandwich Qbano Junín
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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
11 - 14 min

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Jardín Botánico de Medellín
Botanical garden offering a variety of plant species, educational exhibits & a butterfly house.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Sr. Wok
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$6
9 - 11 min

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Planetarium Jesus Emilio Ramirez Medellin
Science museum with solar system exhibits & high-tech planetary dome shows, plus a cafe & gift shop.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 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.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Asados Familia Garcia
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2

Budget breakdown: $122 In total

Activities & Food:$102
Transport:$21