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6 Days in Medellín: Unveiling the City's Charms

edisalbi De Leon Trabous

21 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Medellín, where vibrant parks, captivating museums, and charming plazas await. Immerse yourself in the city's rich culture, explore hidden gems, and indulge in the local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the City of Eternal Spring!

Trip to Medellín

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Historic Landmarks and Natural Beauty

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$0

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$ 5

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Parque de Bolívar

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

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Jardín Botánico de Medellín

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

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Parque Juanes de la Paz

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 2From Traditional Markets to Artistic Wonders

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$20

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$ 8

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Pueblito Paisa

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Plaza Minorista José María Villa

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Parque Explora

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$20

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Aranjuez Park

Suburban green space with broad, tree-lined paths, close to a metro station & an elegant church.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia

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

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

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Free

Day 3Discovering Medellín's Vibrant Parks and Cultural Delights

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$0

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$ 6

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Parque Berrío

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Parque de los Deseos

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Directions

AIC TOUR

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Parque Belén

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Parks, Museums, and Architectural Marvels

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$8

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$ 6

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Lleras Park

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Medellin Modern Art Museum

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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$8

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Aeroparque Juan Pablo II

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Parque de Itagüí

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Parque de las Chimeneas

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Exploring Medellín's Cultural Heritage

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$13

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$ 5

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Directions

El Castillo Museum and Gardens

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

16 - 20 min

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Parque de la Conservación

Classic zoo showcasing mammals, birds & reptiles in their habitats, plus concessions.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Parques del Río Medellín

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Serenity in Urban Oases

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$0

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$ 5

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Parque de los Pies Descalzos

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Parque San Antonio

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

52 - 63 min

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Directions

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

Budget breakdown: $74 In total

Activities & Food:$40

Transport:$34