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8 Days in Medellín: A Journey of Flavors and Culture

Joy Rodz

Joy Rodz

17 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Medellín in 8 days and indulge in delicious local cuisine while exploring its iconic landmarks and parks.

Day 1
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$46

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
4 - 6 min

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Parque Belén
Small urban park with statues & tropical vegetation, plus regular markets for food & handicrafts.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
20 - 24 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
5 - 8 min

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Cangrejo Y Coco Restaurante
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
9 - 14 min

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Crunch BBQ
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$16
Day 2
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$48

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$ 3

Piacere Pizza Pasta e Vino
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
5 - 6 min

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Mirador el Cielo Medellin
Sweeping city views from a rustic, grassy patch on a hill with street food & farm animals.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
22 - 27 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
15 - 22 min

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San Genaro Trattoria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
11 - 16 min

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C&C Camarones
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
Day 3
+

$54

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$ 2

Fisher's Restaurant-Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia
Outdoor plaza showcasing 23 sculptures by artist Fernando Botero, plus landscaped grounds & benches.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Govindas
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
6 - 9 min

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El Llanerito. Carne A La Llanera
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
Day 4
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$48

All Star Reataurante Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
9 - 14 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
8 - 11 min

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C&C Camarones
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
8 - 11 min

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il Forno
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 5
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$48

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$ 3

Fuente Azul Restaurante
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
3 - 4 min

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Palace of Culture Rafael Uribe Uribe
Cultural center in an ornate Gothic-revival building with a museum, art gallery & cafe.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
56 - 68 min

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Estación Metrocable Arví
Gondola system connecting the valley to Medellín's steep hills with expansive views of the city.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Cable a Tierra
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
32 - 39 min

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Asados y Estadero Los Kioscos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 6
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$63

El Cafe Del Parque
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
6 - 9 min

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Museum of Antioquia
Historic art venue featuring native artists Fernando Botero & Pedro Nel Gómez, plus modern works.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$13
7 - 10 min

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El Llanerito. Carne A La Llanera
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
10 - 15 min

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Acontista
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 7
+

$46

Restaurante El Rincon Frances
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
21 - 32 min

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Parque Natural Cerro El Volador
This sizable urban park features a grassy hillside for recreation, relaxing & city views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
5 - 8 min

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Lo Exquisito Del Mar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 8
+

$52

Valais Grill
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
4 - 6 min

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Casa Museo Pablo Escobar
Guided tour of private museum & family home of drug lord Pablo Escobar, with photos & possessions.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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La Bottega Verde
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
6 - 9 min

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Puro Perú
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20

Budget breakdown: $412 In total

Activities & Food:$405
Transport:$8