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7 Days in Medellín: A Journey of Adventure and Culture

Yesica Salguero

Yesica Salguero

12 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day itinerary to Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. Explore the city's vibrant parks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the local culture. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Medellín

Day 1
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$46

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$ 6

Hotel Itagui

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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La Doctora
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
9 - 11 min

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Parque de Itagüí
Central, palm-dotted plaza lined with shops, bars & restaurants, plus many street food vendors.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Aeroparque Juan Pablo II
Sizable water park offering slides & swimming pools along with tracks for racing, walking & cycling.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Lleras Park
Energetic area with a variety of restaurants serving regional cuisine, plus bars & other nightlife.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Restaurante LUCIA By The Charlee
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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Mondongo's
En la ciudad de Medellín el día 9 de octubre de 1976, se materializó la idea de crear un pequeño y acogedor restaurante en la Avenida san juan, al cual se le dio el nombre de Mondongo’s. Los creadores concibieron la idea de un lugar único en su género, dirigido especialmente a reunir las familia...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 2
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$48

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$ 5

Hotel Itagui

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Restaurante La Guayaba
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
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
14 - 17 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 - 11:15 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Parques del Río Medellín
Footpath & cycling route along a manicured riverside corridor of trees, flowers & public artworks.
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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C&C Camarones
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
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$20
8 - 11 min

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il Forno
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3
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$54

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$ 5

Hotel Itagui

Depart from your stay 🏨

69 - 83 min

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Cable a Tierra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
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
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Asados y Estadero Los Kioscos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
40 - 48 min

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Donde Edward
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 4
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$48

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$ 4

Hotel Itagui

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Solo Truchas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
2 - 3 min

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Parque de Boston
Busy park with popular street food carts & a statue of the 19th-century general José María Córdova.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
26 - 39 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.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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San Genaro Trattoria
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$18
11 - 16 min

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

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$ 6

Hotel Itagui

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
12 - 17 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
15 - 18 min

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Plaza Minorista José María Villa
Spacious indoor marketplace with produce, meat & seafood vendors in a vibrant atmosphere.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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El Carambolo
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
7 - 9 min

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Govindas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
8 - 10 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.
No time set
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Free
Day 6
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$70

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$ 5

Hotel Itagui

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Las carnes de Hospital
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
11 - 16 min

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Parque Explora
Modern museum featuring a massive freshwater aquarium, interactive science exhibits & a planetarium.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
14 - 17 min

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Parque Belén
Small urban park with statues & tropical vegetation, plus regular markets for food & handicrafts.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Casa Espíritu libre
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
6 - 8 min

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Restaurante La Sirena Negra
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 7
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$46

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$ 5

Hotel Itagui

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
8 - 12 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
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Free
24 - 29 min

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

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il Forno
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$16
6 - 9 min

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Sushi House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $395 In total

Activities & Food:$360
Transport:$35