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7 Days in Medellín: A Journey of Parks and Adventure

edisalbi De Leon Trabous

edisalbi De Leon Trabous

21 Dec 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure in Medellín, where we'll explore the city's vibrant parks, indulge in local cuisine, and immerse ourselves in the rich culture of this Colombian gem.

Trip to Medellín

Day 1Discovering the Heart of Medellín
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$0

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$ 4

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 23 min

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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
14 - 17 min

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Aeroparque Juan Pablo II
Sizable water park offering slides & swimming pools along with tracks for racing, walking & cycling.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Parque de Itagüí
Central, palm-dotted plaza lined with shops, bars & restaurants, plus many street food vendors.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Art, Nature, and Serenity
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$ 5

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia
Outdoor plaza showcasing 23 sculptures by artist Fernando Botero, plus landscaped grounds & benches.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Parques del Río Medellín
Footpath & cycling route along a manicured riverside corridor of trees, flowers & public artworks.
9:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Parque de la Conservación
Classic zoo showcasing mammals, birds & reptiles in their habitats, plus concessions.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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Free
Day 3Escaping to the Tranquil Parque Arví
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$ 3

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

62 - 75 min

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Directions

Parque Arví
Ecotourism park featuring walking & hiking trails, a food market, a gondola & adventure sports.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 4From Historic Charm to Modern Wonders
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$ 4

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 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.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Botanical Beauty and Local Delights
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$ 4

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Jardín Botánico de Medellín
Botanical garden offering a variety of plant species, educational exhibits & a butterfly house.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Plaza Minorista José María Villa
Spacious indoor marketplace with produce, meat & seafood vendors in a vibrant atmosphere.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 6Science, Technology, and Local Life
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$20

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$ 4

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Parque Explora
Modern museum featuring a massive freshwater aquarium, interactive science exhibits & a planetarium.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
12 - 15 min

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Parque Belén
Small urban park with statues & tropical vegetation, plus regular markets for food & handicrafts.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 7Unveiling the City's Hidden Gems
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$ 4

Medellin Marriott Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

AIC TOUR
Public escalators & staircases covered in colorful street murals, lined with bars & souvenir shops.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $45 In total

Activities & Food:$20
Transport:$25