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8 Days in Medellín: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Ariel Ortega

Ariel Ortega

10 Jan 2024

Experience the vibrant city of Medellín through this exciting 8-day itinerary. Immerse yourself in the local culture, visit iconic landmarks, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Medellín

Day 1Discovering Art and Local Delights
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$20

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$ 9

Solo Truchas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
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
5 - 6 min

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Parque Berrío
Busy, historic city square with many trees, benches, vendors & a notable statue.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia
Outdoor plaza showcasing 23 sculptures by artist Fernando Botero, plus landscaped grounds & benches.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Govindas
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$10
24 - 29 min

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AIC TOUR
Public escalators & staircases covered in colorful street murals, lined with bars & souvenir shops.
No time set
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Plaza Minorista José María Villa
Spacious indoor marketplace with produce, meat & seafood vendors in a vibrant atmosphere.
No time set
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Free
Day 2Nature's Beauty and Culinary Delights
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$47

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$ 9

Cable a Tierra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
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
17 - 21 min

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Kuminí - Café bistró
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
61 - 74 min

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Aeroparque Juan Pablo II
Sizable water park offering slides & swimming pools along with tracks for racing, walking & cycling.
No time set
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Free
17 - 21 min

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El Castillo Museum and Gardens
Grand castle-style home-turned-museum in scenic surrounds, offering tours & temporary art exhibits.
No time set
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$31
Day 3Coffee, Botanical Gardens, and Fine Dining
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$25

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
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
3 - 4 min

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Restaurante In Situ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
Day 4Exploring Traditional Markets and Science
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$75

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$ 9

Distribuciones La Pampa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
16 - 23 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Parque Explora
Modern museum featuring a massive freshwater aquarium, interactive science exhibits & a planetarium.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$50
7 - 9 min

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Sr. Wok
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
8 - 10 min

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Aquarium Medellin
No time set
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Free
Day 5Café Hopping and Parks Galore
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$40

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$ 9

De Lolita Restó Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 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
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Parque San Antonio
Leafy park with several sculptures by Fernando Botero, plus food vendors & an amphitheater.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 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.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Asados Familia Garcia
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
Day 6Riverside Strolls and Gastronomic Delights
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$40

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$ 3

Subway
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
8 - 12 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
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Parque de El Poblado
Green square & central meeting spot with food vendors, artisan craft stalls & surrounding nightlife.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Restaurante Che
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$25
Day 7Coffee Lab, Museums, and Water Wonders
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$82

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$ 6

El Laboratorio de Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
1 - 2 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
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$31
5 - 6 min

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Water Museum EPM
Unique musuem with interactive exhibits depicting how water is vital to the earth & civilizations.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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El Arbol De La Vida
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
Day 8Savory Fare and Conservation Park
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$50

Restaurante La Guayaba
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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
4 - 6 min

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Pepper Pizzería
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30

Budget breakdown: $422 In total

Activities & Food:$378
Transport:$45