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A Week in Medellín: Exploring the Vibrant City of Antioquia

viajes jairo

viajes jairo

13 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Medellín, Colombia. Discover the city's rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Antioquia.

Trip to Medellín

Day 1
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$12

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$ 4

Laureles Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
6 - 9 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
6 - 9 min

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Jardín Botánico de Medellín
Botanical garden offering a variety of plant species, educational exhibits & a butterfly house.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Restaurante In Situ
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$4
8 - 10 min

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Sr. Wok
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$4
Day 2
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$51

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$ 8

Laureles Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Distribuciones La Pampa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
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
13 - 16 min

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Museum of Antioquia
Historic art venue featuring native artists Fernando Botero & Pedro Nel Gómez, plus modern works.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
8 - 10 min

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Sr. Wok
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$4
7 - 9 min

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Parque Explora
Modern museum featuring a massive freshwater aquarium, interactive science exhibits & a planetarium.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$20
9 - 11 min

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Asados Familia Garcia
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 3
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$22

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$ 5

Laureles Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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De Lolita Restó Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
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
3 - 4 min

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Water Museum EPM
Unique musuem with interactive exhibits depicting how water is vital to the earth & civilizations.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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il Forno
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8
12 - 18 min

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Parques del Río Medellín
Footpath & cycling route along a manicured riverside corridor of trees, flowers & public artworks.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Leños Y Carbón Parrillada (Carrefour)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 4
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$18

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$ 5

Laureles Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Café Kirón
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
9 - 14 min

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Fundación Casa Museo Maestro Pedro Nel Gómez
Filled with murals & other works, this house-turned-museum of an iconic artist offers guided tours.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 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.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Govindas
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia
Outdoor plaza showcasing 23 sculptures by artist Fernando Botero, plus landscaped grounds & benches.
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Parque Berrío
Busy, historic city square with many trees, benches, vendors & a notable statue.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Palazzeto D'Italia
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 5
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$39

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$ 5

Laureles Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
14 - 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
12 - 15 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
9 - 11 min

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Pepper Pizzería
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
5 - 8 min

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Parque de la Conservación
Classic zoo showcasing mammals, birds & reptiles in their habitats, plus concessions.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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La Miguería
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 6
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$24

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$ 4

Laureles Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Restaurante Hatoviejo
Cerca al Edificio Coltejer, Hatoviejo Centro es la mejor opción al visitar el centro de Medellín y sus zonas turísticas como el Museo de Antioquia, Parque Berrio y Junín. Con un ambiente fresco y acogedor y con vista a la Avenida La Playa, es el lugar ideal para degustar de una Bandeja Paisa.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
8 - 11 min

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Parque San Antonio
Leafy park with several sculptures by Fernando Botero, plus food vendors & an amphitheater.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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La Grande Pizza
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
5 - 8 min

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Palazzeto D'Italia
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $194 In total

Activities & Food:$165
Transport:$29