Medellín

Guide for 5 Days

Day 1

Morning

• Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Café Revolución, a local coffee shop that offers a variety of Colombian coffee blends.
• Head to the Plaza Botero, a public square in the heart of the city that features 23 outdoor sculptures by famous artist Fernando Botero.
• Explore the Museo de Antioquia, located beside Plaza Botero, which showcases a collection of pre-Columbian, colonial and contemporary art.

Midday

• Grab a quick lunch at El Cielo, a restaurant that serves traditional Colombian cuisine with a modern twist.
• Take a walk through the Barefoot Park, an interactive urban park designed to stimulate the senses.

Afternoon

• Visit the Pueblito Paisa, a replica of a typical Antioquian village with traditional houses, a church, and a central square.
• Take a cable car up to the Parque Arví, a nature reserve with hiking trails, a botanical garden, and scenic views of the city.

Evening

• Enjoy a delicious dinner at Restaurante Carmen, a restaurant that offers a fusion of Colombian and Mediterranean cuisine.
• Head to the Parque Lleras, a trendy neighborhood known for its nightlife, bars, and restaurants.
• Sip on a cocktail at the rooftop bar of Hotel Charlee.

Day 2

Morning

• Indulge in a hearty breakfast at La Pampa Parrilla Argentina, a restaurant that serves traditional Argentinean cuisine.
• Visit the Comuna 13, a neighborhood that was once known for its violence, but has now transformed into a vibrant community with colorful street art and murals.
• Take a walking tour of Comuna 13 to learn about the neighborhood’s history and transformation.

Midday

• Grab a quick lunch at La Tienda de Hatoviejo, a restaurant that serves traditional Colombian food in a casual setting.
• Take a stroll through the Jardín Botánico de Medellín, a botanical garden that showcases a variety of plant species.

Afternoon

• Visit the Cerro Nutibara, a hill that offers panoramic views of the city and features a replica of a typical Antioquian village.
• Explore the Museo El Castillo, a castle-like mansion that houses a collection of European art and antiques.

Evening

• Dine at El Cielo Medellín, a restaurant that offers a unique culinary experience with a tasting menu that combines science and art.
• Take a salsa class at Son Havana, a dance school that offers classes for all levels.
• Sip on a mojito at El Eslabón Prendido, a salsa bar that hosts live music and dance performances.

Day 3

Morning

• Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Pergamino Café, a specialty coffee shop that offers a variety of Colombian coffee blends.
• Visit the Parque Explora, a science museum that features interactive exhibits and a planetarium.
• Explore the Planetario de Medellín, a planetarium that offers shows and exhibitions about astronomy and space exploration.

Midday

• Grab a quick lunch at El Zócalo, a restaurant that serves traditional Mexican cuisine in a casual setting.
• Take a walk through the Parque de los Pies Descalzos, a park where you can walk barefoot on different textures and surfaces.

Afternoon

• Visit the Casa Museo Pedro Nel Gómez, a museum that showcases the works of famous Colombian artist Pedro Nel Gómez.
• Explore the Museo Casa de la Memoria, a museum that honors the victims of the armed conflict in Colombia.

Evening

• Dine at Oci.Mde, a restaurant that offers a fusion of Colombian and international cuisine with a focus on local ingredients.
• Head to La 70, a street known for its nightlife and bars.
• Sip on a beer at Barrio Central, a bar that offers a variety of craft beers from local breweries.

Day 4

Morning

• Enjoy a delicious breakfast at La Provincia, a restaurant that serves traditional Colombian breakfast dishes.
• Visit the Catedral Basílica Metropolitana, a neoclassical church that is the largest in Medellín.
• Explore the Museo Casa Gardeliana, a museum dedicated to the life and music of tango singer Carlos Gardel.

Midday

• Grab a quick lunch at El Cielo, a restaurant that serves traditional Colombian cuisine with a modern twist.
• Take a stroll through the Jardín Botánico de Medellín, a botanical garden that showcases a variety of plant species.

Afternoon

• Visit the Casa de la Música, a museum that showcases the history of Colombian music.
• Explore the Casa Museo Otraparte, a museum dedicated to the life and works of Colombian philosopher Fernando González.

Evening

• Dine at El Cielo Medellín, a restaurant that offers a unique culinary experience with a tasting menu that combines science and art.
• Head to Barrio Colombia, a neighborhood known for its nightlife and bars.
• Sip on a cocktail at El Social, a bar that offers a variety of signature cocktails.

Day 5

Morning

• Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Salumeria Central, a restaurant that serves traditional Colombian breakfast dishes with a focus on local ingredients.
• Visit the Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellín, a museum that showcases contemporary art from local and international artists.
• Explore the Palacio de la Cultura Rafael Uribe Uribe, a neoclassical building that houses cultural institutions and art exhibitions.

Midday

• Grab a quick lunch at El Cielo, a restaurant that serves traditional Colombian cuisine with a modern twist.
• Take a walk through the Parque Bicentenario, a park that honors the bicentennial of Colombia’s independence.

Afternoon

• Visit the Teatro Metropolitano, a theater that hosts a variety of cultural events and performances.
• Explore the Museo de Arte de Medellín, a museum that showcases contemporary art from local and international artists.

Evening

• Dine at El Cielo Medellín, a restaurant that offers a unique culinary experience with a tasting menu that combines science and art.
• Head to La 33, a street known for its nightlife and bars.
• Sip on a beer at 3 Cordilleras, a local brewery that offers a variety of craft beers.