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Medellín, Colombia 🇨🇴 Everything you need to do
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items I had the privilege of living in Medellin, Colombia for one month this year and absolutely FELL IN LOVE with this city!! There is so much to do, to see, great options for accommodation, and incredible culture.
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WHAT TO DO
There are so many things to do within the city of Medellin, as well as outside the city! You can take day trips to El Peñon / Guatapé, go paragliding over the mountains, take a bike tour thru the city, and learn about the history that gave Medellin i...
Such a great day trip from Medellín to learn about the culture + see the beautiful countryside of Colombia!
Guatapé + Piedra del Peñol (Including a Boat Tour)
HANDS DOWN THE BEST THING TO DO IN MEDELLIN!! You have to do this ½ day tour up to the top of the valley where you can paraglide with beautiful views of Medellín below you!
Paraglading Adventure | Half Day Tour
A great way to see parts of the city that you likely wouldn't venture to on your own.
Half Day Bike Tour with Local Food, Coffee & Beer
Experience the coffee culture of Colombia!
1/2 Day Coffee Plantation Private Tour
See all of the attractions that make Medellín such a unique city!
Medellín City Tour
Head out of the city to experience the unique mountains of Colombia on a zip-lining tour!
Private Zipline Tour in the Colombian Mountainside
Visit what used to be the most dangerous neighborhood in all of South America! It has been completely transformed by beautiful art and escalators to get through the city.
Comuna 13 Graffiti + Street Food Tour
Beautiful views over the city in a helicopter!!
Helicopter Flight over the City
Learn about the story of Pablo Escobar and his impact on Medellín - historical and sightseeing tour.
Pablo Escobar History + Sightseeing Tour
WHERE TO STAY
The price of hotels in Medellin is low, so take the opportunity to get yourself a beautiful hotel room right in the center of town! Make sure you stay in the El Poblado / Laureles area - where you'll want to be for anything tourist.
Stunning hotel that will make you feel like you're in the jungle of Tulum, but with the streets of Medellin right below :)
SELVARIO 36
Great hotel option right in the heart of El Poblado & a popular rooftop bar on top of the hotel!
THE CLICK CLACK HOTEL MEDELLIN
Tucked away in a quieter part of the El Poblado neighborhood, you will enjoy the peace and quite that this jungle city has to offer while still being only a walk away from the hustle & bustle of the city!
23 HOTEL
A quieter hotel to stay at with less commotion but still beautiful and well kept!
VIAGGIO MEDELLIN
You can't go wrong with any of these hotels, they are funky, decorated well, and clean! Enjoy your time in Medellin :)
BLUES SUITES MEDELLIN
Smaller, boutique hotel option - still in the heart of El Poblado :)
EPIC BOUTIQUE HOTEL