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Medellin Colombia Recs

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Stays

 
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This is where we stayed in Laureles the neighborhood is upscale clean and safe. Really enjoyed this place and it's above an ice cream shop and cute restaurants
UKU INN, Medellín (updated prices 2026) - Booking.com
 
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I did not stay here but know people who have provenza is the tourist zone, it has bars, restaurants stores clubs. I would only recommend staying in Provenza proper I this part of El Poblado as el poblano can get sketch quickly especially as a woman
Nakúa Stay + Work, Medellín, Colombia - Hotel Details and Booking | Hotels.com
 
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For a more luxury trip stay in altos de poblano where some of the cities richest live
Binn Hotel, Medellín (updated prices 2026) - Booking.com
 
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If you're balling plan budget 10/10 recommendation for this hostel as it is in the super safe neighborhood of laureles
Baku Laureles Hostel Medellín - Bookcheap stays in Medellín, Colombia
 
Hospedaje SantaElena -Chalets de Montaña-

Things to do

 
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Really really cool science museum
Parque Explora Medellín: Tickets
 
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For those who like to take risks and adventure
Paragliding flight in Medellin
 
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One of my favorite things we did was this food tour to taste the amazing food
Rumbero Gastrotour through Medellín and Street Food
 
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Communa 13 was the area absolutely destroyed by Pablo Escobars cartel it has been fully revamped and went from the murder capital of the world to a safe place.
Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour with Street Food
 
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If you're solo traveling and looking for a safe way to go out!
Medellin : Pubcrawl with VIP Entry to Rooftops and Nightclubs
 
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If you are into adventure travel this is a really cool escape from the city
Highest Zipline and Giant Waterfall Private Tour from Medellin
 
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One of my favorite ways to see the city
Half Day Bike Tour in Medellin - Local snack, Coffee or Beer
 
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This was hands down the best thing we did the coffee is amazing the experience is so worth it
Medellin : Horseback Riding and Coffee Tour with Interactive Experience
 
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Make chocolate
Medellin: Colombian Cacao Experience | Chocolate Tour | BOOK NOW!
 
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In no way should this man be glorified but if you are into the history and narcos side of Colombia this is very interesting
Pablo Escobar Tour : Museum, History and Beer
 
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The most BEAUTIFUL view point of Medellin at night
Cerro El Picacho - All You SHOULD Know Before Going 2026 (with ...
 
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Mirador with beautiful views and food and drink
Mirador De San Felix on Instagram • Photos and Videos
 
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Mirador that has a pool and like restaurant great view you can get a day pass and swim and hang out
FINCA MIRADOR EL SOL ☀️ (@fincamiradorelsol) - Instagram
 
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Opportunity to hike up and see one of the most beautiful miradors and ride a cable car
Medellin: Paths to Cerro El Picacho Hiking Tour with Picnic
 
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Opportunity to go with a guide to the view points and they offer a campfire and cute little evening 10/10 recommendation if you love a sunset and a view
Evening getaway, 6 viewpoints in one night: Picacho and hidden gems
 
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They have some of the best fruits I've ever had in my life
FlyVours: Colombian Fruits & Cocktail Experience
 
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Go out with the locals
Salsa & Bachata Night Tour in Medellín with a Local Dancer
 
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I didn't make it Jeff but i genuinely wish I did it's a huge park thats apparently beautiful with a botanical garden in the city of eternal spring
Medellín: Botanical Garden and Arvi Park City Tour
 
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Hang out with hummingbirds and vibe
La Casa de Colibries - La Casa de Colibries
 
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Such a nice little art museum
Medellin Modern Art Museum
 
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Super creative and artistic house where the owner tells you all about it really cool experience
La Casa de las Piedritas in Envigado - Atlas Obscura
 
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Amazing park with nature trails, a library, games and it's so beautiful
Parque Cultural La Guayacana
 
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This place is AMAZING!! You can do a picnic here and relax and it's so beautiful
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Provenza is the place to go out shop and eat it's realty safe in this district
Barrio Provenza | Provenza Medellin | Calle 10 #35, El Poblado, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia
 
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Visit the botanical garden so pretty
Jardín Botánico Joaquín Antonio Uribe de Medellín // Medellín - Colombia
 
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Learn Spanish !!!
Spanish school in Medellín, Colombia Nueva Lengua
 
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Cute pilates studio
Home
 
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Get a massage or do yoga
Flowellbeing Manila (@flowellbeing) • Instagram profile
 
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Eat pizza and make art really really cool experience
mozzafiato.pizza - Instagram
 
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Go salsa!
INICIO
 
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Wild bowling ally lol
SUPER BOWLING MEDELLÍN (@superbowlingmde) - Instagram

Day Trips

 
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You have to checkout guatape lol there's this huge meteor rock thing and a cute little town with the cutest shops
Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch

Travel Essentials

 
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Cute wrist holder for your phone. I didn't have any issues with anyone trying to take my phone and did have it out but again i was told to not have it out by locals
3 Pieces Beaded Phone Lanyard
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It is HOT there especially if you're planning to hike or go on excursions
YOINS 2PC Women's Yoga Sports Bra & Shorts
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AirTag holders i put AirTags in my luggage when I travel
MOLOSLEEVE 4 Pack AirTag Case Holder
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Water bottle to bring on excursions
Owala FreeSip Twist 24oz Insulated Bottle
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My friend had this wallet and I thought it was so cute
RFID Wallet for Women with AirTag Holder - Slim Trifold
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If you wanna listen to movies on the plane but have an iPhone
Twelve South AirFly SE Bluetooth Audio Adapter
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Passport holder and AirTag for peole like me who chronically lose thing
WALNEW AirTag Passport Holder PU Leather RFID
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Cute and functional
Suction Phone Card Holder, Up to 3 Cards, Chalk Pink
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Key chain power bank so small and functional
Portable 10000mAh Power Bank w/ Cables Pink
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Love this so much
RTOPS 3-in-1 Magnetic GaN Wireless Charger
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Powerful mini fan for your room there's not AC
Aecooly Mini USB Desk Fan, 4 Speeds, Black
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Fan for walking around lol its hot
Portable Clip-On Mini USB Rechargeable Fan
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My fave travel toothbrush
Aquasonic Icon ADA Toothbrush w/ Case & Holder
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Travel wash cloths most Airbnb don't have wash cloth
Disposable Compressed Towels, 28Pcs Travel
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Travel razor with replacements it last forever
Women's 5-Blade Travel Razor with Case + 5 Refills
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My fave travel sunscreen to put in my purse
Abib Airy Sunstick SPF50+ Broad Spectrum
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Sunnies bc it's sunny
Breaksun Retro Oversized Aviator Sunglasses
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Shoulder bag bc it's cute
FashionPuzzle Small Minimalist Faux Leather Shoulder Bag
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Take this every trip
Nylon Crescent Crossbody Bag for Women & Men
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Food to try and things to buy

 
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Authentic pasia restaurant
RESTAURANTE SANCHO PAISA LAS PALMAS, Medellin - Reviews
 
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Really cute restaurant on top of the mountains
Volver Siempre Volver - El Retiro Precios y Menú a Domicilio - Rappi
 
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If you are up in the hills of Medellin this is an amazing sushi spot
Shibuya. Robata & Sushi bar (@shibuya_restaurante) - Instagram
 
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Piano bar that turns into like karaoke lmao def make a reservation!!! Good food too!!
Chez Migu - Bistró & Piano Bar (@chezmigu) - Instagram
 
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Amazing little authentic dessert place
frechibar - Instagram
 
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Amazing brunch
Gastronomía y Panadería Suiza | Brunch Medellín
 
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Cute little thrift store
Tienda de moda circular
 
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Design and home store :)
Inicio | benares
 
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Amazing multi course restaurant
Inicio
 
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Amazing little homegoods store
Inicio
 
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Get a Hollywood laser peel and other laser treatments for incredibly cheap compare to the USA and it's really upscale and high quality and highly trained
AT DERMA - DERMA BY DRA. ANA TORO
 
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Get Botox and fillers for MUCH cheaper for the US and Europe
Botox Medellín | Dra. Catalina Henao
 
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Amazing facials here!!!!
Medicina Estética | Drapastrana | Medellín
 
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Amazing rooftop in Provenza
The Somos Hotels | Colombia - Web Oficial
 
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Amazing brunch in provenza
clementeorigen
 
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Beautiful and delicious restaurant in Provenza
Inicio - Mojitos
 
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One of the most top rated restaurants in Provenza for authentic Colombian food
Home
 
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Tasting menu restaurant it's so good
Restaurante OCIO - Medellín
 
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Karol G's club/ bar make a reservation
El Callejón del Gato (@elcallejondelgato.mde) • Instagram profile
 
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Karol Gs restaurant make a reservation
CAROLINA Official: Instagram
 
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Another Karol g restaurant / rooftop bar def make a reservation
Provenza Official: Instagram
 
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Cute gift shop in laureles
Dharma Tienda Creativa - Arte, Inspiración y Bienestar Online
 
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Coffee and gift shop in laureles
TÍPICA
 
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Another cute gift shop
Papeles con amor - Tienda de regalos Medellín - Papeles con ...
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Cute jewelry shop
Tienda de accesorios y aretes con baño en oro
 
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Delicious coffee near laureles
Marca de café Colombiano | Cafe de Amalia
 
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Amazing cafe with empanadas near laureles
LaCiveta&ElElefante | Café (@lacivetayelelefante) • Instagram profile
 
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Obsessed with this listening bar
Siete Pulgadas (@sietepulgadasbar) • Instagram profile
 
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Another really cool bar
Mad Records Medellin (@madrecordscafemed) • Instagram profile
 
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Really good Colombian food
Home | Mamasita
 
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Really good food! And SO cute
Casa el Ramal
 
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Restaurant with a 180 view of the city
Espíritu — Precompro.com
 
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Really cool rooftop bar recommendation for reservations
No Digas Nada Rooftop (@ndnrooftop) • Instagram profile
 
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The best restaurant if you eat anywhere eat here it's like so amazing
TEST (@test.klab) • Instagram profile
 
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The coolest street clothes shop!
Latin Lover
 
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Delicious European bakery
La Fabryka – Panadería y Reportería
 
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All day brunch it's so good.
Café Medellín: General, el mejor all-day brunch de la ciudad
 
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Cool Lebonese restaurant
Inicio
 
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Contemporary Colombian food
GABO.MDE | GASTRONOMIA COLOMBIANA | RESTAURANTE MEDELLIN | RESTAURANTE ENVIGADO
 
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Unique clothing store for cool Medellin merch
Velmost
 
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World class fine dining
Idílico | Fine Dining Medellín & Modern Cuisine
 
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Get a hot dog lol
Los Perritos Perros y Hamburguesas Quesudos | Comidas Rápidas
 
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Buy a bonsai tree and enjoy some good food and coffee
GAMAN BONSAI - RESTAURANTE
 
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Rooftop in laureles
Bar - restaurante (@piso10rooftop) • Instagram profile
 
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Cute little bookstore
Inicio

Transportation

 
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We used uber to go everywhere it was so easy! If you don't have uber you can use my referral code to get 50% off your first two rides: vv8yc1hjpd8u
Explore the Uber Platform | Uber United States
 
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If taking the public bus or an uber isn't for you this is a really good option to get from the airport to town
Medellin Private Transportation VIP Airport To Medellin