Planning a trip to Medellin, Colombia? Here are my personal favorites — from the best restaurants and must-visit cafes to a stunning boutique hotel. Everything I actually experienced and loved in the City of Eternal Spring.
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Food
The best places to eat and drink in Medellin — from world-class sushi spots to rooftop restaurants with stunning mountain views, plus iconic Colombian coffee at Juan Valdez.
WAN was one of the best meals of our trip, with creative dishes and great service.
WAN Restaurant Medellin
Cannario was a cozy spot for drinks and bites in El Poblado. Great vibe for a date night.
Cannario
Criminal Taqueria had the best tacos we ate in Medellin. Get there early because it gets busy.
Criminal Taqueria
Pergamino is the coffee shop everyone recommends in Medellin, and it lives up to the hype.
Pergamino Cafe
Juan Valdez is the classic Colombian coffee chain. I grabbed beans to bring home as gifts.
Juan Valdez Cafe
Hotel
My top hotel recommendation in Medellin — a stylish, comfortable stay in the heart of El Poblado with panoramic city and mountain views. Perfect base for exploring everything Medellin has to offer.
We stayed at Hotel San Fernando Plaza in El Poblado. Walkable, safe and close to restaurants.
