{"id":1835,"date":"2025-12-07T10:28:05","date_gmt":"2025-12-07T15:28:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spanishlearningjourney.com\/?p=1835"},"modified":"2026-03-03T11:51:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T16:51:46","slug":"what-to-do-in-medellin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spanishlearningjourney.com\/es\/what-to-do-in-medellin\/","title":{"rendered":"Qu\u00e9 hacer en Medell\u00edn, Colombia: una gu\u00eda local"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You’re wondering what to do in Medellin? Well, Medell\u00edn is a city of mountains, music, friendly people, and small surprises around every corner. Whether you\u2019re here for a weekend or a few weeks, you\u2019ll find a mix of outdoor adventures, culture, food, and lively neighbourhoods to explore. Here are tried-and-true ideas to help you plan your days, plus a special way to make the most of your trip: learn Spanish for a day with us.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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1. Take the Metrocable and enjoy the views<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The cable cars are part of Medell\u00edn\u2019s public transport and also one of the best ways to see the city from above. Ride up to Santo Domingo or Arv\u00ed and watch the valley expand beneath you; it’s great for photos and a quick geography lesson.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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2. Walk around Plaza Botero and Museo de Antioquia<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Plaza Botero is filled with oversized sculptures by Fernando Botero and is located next to the Museo de Antioquia, which features local art and rotating exhibitions. It\u2019s a short, central stop that gives you a feel for Medell\u00edn\u2019s creativity and history.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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3. Visit Comuna 13 (street art and transformation)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Comuna 13 went from being one of the city\u2019s most dangerous areas to a global example of urban transformation. Take a guided street-art tour to learn about the murals, the outdoor escalators, and community projects that power the neighbourhood today.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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4. Day trip to Guatap\u00e9 and El Pe\u00f1ol<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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If you have a day, head about two hours out of the city to Guatap\u00e9. Climb the 740+ steps of El Pe\u00f1ol for an unforgettable panoramic view, then stroll through the colourful town with its painted z\u00f3calos (decorative lower facades).<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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5. Walk in Parque Arv\u00ed<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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It’s the perfect place for a quieter day: Parque Arv\u00ed is an excellent choice for hiking and nature. Entry to Parque Arv\u00ed itself is free, but there is a fee if you want to do a self-guided hike on the official trails or join a guided walk with a local ranger. The guided hikes are affordable (7 USD aprox.), safe, and a great way to learn about native plants and local history. Pack water and sunscreen and enjoy a slower pace.If you have a day, head about two hours out of the city to Guatap\u00e9. Climb the 740+ steps of El Pe\u00f1ol for an unforgettable panoramic view, then stroll through the colourful town with its painted z\u00f3calos (decorative lower facades).<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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6. Eat like a local: try bandeja paisa and street food<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Don\u2019t miss bandeja paisa if you want a full local meal (recommended restaurants are Hacienda Origen, and Mondongo’s). Also try arepas, empanadas, fresh fruit juices, and great Colombian coffee at small caf\u00e9s. For a quick and tasty experience, ask locals where they go, the best spots aren\u2019t always the busiest.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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7. Explore El Poblado and Laureles for food and nightlife<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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El Poblado boasts lively restaurants, bars, and rooftop views, while Laureles offers a cozier, more local nightlife with excellent eateries and caf\u00e9s. Both neighbourhoods are great for evening plans.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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8. Relax in Jard\u00edn Bot\u00e1nico<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The <\/span>Jard\u00edn Bot\u00e1nico Joaqu\u00edn Antonio Uribe<\/strong> is one of Medell\u00edn\u2019s most charming spots; free to enter, easy to reach, and full of plants, birds, and shaded paths. You can stroll through the orchid collection, visit the butterfly house (when open), walk around the small lake, or simply sit under the giant canopy of the <\/span>Orquideorama<\/em>, the park\u2019s iconic wooden structure designed to collect rainwater. If you come in September, you can also join the anual Fiesta del Libro y la Cultura (Book and Culture fair).<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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9. Learn Spanish for a day: practical, fun, and local (with us)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Want to make your trip more meaningful? Join our one-day Spanish experience<\/a> designed especially for travelers. In 2\u20134 hours you\u2019ll learn basic Spanish to navigate the country, and practical phrases to use in markets, taxis, caf\u00e9s, and with new friends. What to expect:<\/p>\n

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