Medellin

A curated guide to Medellin, Colombia: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Aquarium Medellin 4.7★ (43,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Cerro El Picacho Viewpoint 4.7★ (3,100 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Parques del Río 4.7★ (34,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Museum of Antioquia 4.7★ (8,900 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. El Castillo Museum and Gardens 4.7★ (15,000 reviews) · History museum
  6. Medellin Modern Art Museum 4.7★ (13,000 reviews) · Museum
  7. Jardín Botánico de Medellín 4.7★ (44,000 reviews) · Botanical garden
  8. Parque Arví 4.7★ (24,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Mombasa Restaurante Medellín 4.9★ (2,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Cannario rooftop 4.9★ (3,500 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. Restaurante Gabo.mde Poblado 4.9★ (6,600 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. MOJITOS RESTAURANT BAR 4.9★ (4,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. BELISARIO / BAR / RESTAURANTE / EL POBLADO / PROVENZA 4.8★ (8,700 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. General Cafe Bar Medellín 4.8★ (2,400 reviews) · Coffee shop
  7. PERGAMINO Coffee Via Primavera 4.7★ (4,300 reviews) · Cafe
  8. Alambique 4.6★ (5,800 reviews) · Restaurant

Where to drink

  1. 360 Rooftop Bar & Restaurante 4.9★ (2,700 reviews) · Bar
  2. Victoria roof garden 4.8★ (2,100 reviews) · Bar
  3. Trilogia Bar 4.7★ (2,900 reviews) · Bar
  4. Mosquito Rooftop 4.7★ (2,100 reviews) · Bar
  5. Salón Málaga 4.7★ (6,600 reviews) · Piano bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Medellin?

With 21 notable sights and 21 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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