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What to do in Medellín
16 vlogs from 14 channels mention 82 places in Medellín; 6 of them appear in at least half of the vlogs. Places are ranked by how often the vlogs mention them. Press the play button on any place to watch that exact moment.
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82 places · most mentioned first
El Poblado
Medellín's upscale, tourist-friendly district with high-rise apartments, high-end restaurants, chic bars, lively nightlife and a strong café culture.
12:09· Exotic Vacationin 14 vlogsComuna 13
Former barrio once among the world's most dangerous, now one of Medellín's most colourful communities, known for its graffiti, street dance shows and guided tours.
0:52· Travelwithchrisin 11 vlogsMetrocable
Medellín's cable-car network at the ends of metro lines, offering sweeping views as it climbs the hillsides to the city's outskirts.
9:09· WorldwideWuin 9 vlogsEl Centro
Medellín's historic downtown, full of street vendors selling fruit and local dishes; guided walking tours are recommended, and visitors should watch for pickpockets.
2:09· Eat See TVin 8 vlogsLaureles
Upscale residential neighbourhood west of the city centre with relaxed cafes, often recommended as a safe, more local and cheaper alternative to El Poblado.
9:53· AK Joel's Colombiain 8 vlogsGuatapé
Colourful pueblo tucked in a green valley about two hours from Medellín, near one of the largest rocks in the world.
42:10· Two Soles Abroadin 7 vlogsParque Arví
Large nature reserve on the city's outskirts with many trails, waterfalls and fresh mountain air, reached by metro and cable car.
9:13· WorldwideWuin 6 vlogsJardín Botánico de Medellín
Massive, free botanical garden near the city centre, right off the metro line, that takes a couple of hours to explore.
3:27· Travelwithchrisin 6 vlogsPiedra del Peñol
Giant monolith about 15 minutes from Guatapé whose summit gives 360-degree panoramic views over the Guatapé reservoir.
42:18· Two Soles Abroadin 6 vlogsPlaza Botero
Downtown plaza beside the Museo de Antioquia and a key stop on walking tours of the historic center.
29:48· Eat See TVin 6 vlogsMuseo de Antioquia
Art museum on Plaza Botero with four floors of paintings and sculptures by Colombian artists such as Fernando Botero and Pedro Nel Gómez.
10:23· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 5 vlogsPueblito Paisa
Replica of a traditional Antioquian village with a cobblestone plaza and colorful houses, offering some of the best views over Medellín.
8:54· Exotic Vacationin 4 vlogsMuseo El Castillo
A 1930s Gothic-style castle inspired by the Loire Valley châteaux, once a private family home and now a museum of elegant furnishings and European and Colombian art.
12:03· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 4 vlogsParque Explora
Interactive science museum with South America's largest freshwater aquarium, a planetarium and a dinosaur display.
7:41· Exotic Vacationin 3 vlogsEnvigado
Municipality just south of Medellín, a good place for a street food tour of local snacks like empanadas.
17:30· WorldwideWuin 3 vlogsParque Berrío
A central downtown square listed among the highlights of Medellín's historic centre.
10:59· Travelwithchrisin 3 vlogsParque Lleras
Medellín's lively tourist and nightlife hub in El Poblado, packed with bars and restaurants.
1:03· El Check-In in 3 vlogsBarrio Pablo Escobar
Neighbourhood about 20 minutes from the centre where Pablo Escobar funded over a thousand homes in the late 1980s.
6:41· Travelwithchrisin 2 vlogsParque de las Luces
Downtown public square that is one of the landmarks covered on walking tours of Medellín's historic center.
9:16· World Wild Heartsin 2 vlogsCafé Cliché
Cozy restaurant blending local flavors with international cuisine.
11:34· Exotic Vacationin 2 vlogsMetropolitan Cathedral of Medellín
Medellín's main cathedral and a landmark stop on walking tours of the historic center.
11:50· Island Hopper TVin 2 vlogsCentro Comercial Santafé
Large shopping mall in El Poblado with a huge number of shops, one of Medellín's many modern malls.
1:59· WorldwideWuin 2 vlogsAlambique
Three-storey, jungle-themed cocktail gastro bar known for its striking decor and shareable plates.
7:40· Juan Marcel & Rhylanin 2 vlogsParque San Antonio
A downtown park listed among the highlights of Medellín's historic centre.
5:42· Island Hopper TVin 2 vlogsPalacio Nacional
A historic palace building in the city centre that now operates as a shopping mall.
2:58· Eat See TVin 2 vlogsParagliding in San Félix
Tandem paragliding flights launching north of Medellín, gliding over the city skyline, lush mountains and waterfalls.
0:31· Two Soles Abroadin 2 vlogsParques del Río Medellín
A pedestrian-friendly riverside park built on top of a former highway, with green spaces, skyline views, restaurants and cafes.
10:01· World Wild Heartsin 2 vlogsEl Astor
A famous Swiss-style chocolate shop and pastry house on Junín, founded in 1930.
8:15· Island Hopper TVin 2 vlogsHacienda Junín
A traditional restaurant on Junín serving classic Colombian food, with seating upstairs.
28:19· Eat See TVin 2 vlogsMamba Negra
Chic bar 22 storeys up with sweeping views of Medellín, ranked 81st on the World's 50 Best Bars list.
21:09· Eat See TVin 2 vlogsThe House
Huge multi-floor nightclub in Provenza with different rooms playing different music, such as reggaeton downstairs and hip-hop upstairs.
5:51· El Check-In in 2 vlogsComuna 13 Outdoor Escalators
Outdoor escalators built in 2012 that climb the steep hillside of Comuna 13 and helped transform the area, with viewpoints and street food along the way.
8:12· Travelwithchrisin 2 vlogsManila
A walkable neighbourhood within El Poblado known for good coffee shops, popular as a base for travellers.
0:42· AK Joel's Colombiain 2 vlogsCiclovía on Avenida El Poblado
On Sundays Avenida El Poblado closes to cars for walking, running, skating and biking, with street vendors, live music and restaurants.
3:21· Laura Gomezin 2 vlogsSanta Elena
A picturesque town just outside Medellín, recommended as a weekend road-trip destination.
6:27· Where's Wes?in 2 vlogsJardín
A small town about 3 hours from Medellín offering spectacular paragliding.
5:01· Laura Gomezin 2 vlogs
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45 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.
Mirador de las Palmas
Famous mountaintop lookout with a 360-degree panorama of Medellín, popular with locals for beers and coffee at any time of day.
4:01· Travelwithchris1 vlogIn Situ
Restaurant inside the botanical garden serving gourmet, locally sourced cuisine with garden views.
7:00· Exotic Vacation1 vlogPergamino Café
Specialty coffee shop showcasing high-quality, expertly roasted Colombian coffee.
12:51· Exotic Vacation1 vlogCalle de los Recuerdos
Famous colorful street in Guatapé, a highlight of strolling the town.
15:43· Exotic Vacation1 vlogMuseo Casa de la Memoria
Free museum sharing personal stories of the hardships Colombians endured during the conflict and how they overcame them.
7:57· WorldwideWu1 vlogMondongo's
Busy local favourite known for mondongo tripe soup and bandeja paisa, the region's signature dish.
14:23· WorldwideWu1 vlogCerro de las Tres Cruces
A short but challenging out-and-back trail to a summit marked by three crosses, with sweeping views of the city skyline and flowers along the way.
4:33· World Wild Hearts1 vlogAntigua Estación del Ferrocarril de Medellín
The historic railway station of Medellín, one of the highlights of the city centre.
9:16· World Wild Hearts1 vlogCarrera Junín
A historic downtown street that was once the promenade of Medellín's affluent residents. It is lined with shops and classic establishments.
7:19· Island Hopper TV1 vlogEdificio Coltejer
The tallest building in Medellín, named after a textile company and considered the city's landmark by many locals.
7:55· Island Hopper TV1 vlogClub Unión
A historic social club building on Junín, once a favourite gathering place of Medellín's affluent elite.
9:00· Island Hopper TV1 vlogParque de Bolívar
A central downtown square with a statue of Simón Bolívar, the Caracas-born hero of South American independence.
11:32· Island Hopper TV1 vlogPalacio de la Cultura Rafael Uribe Uribe
Ornate palace on Plaza Botero designed by a Belgian architect, a landmark from Medellín's early-1900s boom years.
2:53· Eat See TV1 vlogCarmen
Chef Carmen Ángel's flagship restaurant, opened in 2008, showcasing Colombia's biodiverse ingredients in creative dishes, with an acclaimed cocktail bar.
17:48· Eat See TV1 vlogNáufrago Rooftop
Nautical-themed open-air rooftop bar in central Poblado serving creative cocktails built on local ingredients, with sweeping city views.
20:30· Eat See TV1 vlogCasa El Cielo
Laid-back bar, restaurant and listening room in the oldest house in El Poblado, serving small plates of modern Colombian cuisine.
21:34· Eat See TV1 vlogSambombi Bistró
Bistro where chef Yojan Zárate works with local producers and changes the menu weekly around what's in season.
21:56· Eat See TV1 vlogBarrio La Sierra
Hillside former informal settlement scarred by cartel violence that has reinvented itself around urban coffee growing.
23:33· Eat See TV1 vlogCasa Finca
Family-run urban coffee farm, home of the Tinto Noir brand, offering tours since 2018 with part of the proceeds funding community programmes.
24:14· Eat See TV1 vlogIlegal
Restaurant showcasing ingredients from across Colombia, with standout seafood and crudo dishes and striking presentation.
30:59· Eat See TV1 vlogPlaza Minorista
Iconic cooperative-run market with over 2,500 vendors selling fruit, meat, fish, medicinal herbs, home goods and snacks.
33:12· Eat See TV1 vlogLa Casa de Beto
A local restaurant serving traditional Colombian bandejas: big plates of beans, rice, grilled meat, plantain, egg and avocado.
15:45· Travelwithchris1 vlogSan Fernando
After-hours strip of clubs that most tourists don't know about, popular with locals and open until around 6 a.m.
9:30· El Check-In 1 vlogBlue Smash Burger
Smash burger spot in El Poblado, a handy late stop for a hearty meal after a night out.
26:52· Travelwithchris1 vlogLa Matria
Stylish restaurant serving bandeja paisa, the signature Medellín platter of beans, chicharrón, avocado, plantain, beef and blood sausage.
Mercado del Río
Large food hall with over 35 restaurants serving cuisines from around the world.
Las Palmas
A hillside area above Medellín known for its upscale restaurants.
5:30· Medellin Buzz1 vlogLlano Grande
An affluent countryside area in eastern Antioquia near Medellín, known for upscale restaurants and events.
5:33· Medellin Buzz1 vlogLa América
A residential barrio of Medellín with a more local, less touristy feel than El Poblado.
6:12· Two Soles Abroad1 vlogPlanetario de Medellín
Medellín's planetarium, located across the street from Parque Explora.
15:06· Two Soles Abroad1 vlogDon Rafa Coffee Farm
A coffee farm offering tours of the whole process, from picking the beans to roasting and brewing a cup.
20:36· Two Soles Abroad1 vlogEl Carmen de Viboral
A picturesque town near Medellín known for its pottery, good for a weekend road trip.
4:16· Laura Gomez1 vlogAthletic Gym Manila
Clean, friendly gym in Manila with trainers and classes, handy for longer stays.
2:18· AK Joel's Colombia1 vlogLa Frontera
Quieter, more local area at El Poblado's southern edge bordering Envigado, with larger parks and a creek for running and picnics.
6:38· AK Joel's Colombia1 vlogPrimer Parque de Laureles
Landmark roundabout park at the heart of Laureles, surrounded by cafes and restaurants.
9:58· AK Joel's Colombia1 vlogSegundo Parque de Laureles
Laureles' second neighbourhood park, a central reference point for the area's eateries and low-rise apartments.
El Hueco
Bargain shopping district in El Centro full of imitation shoes, glasses, and clothes sold at a fraction of brand prices.
3:09· Where's Wes?1 vlogChota 13 Gallery
Art gallery in Comuna 13 filled with works by Chota 13, one of the neighbourhood's most famous artists.
0:46· Kemoy Martin1 vlogMirador El Cristo
Lookout point with sweeping views over Medellín, rated among the best viewpoints in Colombia.
1:20· Kemoy Martin1 vlogYaki Chan
Japanese restaurant in Provenza considered one of the best in Medellín.
3:19· Kemoy Martin1 vlogMirador del Lago
Restaurant with stunning views of the lake, serving local food.
8:39· Kemoy Martin1 vlogGuatapé Reservoir Boat Ride
Boat cruise across the reservoir surrounded by lush green mountains, taking in the area's natural beauty from the water.
8:52· Kemoy Martin1 vlogLa Manuela
Ruins of Pablo Escobar's lakeside mansion on the Guatapé reservoir, reachable by boat.
9:03· Kemoy Martin1 vlog
