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Things to do in El Poblado, Medellín

21 places in El Poblado from 15 Medellín travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

21 places

  1. El Poblado

    Neighborhood · El Poblado

    Medellín's upscale, tourist-friendly district with high-rise apartments, high-end restaurants, chic bars, lively nightlife and a strong café culture.

  2. Provenza

    Neighborhood · El Poblado

    Lively area of El Poblado packed with restaurants and cafes.

  3. Museo El Castillo

    Museum · El Poblado

    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.

  4. Parque Lleras

    Neighborhood · El Poblado

    Medellín's lively tourist and nightlife hub in El Poblado, packed with bars and restaurants.

  5. Centro Comercial Santafé

    Shopping · El Poblado

    Large shopping mall in El Poblado with a huge number of shops, one of Medellín's many modern malls.

  6. Alambique

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    Three-storey, jungle-themed cocktail gastro bar known for its striking decor and shareable plates.

  7. Mamba Negra

    Bar · El Poblado

    Chic bar 22 storeys up with sweeping views of Medellín, ranked 81st on the World's 50 Best Bars list.

  8. The House

    Bar · El Poblado

    Huge multi-floor nightclub in Provenza with different rooms playing different music, such as reggaeton downstairs and hip-hop upstairs.

  9. Manila

    Neighborhood · El Poblado

    A walkable neighbourhood within El Poblado known for good coffee shops, popular as a base for travellers.

  10. Ciclovía on Avenida El Poblado

    Activity · El Poblado

    On Sundays Avenida El Poblado closes to cars for walking, running, skating and biking, with street vendors, live music and restaurants.

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11 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Pergamino Café

    Cafe · El Poblado

    Specialty coffee shop showcasing high-quality, expertly roasted Colombian coffee.

  2. Mondongo's

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    Busy local favourite known for mondongo tripe soup and bandeja paisa, the region's signature dish.

  3. Carmen

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    Chef Carmen Ángel's flagship restaurant, opened in 2008, showcasing Colombia's biodiverse ingredients in creative dishes, with an acclaimed cocktail bar.

  4. Náufrago Rooftop

    Bar · El Poblado

    Nautical-themed open-air rooftop bar in central Poblado serving creative cocktails built on local ingredients, with sweeping city views.

  5. Casa El Cielo

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    Laid-back bar, restaurant and listening room in the oldest house in El Poblado, serving small plates of modern Colombian cuisine.

  6. Sambombi Bistró

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    Bistro where chef Yojan Zárate works with local producers and changes the menu weekly around what's in season.

  7. Ilegal

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    Restaurant showcasing ingredients from across Colombia, with standout seafood and crudo dishes and striking presentation.

  8. La Casa de Beto

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    A local restaurant serving traditional Colombian bandejas: big plates of beans, rice, grilled meat, plantain, egg and avocado.

  9. Blue Smash Burger

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    Smash burger spot in El Poblado, a handy late stop for a hearty meal after a night out.

  10. La Matria

    Restaurant · El Poblado

    Stylish restaurant serving bandeja paisa, the signature Medellín platter of beans, chicharrón, avocado, plantain, beef and blood sausage.

  11. La Frontera

    Neighborhood · El Poblado

    Quieter, more local area at El Poblado's southern edge bordering Envigado, with larger parks and a creek for running and picnics.