Top 10 Things To Do Medellin & Gautape | Local Woman Shows Me Around

15 places in this vlog

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1. 0:16

   Comuna 13

   🏘️ Neighborhood · San Javier

   Guided tours led by locals explain how art and culture helped bring peace to the area.

2. 0:46

   Chota 13 Gallery

   🏛️ Museum · San Javier

   Described as one of the craziest art galleries around.

3. 1:20

   Mirador El Cristo

   🏢 Landmark · Medellín

   Best visited at night when the city lights sparkle below; guided tours explain the city's history.

4. 2:04

   Plaza Botero

   🏢 Landmark · La Candelaria

   A short walk from Museo de Antioquia, which has more Botero works.

5. 2:16

   Museo de Antioquia

   🏛️ Museum · La Candelaria · brief mention

6. 2:22

   Museo El Castillo

   🏛️ Museum · El Poblado

   Part of the story of Medellín's early growth and beginnings is explained inside.

7. 3:08

   Provenza

   🏘️ Neighborhood · El Poblado

8. 3:19

   Yaki Chan

   🍴 Restaurant · Provenza

   The sushi is the highlight.

9. 4:25

   Metrocable

   🚡 Activity · San Javier

   Used by locals for everyday transport, not just tourists, giving a different perspective on the city.

10. 5:26

    El Poblado

    🏘️ Neighborhood · El Poblado · brief mention

    Recommended as the area to stay in Medellín.

11. 7:32

    Guatapé

    🚆 Day trip · Guatapé

    About 1.5 hours' drive from Medellín; tuk-tuks are a fun way to get around town.

12. 7:50

    Piedra del Peñol

    🥾 Hike · Guatapé

    A slightly challenging climb but 100% worth the view.

13. 8:39

    Mirador del Lago

    🍴 Restaurant · Guatapé

    Recommended for relaxing after a full day exploring Guatapé.

14. 8:52

    Guatapé Reservoir Boat Ride

    🚡 Activity · Guatapé

    Rides can stop at Pablo Escobar's former mansion.

15. 9:03

    La Manuela

    🏛️ Historic site · Guatapé

    Said to be Escobar's second-favourite property; it was destroyed by his enemies.