What to do when visiting Medellín for a vacation trip.

Everything you may have in mind when visiting Medellín and a list of things you can not miss when being around. Tours to do, places to visit, where to shop, where to eat, to drink, to party, how and when.

How to move around?

When arriving to Medellín first thing you need to take care of, is your transportation. Medellín airport is 30 minutes away from the city. You can find public transportation at the airport or you can arrange a private transfer before you get here. 

Once in the city, you can take Ubers or hire a private transportation service if you want more comfort. 

Where to stay ? 

If you are coming to visit for a few days, we will recommend you to stay in Poblado area. Close to best bars, restaurants, malls, airport and everything you may want to visit in the city. 

Tours to do: 

Guatapé: A giant rock in the middle of a dam. You can climb the rock, get stuning views, take a boat trip and visit the beautiful and colorful town of Guatapé. 


Comuna 13: Cable car ride, outdoors scalators, graffititour, the real local vibes. 


Coffee tour: Colombian coffee is one of our most famous things, in this tour you can get to know and taste more.


Soccer tour: If there is a game going on during your stay in Medellín, do not hesitate, go get the latin american soccer experience. 


Pablo tour: Once in Medellín you are able to know the real history of Pablo Escobar and its aftermath.


Atvs: Beautiful views from the mountains and different options of plans.


Paragliding: One of the best things you can do when visiting Medellín. Views, adrenalina, adventure, great memories.


Horseback riding: In Colombia horses are culture, in this tour you get to ride one, get beautiful views, and party as locals when riding.


Helitour: If its on your budget, have a helicopter tour in Medellín is definitely something worth it. You wont forget.


Rafting: If adrenaline and nature is your thing, this is your tour. 

Places to visit?

Provenza: bars, clubs, nightlife. This one you can NOT miss. 


Tesoro Mall: Best mall in the city, good for national and international brands. Excellent playgrounds and theme parks. Good restaurants.


Pueblito paisa: It is a replica of a traditional antioquian town. You can go grab lunch there and you will have a 360 view from the city.


Rooftops: All over the city. Medellín is in a valley, so the views are beautiful and usually the environment is cool. 

Where to eat? 

-Hatoviejo for traditional colombian food. 
- Don diablo: Best steak house in the city. 
-Colosal: for an amazing view a great food.
-El Cielo: For a different experience in a Michelin star restaurant.
- Oci: For good drinks and the best short ribs. 
-Mamba negra: For a nice, fancy and delicious dinner. 

If you have any doubts about our recommendations or something else regardind your visit to Medellín, feel free to contact us, we will he happy to help and guide.


Remember that any private service you may need in the city, you can book it with TOURPOINT MEDELLIN.

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