Medellin
The city’s system of cable‑car lines, which climbs from the downtown basin up into the steep hills that cradle the Aburrá Valley, defines Medellín’s modern silhouette. Medellín sits in the Antioquia department of western Colombia, framed by the Andes and the Río Medellín. With a population of about 2.5 million, it has evolved from a mid‑20th‑century industrial centre into a hub of urban innovation.
The historic centre revolves around Plaza Botero, where twelve oversized bronze figures by Fernando Botero sit beside the neoclassical façade of the former City Hall, now the Museo de Antioquia, a designated National Monument. Across the square, the modern glass dome of Parque Explora houses an aquarium and interactive science exhibits, while the adjacent Jardín Botánico displays a collection of orchids beneath a towering orchid‑shaped pavilion. The Metrocable’s Line L reaches the hillside community of Santo Domingo, where the open‑air market offers fresh fruit and the street‑level murals of Comuna 13 narrate the district’s recent transformation.
East of the city, the cable‑car continues to Parque Arví, a 16 000‑hectare ecological reserve that preserves cloud‑forest ecosystems and provides guided hikes to waterfalls and pre‑columbian archaeological sites. In the upscale El Poblado district, Avenida La Calle hosts boutique cafés and restaurants where bandeja paisa, a platter of beans, pork, plantain and avocado, is served on large ceramic plates. Every August, the Feria de las Flores fills the streets with flower‑laden floats, marching bands and the scent of roses that bloom on the surrounding slopes.
The integration of cable‑car routes into daily life, allowing commuters to travel more than 800 metres in elevation within minutes, remains the most visible testament to Medellín’s ongoing urban renewal.
Experiences in Medellin
Explore hand-picked Medellin tours and experiences led by local insiders, from wildlife encounters to cultural deep-dives.
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Antioquia Culinary Experience
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Medellin City Tour
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Hiking – Chorro de las Campanas
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Guatapé Tour
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Comuna 13 Tour
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Where to stay in Medellin
From boutique lodges to luxury resorts, every Medellin accommodation is hand-picked by our local insiders for location, comfort, and character.
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
An outdoor swimming pool set on a rooftop terrace gives The Click Clack Hotel Medellin its central focal point. This 123-room hotel stands in the El Poblado neighborhood of Medellin, Colombia, putting cultural venues and city parks within easy walking distance.
Hotel Tequendama
A rooftop terrace overlooks the cityscape at Hotel Tequendama in Medellin, Colombia. The 140-room hotel sits a five-minute ride from Botero Plaza and the Plaza Mayor Convention Center. The sports venue at Atanasio Giradot Stadium lies half a mile from the grounds.
Estelar Blue
A fifteen-minute walk connects Estelar Blue to both Poblado Park and Lleras Park. This 134-room hotel stands in the El Poblado district of Medellin, Colombia, amidst the city's main financial and commercial thoroughfares. Children aged eleven and under stay free when sharing existing bedding with a parent or guardian, up to a limit of two.
Art Hotel
An outdoor rooftop terrace and garden look out over the surrounding streets at Art Hotel, a 54-room boutique property in Medellin's El Poblado district. The hotel sits a three-minute walk from Poblado Park and lies steps away from Lleras Park in Colombia, putting the stay close to the neighborhood's main green spaces and night spots.
Hotel Dorado La 70
A 70-square-meter gaming floor and an indoor nightclub set the tone at Hotel Dorado La 70. The 158-room hotel is located in the Laureles neighborhood of Medellin, Colombia, placing guests within easy reach of the city's sports and event venues.
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