Travel guide · Colombia
Medellín: what to see and when to go
Medellín, the 'city of eternal spring', has reinvented itself as one of Latin America's most innovative cities, with cable cars, green parks and lively nightlife. The coffee region and the colourful town of Guatapé are close by.
What to see and do in Medellín
Comuna 13
Outdoor escalators and street art in a transformed hillside neighbourhood.
Metrocable
Cable cars that climb the hillsides up to Parque Arví.
Plaza Botero
Botero's rounded sculptures, next to the Museo de Antioquia.
Guatapé and El Peñol
A town of painted houses and a giant rock with about 700 steps, two hours away.
El Poblado and Laureles
Restaurants, cafés and nightlife in the greenest neighbourhoods.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Jul – Aug.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 11 hr, 30 min | ≈ €560 · See flights |
| New York | 5 hr, 30 min | ≈ €330 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 7 hr, 30 min | ≈ €440 · See flights |
| Dubai | 18 hr | ≈ €720 · See flights |
| Singapore | 25 hr, 15 min | ≈ €890 · See flights |
| Sydney | 19 hr | ≈ €740 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €720 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Colombia
- Currency
- Colombian Peso
- Good for
- nightlife · city · food
- How long to stay
- 3–4 days
- Where to stay
- El Poblado or Laureles for safety, restaurants and bars.Find a place to stay in Medellín
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Medellín and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Jul – Aug. Average highs range from 25° in November to 27° in July.
How many days do you need in Medellín?
3 to 4 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Medellín cost?
Accommodation runs at around €50 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €720 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 11 hr, 30 min.
Where should you stay in Medellín?
El Poblado or Laureles for safety, restaurants and bars.
