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Things to Do in Medellin

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Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch
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Bus Tours
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£30
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Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour with Street Food
3,167
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£18
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Medellín Oasis Spa: Hydrotherapy + Thematic Relaxing Massage.
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Thermal Spas & Hot Springs
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£146
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Pablo Escobar Shared Tour of Medellin
615
Historical Tours
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£24
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The dream of flying
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Sports Lessons
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£48
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Coffee Half-Day Tour in Medellín: From the Seed to the Cup
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£61
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Medellin: Horseback Riding Adventure In Nature (Don't Overpay)
69
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£40
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Half-Day Coffee Tour at Family Farm Close to Medellín
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£59
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Electric Bike City Tour Medellin, Viewpoints, Local Snacks and Drink tastings
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£31
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green connection
36
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£28
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1. Parque Explora

Aquariums

Parque Explora is an interactive science museum in Medellín, Colombia, and a symbol of social transformation from education. It consists of an aquarium with emphasis on the Amazon, a planetarium, a public experimentation workshop -Exploratorio- and more than 300 interactive experiences for the social appropriation of knowledge. It has exhibitions dedicated to subjects such as neuroscience, music, time, people’s stories and the media that have allowed them to be told. The Aquarium and the Vivarium are spaces for education, conservation and research of life that promote a new ethic of vitality. More than 2,000 individuals of various species living there remind us that we are not alone, that our destiny is common, and that we must know and respect not only what looks like us.

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2. Museum Pablo Escobar

Speciality Museums

Get to know the profile of the historical Pablo Escobar Gaviria from the first source, to enjoy this as a great experience, open your mind and heart, free yourself from prejudice and allow a great message to come into your life so that it impacts your environment. The history that is already written, was lived in the flesh by Pablo Escobar and his family and that is what you will know directly. In the museum lie personal items of Pablo, through which his great passions are revealed.

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3. Laguna de Guatape

Bodies of Water

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The man-made lake is a part of Colombia's largest hydroelectric project.

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4. Museo de Antioquia

Speciality Museums

Admission tickets from £6

The Museo de Antioquia, located in Medellín, Colombia, is a cultural treasure that captivates visitors with its rich history and varied art collection. Its halls house a fascinating display of masterpieces by leading local and international artists, from painting and sculpture to photography and contemporary art. The museum not only offers a visually stunning experience, but also invites visitors to immerse themselves in the cultural identity of Antioquia through interactive exhibits and educational programs.

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5. Jardín Botánico de Medellín

Gardens

There are 14 collections of plants that thrive in this biodiverse tropical Andean region and the gardens are lush and…

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6. Plaza Botero

Points of Interest & Landmarks

Botero Plaza displays 23 voluminous bronze statues that were sculpted and donated by world renowned Colombian artist…

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7. Pueblito Paisa

Historic Sites

It is a unique reproducttion of Antioquian village life .

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8. Medellin Metrocable

Public Transportation Systems

The Metrocable is a gondola lift that links the city center with the surrounding hillside communities. More than just an efficient mode of transportation, it is also a convenient and affordable way to see Medellin, offering breathtaking views of the city and surrounding countryside. Your regular metro ticket covers the cost of the 30-minute ride, and you can take the trip multiple times as long as you do not exit the station. The hilltop residents make their daily commute on the Metrocable so it can get busy during peak hours. And take note of the timing of the last car from the top. – Tripadvisor

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Nature & Wildlife Areas

This sprawling nature reserve covering almost 40 acres is located on top of a hill just outside Medellín. It's a popular place for picnics and has plenty of nature trails for hiking or cycling. An experienced tour guide will be able to point out endemic species like butterflies and orchids amidst the lush forest. Don't forget to pop by the local market—which is at its most bustling on the weekends—to find local produce, handicrafts, and souvenirs. While you can drive there, one of the most scenic ways to get there is to ride Medellin's Metrocable L Line, which requires a separate ticket from the standard metro line. – Tripadvisor

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10. El Castillo Museo y Jardines

Speciality Museums

Valor ingreso: Adultos $12.000 COP Niños entre 3 y 11 años: $8.000 COP Estudiantes, presentando un carnet válido y vigente: $8.000 COP Parqueadero: Carros $6.000 Motos $3.000

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11. Centro Comercial Santafe

Shopping Malls

¡More than a Shopping Center, we want to be your world! You can find all you are looking for about entertainment, food court, stores and service.

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12. Beyond Escobar History Museum

History Museums

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Very informative tour from people that were apart of the history, highly recommend this tour if traveling to Medellin.

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