7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Medellin

  1. Day 1: Parque Explora
    15 minutes (3.2 km) from El Poblado

    Explore exhibits on science and technology, experience a 3D movie, and play in the interactive pool.

  2. Day 2: Sabaneta Park
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    25 minutes (9.3 km) from Parque Explora

    Enjoy a picnic while the children play on the playground or take a stroll around the park.

  3. Day 3: Comfama Amusement Park
    50 minutes (19.9 km) from Sabaneta Park

    Ride the amusement park rides, go bowling, play laser tag, and enjoy arcade games and other activities.

  4. Day 4: Medellin Metrocable and Arví Park
    50 minutes (19 km) from Comfama Amusement Park

    Take the Metrocable to Arví Park and hike, bike, and picnic in the beautiful natural environment.

  5. Day 5: Pueblito Paisa
    30 minutes (9.2 km) from Metrocable and Arví Park

    Visit this replica of a traditional Antioquian village for amazing city views, local crafts, and food.

  6. Day 6: Botanical Garden of Medellín
    30 minutes (11.5 km) from Pueblito Paisa

    Enjoy the beauty of nature with over 4,500 species of plants, birds, and butterflies.

  7. Day 7: Parque de los Deseos
    20 minutes (4.7 km) from Botanical Garden of Medellín

    Enjoy the playful design of the park while letting the children run and play on the playground.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Parque Explora (2 hours, $8 per person)
  • Sabaneta Park (1 hour, free)
  • Comfama Amusement Park (4 hours, $18 per person)
  • Medellin Metrocable and Arví Park (5 hours, $6 per person one way)
  • Pueblito Paisa (2 hours, free)
  • Botanical Garden of Medellín (2 hours, free)
  • Parque de los Deseos (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $30 per person per day

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, visit the Barefoot Park or Plaza Botero in downtown Medellin. For a different perspective of the city, consider the Medellin City Tour bus. If you have less time, consider skipping the Botanical Garden and Parque de los Deseos.

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