Medellin has an extensive metro system that makes it easy to travel around the city. Taxis and Ubers are also readily available with affordable rates. If you plan on going on day trips, it is recommended to book a private car or join a tour for convenience. Travel costs may range from $5 - $30 depending on the mode of transportation and distance.
For those with more time, add a visit to the botanical garden, Jardin Botanico, and a soccer game at Atanasio Girardot Stadium. For those with less time, consider skipping the Pueblito Paisa and Santa Fe de Antioquia day trips.
The main airport serving Medellin is Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) located in the city of Rionegro which is around 47 kilometers east of Medellin Center. Rafael Núñez International Airport in Cartagena and El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá are also good options with connecting flights available to Medellin.