Eco-Friendly Adventure in Colombia: A Day in Medellín

Day 1: Eco Adventure

Medellín, Colombia

7:30AM

Breakfast at Cafe Casa Azul

Start your day with a hearty breakfast featuring organic ingredients sourced from local farmers, including delectable arepas and fresh Colombian coffee.
Take the metro to the Poblado station and walk a few minutes to the café.
COL$20000, 1 hour

8:30AM

Comuna 13 Tour

Join an eco-friendly walking tour of Comuna 13, where you'll see vibrant street art, hear about the area's transformation, and learn about community projects focused on sustainability.
From the café, take a short taxi ride to Comuna 13, or walk if you're feeling adventurous.
COL$60000, 3 hours

11:30AM

Visit the Parque Arví

Take the Metrocable from Santo Domingo to Parque Arví, enjoying incredible views of the city while heading to this ecological nature park where you can hike along various trails.
Return to the Santo Domingo Metro station, then take the Metrocable.
COL$35000 (includes Metrocable fare), 4 hours

3:30PM

Lunch at a Local 'Platos Tipicos' Restaurant

Savor authentic Colombian dishes like bandeja paisa made from locally sourced ingredients, served in a cozy, eco-friendly restaurant.
Locate a local restaurant near Parque Arví after your hike.
COL$25000, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Explore the Botanical Garden

Stroll through the Medellín Botanical Garden, a beautiful 14-hectare space that promotes biodiversity and conservation, and often hosts various eco-friendly workshops.
Take the metro back to Universidad station, the garden is a short walk from there.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at El Cielo

End your day with a delicious dinner at El Cielo, known for its innovative Colombian cuisine that emphasizes sustainability and local ingredients.
You can take an Uber or a taxi back to El Poblado for your dinner reservation.
COL$80000, 2 hours

8:30PM

Stroll the Parque Lleras

Finish your adventure with a leisurely walk around Parque Lleras, where you can enjoy the vibrant nightlife and reflect on your eco-friendly adventure.
It's within walking distance from El Cielo.
Free, 1 hour
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