One Perfect Day in Medellín, Colombia: Culture, Coffee, and Cuisine

Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Medellín, Colombia

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Hija Mia

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Hija Mia featuring Colombian local favorites like arepas and fresh fruit juices.
Take a taxi or a rideshare to Hija Mia in the El Poblado neighborhood.
COP30000, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Plaza Botero

After breakfast, stroll over to Plaza Botero to admire the impressive sculptures by famous Colombian artist Fernando Botero, which redefines proportions in art.
You can take the Metro from Poblado Station to San Antonio Station, then walk 10 minutes to Plaza Botero.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00 AM

Explore the Museo de Antioquia

Just next to Plaza Botero, take some time to explore the Museo de Antioquia, which offers a closer look at Colombian art, history, and culture.
Walk from Plaza Botero to Museo de Antioquia (5-minute walk).
COP20000, 1.5 hours

12:30 PM

Lunch at Parque 10

For lunch, head to Parque 10 for some classic Colombian dishes, like bandeja paisa, in a cozy atmosphere.
Take a quick taxi ride from the museum to Parque 10.
COP40000, 1.5 hours

2:00 PM

Ride the Metrocable

Post-lunch, take a trip on the Metrocable to experience breathtaking views of the city and surrounding mountains.
Walk to the nearest Metrocable station from Parque 10 and enjoy the ride up to Santo Domingo.
COP3000, 1 hour

3:15 PM

Visit the Santo Domingo Library

At the top of your Metrocable ride, take a short walk to the Santo Domingo Library, known for its modern architecture and community programs.
Walk from the Metrocable station to the library (10-minute walk).
Free, 1 hour

4:30 PM

Coffee Experience at Café San Alberto

Return to the city and visit Café San Alberto for an immersive coffee tasting experience learning about Colombia's coffee production.
Take the Metrocable back down and a taxi to Café San Alberto.
COP50000, 1.5 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at El Cielo

Cap off your day with an exquisite dinner at El Cielo, known for its creative and multi-sensory dining experience inspired by Colombian ingredients.
Take a taxi from Café San Alberto to El Cielo.
COP80000, 2 hours

8:00 PM

Evening at Parque Lleras

End your evening with a stroll through Parque Lleras, where you can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, local nightlife, and cafes.
A short walk from El Cielo leads you right to Parque Lleras.
Free, 1.5 hours
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