Want to learn more about the city? Try the Medellín travel app
The Medellín Travel app is the official tourism guide developed by the Municipality of Medellín to help visitors explore the city with ease. Whether you’re looking for cultural attractions, local experiences, or the best way to get around, the app has it all in one place.
Available for both Android and iOS, it includes interactive maps, real-time updates near key sites, transportation info (metro, cable cars, buses), audio guides, and more — all designed to enhance your stay in Medellín.
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🚶♂️ Walking Tour: A Great Way to Explore Medellín
A guided walking tour is one of the best ways to experience Medellín’s history, culture, and transformation. Several companies offer free walking tours (tips-based), covering key areas such as:
Downtown Medellín & Plaza Botero – Learn about the city’s past, present, and future while visiting historic landmarks.
Comuna 13 – Discover Medellín’s most famous street art, outdoor escalators, and vibrant community life.
Provenza & El Poblado – A walk through the city’s trendiest neighborhood, filled with boutique shops, cafes, and lush greenery.
Popular Tour Companies:
Real City Tours – Highly rated, downtown & transformation-focused
Zippy Tour Medellín – Covers history, local insights, and key sites
🌆 Cultural & Historical Experiences
Plaza Botero & Museo de Antioquia – Admire Fernando Botero’s famous sculptures and explore Medellín’s top art museum.
Pueblito Paisa – A charming replica of a traditional Antioquian village with beautiful city views.
Museo El Castillo – A European-style castle with art, antiques, and stunning gardens.
Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellín (MAMM) – A contemporary art museum with impressive exhibits from Colombian and international artists.
🌿 Nature & Scenic Spots
Parque Arví – A massive ecological park just a cable car ride away, great for hiking and fresh air.
Jardín Botánico – A peaceful botanical garden in the middle of the city.
Parque Explora & Aquarium – An interactive science museum with one of Latin America’s largest freshwater aquariums.
Pan de Azúcar Hill – A scenic hike with fantastic city views.
🛍 Shopping & Entertainment
El Tesoro Shopping Park – A high-end shopping mall with excellent restaurants.
Oviedo Mall & Santa Fe Mall – Great shopping centers with international brands.
Provenza & El Poblado – Trendy areas for boutique shopping, top restaurants, cozy coffee shops, and vibrant nightlife.
🚡 Cable Cars & Panoramic Views
Metrocable to Santo Domingo & Parque Arví – A unique way to see the city from above.
Cerro Nutibara – A fantastic viewpoint with a small market and local food stalls.
🚗 Day Trips Outside Medellín
Guatapé & El Peñol Rock – Climb the 740 steps of El Peñol for breathtaking views.
Santa Fe de Antioquia – A charming colonial town with cobblestone streets.
🚌 Organized tours
Guatapé – in Spanish/English
Coffee Tour – in Spanish/English
Private City tour Medellín – in Spanish/English
Private La Comuna 13 – in Spanish/English
Important Note:
The tours mentioned above are organized and operated by an independent tour agency. Dscoop is not responsible for the organization, management, or execution of these activities. If you would like to obtain more information, book a tour, or inquire about private group tours, please email the agency directly: asesor02@travelsolutions-sa.com
