Destination
Medellín, Colombia
Medellín draws visitors with its spring-like climate year-round, cable cars over the hills, a creative food scene and the turnaround story of Comuna 13.
Trips to Medellín from every city
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | fine |
| May | fine |
| June | best |
| July | best |
| August | best |
| September | fine |
| October | fine |
| November | fine |
| December | best |
- August: Feria de las Flores flower festival with the silleteros parade in early August.
- December: Alumbrados Christmas lights along the river through December and early January.
- April, May, October, November: Rainier months with afternoon showers, though temperatures stay around 24°C.
Where to stay in Medellín
- El Poblado (Provenza and Manila): Hillside streets of hotels, cafes and bars where most visitors stay.
- Laureles: Flat, leafy residential grid with local restaurants and a calmer nightlife.
- Envigado: Small-town feel on the southern edge of the city, well connected by metro.
- Guatapé: Lakeside village two hours away, worth a night for the painted houses and El Peñol.
What to do in Medellín
- Ride the Metrocable up to Parque Arví
- Graffiti tour and escalators of Comuna 13
- Climb the 740 steps of El Peñol rock at Guatapé
- Botero sculptures in Plaza Botero
- Coffee-farm day trip to Jardín or Jericó
Good to know
| Airports | José María Córdova International (MDE) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | budget-friendly |
| Time zone | America/Bogota |
| Kind of trip | city, culture, nightlife, food, nature |
Questions about Medellín
When is the best time to visit Medellín?
January, February, March, June, July, August and December.
Do US citizens need a passport for Medellín?
Yes. Medellín is in Colombia; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is Medellín on the ground?
Medellín is budget-friendly by US standards: plan about $60 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.