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Medellin favorites

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Things to see and do...
Good food, great people watching, especially on the weekends.
7 abantu bendawo batusa
Bastardo Restaurant
#No 8A-11 Cra. 35
7 abantu bendawo batusa
Good food, great people watching, especially on the weekends.
Amazing rooftop food and drink experience. A must.
37 abantu bendawo batusa
Alambique
Calle10#43a-30
37 abantu bendawo batusa
Amazing rooftop food and drink experience. A must.
Solid.
Botanika Lounge
37-3 Cl. 9a
Solid.
Great/fun and very popular way to spend a 1/2 day in Medellin.
145 abantu bendawo batusa
graffititour comuna 13
145 abantu bendawo batusa
Great/fun and very popular way to spend a 1/2 day in Medellin.
Upscale art gallery with works by local artists. Ask for Felipe Angel.
Arte Alto
Km 16 Le Mont
Upscale art gallery with works by local artists. Ask for Felipe Angel.
LOVE LOVE this place. Even if you don't like modern art, this is a must see in my opinion as the local park out back is full of an amazing and very positive energy... depending on the day, you'll find everything from great local street food vendors to impromptu dance recitals. Worth a visit.
354 abantu bendawo batusa
Iziko lezobuciko zeModern Art eMedellin
19a-100 Cra. 44
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LOVE LOVE this place. Even if you don't like modern art, this is a must see in my opinion as the local park out back is full of an amazing and very positive energy... depending on the day, you'll find everything from great local street food vendors to impromptu dance recitals. Worth a visit.
Just steps (literally) from the Obra 19 apartment, Akzara is a professional local spa offering reasonably priced massages and other spa treatments. That said, the spa in Celestino is much better.
It akzará thematic spa
#36-32 Calle 10
Just steps (literally) from the Obra 19 apartment, Akzara is a professional local spa offering reasonably priced massages and other spa treatments. That said, the spa in Celestino is much better.
Get a bike, tour the city on your own! Great experience!
Medellin Scooter Rentals
14-45 Cra. 43F
Get a bike, tour the city on your own! Great experience!
A museum dedicated to the memory of those lost in Colombia's more violent times, thankfully well in the past. Heavy, but worth the visit.
118 abantu bendawo batusa
Iziko lezwe laseMemory House
36-66 Cl. 51
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A museum dedicated to the memory of those lost in Colombia's more violent times, thankfully well in the past. Heavy, but worth the visit.
An absolutely jaw-dropping collection of art hidden away in an unassuming museum — a building that was once a aguardiente factory and later the palace of Rafael Uribe Uribe, the Governor of Antioquia. The third floor all by itself would be worth the trip as it houses an staggering collection of invaluable works by Botero (and some from his personal collection) and — like the statues in the adjacent plaza — all works were donated to the city by the artist himself. Amazing. The next two floors feature a beyond impressive collection of works by other Colombian & Antioquian artists from Francisco Antonio Cano to Pedro Nel Gómez. Amazing.
396 abantu bendawo batusa
I-Museo we-Antioquia
52-43 Cl. 52
396 abantu bendawo batusa
An absolutely jaw-dropping collection of art hidden away in an unassuming museum — a building that was once a aguardiente factory and later the palace of Rafael Uribe Uribe, the Governor of Antioquia. The third floor all by itself would be worth the trip as it houses an staggering collection of invaluable works by Botero (and some from his personal collection) and — like the statues in the adjacent plaza — all works were donated to the city by the artist himself. Amazing. The next two floors feature a beyond impressive collection of works by other Colombian & Antioquian artists from Francisco Antonio Cano to Pedro Nel Gómez. Amazing.
Fantastic collection of art by local artists. And Carlos is a great guy who's more than happy and qualified to introduce you these works and the artists behind them.
Carlos Orozco Galeria y Marqueteria
43d 95 Cl. 12
Fantastic collection of art by local artists. And Carlos is a great guy who's more than happy and qualified to introduce you these works and the artists behind them.
Easy day trip using the local metro system to (and over, by cable car) a massive local nature reserve. Great spot for group hikes.
825 abantu bendawo batusa
Parque Arvi
825 abantu bendawo batusa
Easy day trip using the local metro system to (and over, by cable car) a massive local nature reserve. Great spot for group hikes.
Excellent local dentist with very reasonable rates
International Smiles
30 A 21 Cl. 11
Excellent local dentist with very reasonable rates
Get the Ajiaco. The end.
149 abantu bendawo batusa
Restaurante Mondongo's El Poblado
38-38 Cl 10
149 abantu bendawo batusa
Get the Ajiaco. The end.
Solid spot to see a futbol (soccer) match or just chill on a nice day. Even better if, Craig, the owner is around -- fun guy.
18 abantu bendawo batusa
Barrio Central Café Bar
## 68 - 123 Cq. 2
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Solid spot to see a futbol (soccer) match or just chill on a nice day. Even better if, Craig, the owner is around -- fun guy.
Like every Irish Pub anywhere in the world, great place to eat wings and watch whatever big game may be on that day.
6 abantu bendawo batusa
Patrick's Irish Pub
#8 A 43 Cra. 37a
6 abantu bendawo batusa
Like every Irish Pub anywhere in the world, great place to eat wings and watch whatever big game may be on that day.
If you're not staying with me, stay here!
Celestino Boutique Hotel
8a-60 Carrera 37
If you're not staying with me, stay here!
Great Aisan fare. Small place, long lines, arrive early.
26 abantu bendawo batusa
Bao Bei Cocina Asiática Contemporánea
11-55 Cra. 36
26 abantu bendawo batusa
Great Aisan fare. Small place, long lines, arrive early.
GATO!! Personal favorite hangout spot for a drink. Ask for Nicolas, one of the owners and generally hilarious guy from Argentina.
21 abantu bendawo batusa
GATO-RESTO BAR
8A-95 Cra. 35
21 abantu bendawo batusa
GATO!! Personal favorite hangout spot for a drink. Ask for Nicolas, one of the owners and generally hilarious guy from Argentina.
13 abantu bendawo batusa
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
10A 29 Cl 10B
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Landmark Hotel Medellin

Food Scene

Killer local cafe and digital nomad working space.
104 abantu bendawo batusa
Pergamino Cafe
8A-37 Cra. 37
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Killer local cafe and digital nomad working space.
GATO!! Personal favorite hangout spot for a drink. Ask for Nicolas, one of the owners and generally hilarious guy from Argentina.
21 abantu bendawo batusa
GATO-RESTO BAR
8A-95 Cra. 35
21 abantu bendawo batusa
GATO!! Personal favorite hangout spot for a drink. Ask for Nicolas, one of the owners and generally hilarious guy from Argentina.
7 abantu bendawo batusa
Bastardo Restaurant
#No 8A-11 Cra. 35
7 abantu bendawo batusa
Killer. 11 on a 10-point scale. Go. Try the bacon-wrapped avocado or, anything else, really. :)
37 abantu bendawo batusa
Alambique
Calle10#43a-30
37 abantu bendawo batusa
Killer. 11 on a 10-point scale. Go. Try the bacon-wrapped avocado or, anything else, really. :)
Super legit local restaurant severing up the freshest of fresh fare from inside of the massive local market, Plaza Minorista José María Villa. Two great local experiences. Try the ribs.
Aquí Paró Lucho Restaurante V
55180 Cra. 58
Super legit local restaurant severing up the freshest of fresh fare from inside of the massive local market, Plaza Minorista José María Villa. Two great local experiences. Try the ribs.
Worth a visit to see experience a local market and sample some of the many fruits unique to Colombia.
11 abantu bendawo batusa
Plaza Minorista
#57-80 Cl. 55
11 abantu bendawo batusa
Worth a visit to see experience a local market and sample some of the many fruits unique to Colombia.
KILLER Ramen
Douraku
#10 - 64 Cra. 42
KILLER Ramen

Arts & Culture

Great/fun and very popular way to spend a 1/2 day in Medellin.
145 abantu bendawo batusa
graffititour comuna 13
145 abantu bendawo batusa
Great/fun and very popular way to spend a 1/2 day in Medellin.
Wonderful local artists "makerspace"-- ask for Thomas King, founder and organizer.
Göra makerspace
40-24 Cl. 47
Wonderful local artists "makerspace"-- ask for Thomas King, founder and organizer.
An absolutely jaw-dropping collection of art hidden away in an unassuming museum — a building that was once a aguardiente factory and later the palace of Rafael Uribe Uribe, the Governor of Antioquia. The third floor all by itself would be worth the trip as it houses an staggering collection of invaluable works by Botero (and some from his personal collection) and — like the statues in the adjacent plaza — all works were donated to the city by the artist himself. Amazing. The next two floors feature a beyond impressive collection of works by other Colombian & Antioquian artists from Francisco Antonio Cano to Pedro Nel Gómez. Amazing.
396 abantu bendawo batusa
I-Museo we-Antioquia
52-43 Cl. 52
396 abantu bendawo batusa
An absolutely jaw-dropping collection of art hidden away in an unassuming museum — a building that was once a aguardiente factory and later the palace of Rafael Uribe Uribe, the Governor of Antioquia. The third floor all by itself would be worth the trip as it houses an staggering collection of invaluable works by Botero (and some from his personal collection) and — like the statues in the adjacent plaza — all works were donated to the city by the artist himself. Amazing. The next two floors feature a beyond impressive collection of works by other Colombian & Antioquian artists from Francisco Antonio Cano to Pedro Nel Gómez. Amazing.
Upscale art gallery with works by local artists. Ask for Felipe Angel.
Arte Alto
Km 16 Le Mont
Upscale art gallery with works by local artists. Ask for Felipe Angel.

Parks & Nature

825 abantu bendawo batusa
Parque Arvi
825 abantu bendawo batusa

Shopping

Massive up-scale mall with a retractable roof where you can find most anything.
447 abantu bendawo batusa
Santafé Mall
170 Cl. 7 Sur
447 abantu bendawo batusa
Massive up-scale mall with a retractable roof where you can find most anything.
Big local market selling tons of everything, including a wide variety of fresh & unique local fruits and veggies. Also home to the local restaurant "Aqui Paró Lucho" serving up dishes made fresh from goods at the market, including a number of fish dishes and some famous ribs -- well worth a visit.
11 abantu bendawo batusa
Plaza Minorista
#57-80 Cl. 55
11 abantu bendawo batusa
Big local market selling tons of everything, including a wide variety of fresh & unique local fruits and veggies. Also home to the local restaurant "Aqui Paró Lucho" serving up dishes made fresh from goods at the market, including a number of fish dishes and some famous ribs -- well worth a visit.

Drinks & Nightlife

Local dive.
Berlín Bar-Restaurante
41-65 Calle 10
Local dive.
Solid spot to check out local and visiting DJs.
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Salon Amador
#40-30 Calle 10
48 abantu bendawo batusa
Solid spot to check out local and visiting DJs.
Grab a drink in the park!
50 abantu bendawo batusa
37 Park
8a-4 Cra. 37
50 abantu bendawo batusa
Grab a drink in the park!

Entertainment & Activities

Scooters are great way to get out-and-about and experience more of the Medellin area.
Medellin Scooter Rentals
14-45 Cra. 43F
Scooters are great way to get out-and-about and experience more of the Medellin area.