Natasha & Yagiz
Things To Do
Day trip to Guatapé
Guatapé is an Andean resort town in northwest Colombia, east of Medellín. It’s known for its houses decorated with colorful bas-reliefs. It sits by the vast, man-made Peñol-Guatapé Reservoir, a busy water-sports center. Piedra del Peñol, a giant granite rock southwest of town, has hundreds of steps to the top, where there are sweeping views. The nearby Marial Stone is giant rock with an overhang.
Pueblito Paisa
Pueblito Paisa is located on the top of Cerro Nutibara in Medellín. This replica of a typical turn of the century Antioquia town comes complete with its own traditional stone fountain in the middle of the town square, and is surrounded by a church and rectory, the mayor’s office, a barber shop, and a one-room school house. Pueblito Paisa is an local icon the Paisas that call Antioquia their home. Since its inception, this attraction has drawn visitors and offers a fun way to get a bird’s eye view of the city, surrounding mountains and valleys, as well as get away from the busting city below for an hour or so.
Comuna 13
Comuna 13 or San Javier is one of the 16 communes of the city of Medellín, Colombia, with a population of around 160,000. The neighborhood is associated with street art performances, graffiti, breathtaking view restaurants, artisan shops, bright colors, tours, and an energetic environment that showcases its resilience. Once being known for its history as Pablo Escobar's territory, it is now a major tourist attraction and a keystone of community tourism in Medellín.
Plaza Botero
Monumental bronze figures gracefully adorn the surroundings of the Museum of Antioquia is one of the most iconic and traditional places in Medellín: Berrío Park, home to the only outdoor place in the world that has 23 sculptures by Maestro Fernando Botero, which were donated in 2002 to the city and would become the perfect excuse to inaugurate the Sculpture Square, or as everyone knows it in Medellín, the Botero Square. There, the bronze sculptures are a living expression of the sensuality that the master Botero wants to express with his work through volume. Visit Plaza Botero during the day, this will make you feel more confident and secure and your photos will come out better.
Nightlife: El Poblado (Parque Lleras and Provenza)
Provenza Medellin has ranked in the fifteenth position of Times Out’s 33 coolest streets in the world. In Provenza Medellin, you’ll find some of the best restaurants and bars in the city. Also, you can enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of wine in one of the many cozy cafes or chic terraces that line the street. Moreover, you’ll experience the best nightlife ever. Provenza Medellin Street has many clubs that offer different music genres, from salsa and reggaeton to rock and electronic. And, if you want more, be amazed by the architecture. At Provenza Medellin, you will find luxurious and modern hotels with the charm of traditional architecture.