Tag: things to do

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: 12 de Octubre

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: 12 de Octubre

TLDR? Hiking through the Mirador Cerro El Picacho Ecopark is one of the best things to do in the commune 12 de Octubre. If you’re in Medellín long enough, you might want to get to know other parts of the city, not only its center. With 14 neighborhoods, 12 de
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A Bit About Medellín’s Corregimientos

A Bit About Medellín’s Corregimientos

TLDR? Medellin is not only the capital of fashion, it also owns the largest corregimiento in Colombia. Medellin is a bigger city than you think. Like many Colombian cities, Medellin’s urban areas are divided into comunas, which are then divided into neighborhoods. Outside the comunas are the corregimientos, the rural
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Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Santa Cruz

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Santa Cruz

TLDR: Santa Cruz is a neighborhood with urban and theatrical cultural offerings!  The neighborhoods of Medellín are full of history and culture just waiting to be discovered, and the neighborhood of Santa Cruz is no exception.  Located in Comuna 2 of Medellín’s 16 Comunas, Santa Cruz is known for being
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Medellin Neighborhood Guides: San Javier

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: San Javier

TLDR? San Javier or Comuna 13 the most touristed place in Medellin, full of urban art, a graffiti tour, and a lot of social reconstruction.  San Javier is undoubtedly one of Medellín’s most touristed areas. Visitors flock to see the famous graffiti tour, outdoor escalators, artistic shows, and immersive tours
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The Best Places to Watch the Sunrise in Medellín

The Best Places to Watch the Sunrise in Medellín

TLDR? Medellin has some of the best places to enjoy the sunset and sunrise in Colombia.  They say, “Sunsets are proof that endings can be beautiful too.” And witnessing sunsets right in the heart of Columbia is undoubtedly a beautiful memory.  Medellin is not just for tourist attractions and relaxing
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The Best Places to Grab a Coffee or a Meal in Segovia

The Best Places to Grab a Coffee or a Meal in Segovia

TLDR? If you head out to Segovia, you have some great places to grab an authentic Colombian meal or a hot coffee. The traditional Antioquian town of Segovia imparts an authentic Colombian experience to its visitors, especially through their guided tours.  The local mining industry is at the heart of
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The Best Place to Go Camping in Segovia

The Best Place to Go Camping in Segovia

TLDR? A breath from the city and noise, and an encounter with nature. that is Segovia!  You might think you won’t be able to find a comfortable hotel or good place to camp in a small town far away from the city.  Luckily, this isn’t the case in Segovia. Even
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The Best Hike in San Carlos, Antioquia

The Best Hike in San Carlos, Antioquia

TLDR? The best hike in San Carlos is Cascada la Vieja, and you can go rappelling there too! Are you a lover of natural waterfalls and hiking? San Carlos is home to one of the most attractive and famous waterfalls for ecotourism in Antioquia! If you’re looking for a natural
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Camping in San Carlos: Where to Go and What to Know

Camping in San Carlos: Where to Go and What to Know

TLDR? If you’re looking to marvel at nature without losing comfort, San Carlos Glamping El Tabor is your best option. After a week of hard work, you know that you deserve a weekend unlike any other. San Carlos is one of the preferred Paisa destinations to disconnect from the city.
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What to Know About Reggaeton in Medellín

What to Know About Reggaeton in Medellín

TLDR? If you’re looking to hear and dance reggaeton in Medellin, you should go to El Poblado.  It isn’t rare to hear Medellin called by different names. Among the most famous, we have flowers capital and the city of the eternal spring. But Medellin’s also called the capital of reggaeton. 
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The Top Restaurants and Bars in San Carlos, Antioquia

The Top Restaurants and Bars in San Carlos, Antioquia

TLDR? Rincón Costeño is the most recommended restaurant for those who visit San Carlos due to the quality-price ratio of its dishes. San Carlos is known as the Sweet Little Coast of Eastern Antioquia. Its 76 streams, rivers, and waterfalls are the main reason to visit this town. However, being
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