7-Day Antioquia Tour Packages
Insider tips: Recommended 7-day Antioquia tour itineraries
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MelissaAntioquia travel expert at TourRadar
5 Days in Colombia, incl. Medellín and Guatapé
Over 5 days across 2 destinations in Antioquia, you'll see Medellín's urban highlights and Guatapé's natural beauty. Ride the Metrocable to Comuna 13 for street art, see Fernando Botero's sculptures in Plaza Botero, and climb the 200-meter El Peñol monolith for lake views with 3-star hotel stays throughout.
- Day 1
Arrival in Medellín
Plan to arrive at José María Córdova International Airport in the afternoon to avoid heavy morning traffic. The drive into the city takes about 45 minutes. Keep some Colombian pesos on hand for tips. Set up your base in El Poblado where you'll find plenty of restaurants and cafes along its tree-lined streets. Use this first day to adjust to the altitude since the city sits at 4,905 feet.
- Day 2
Medellín City Exploration
Head to Plaza Botero at 8:30 AM when crowds are thin and morning light makes for great photos of the sculptures. Take the Metrocable to Comuna 13 before noon to avoid typical afternoon storms. Put on good walking shoes and pack water for the two-hour street art tour. The steps in Comuna 13 are pretty steep but worth the climb.
- Day 3
Guatapé Day Trip
Get on the road by 7:00 AM for the two-hour trip to Guatapé. Start with El Peñol right away before it gets hot and crowded. You'll need about $10 in cash for entry and water for the 740-step climb. A recent visitor shared: "The steps have handrails and numbers marking your progress. Take breaks at the landings—the view keeps getting better as you go up!"
- Day 4
Food Tour & Local Culture
Skip breakfast and start your food adventure at Minorista Market in the morning when it's most active. You'll want to save room to try local treats like arepas, empanadas, and buñuelos. Don't forget to taste unique fruits such as lulo and granadilla. Bring hand sanitizer and small bills. Your afternoon is open to visit Parque Arví by cable car or check out Santa Fé mall.
- Day 5
Departure Day
Schedule your flight for the afternoon if you can since morning traffic to the airport can be slow. Use any extra morning time to visit Parque de Los Deseos for one last city view and coffee. Most hotels will hold your bags if you're leaving later letting you fit in some final shopping at El Hueco market for Colombian goods.
4 Days in Colombia: Medellin Urban Beauty to Rural Bliss
Over 4 days, you'll see 2 different sides of Colombia—from Medellín's urban innovation to Guatapé's rural charm in the Andes Mountains. After checking out Plaza Botero's art-filled square and riding the Metrocable for hillside views, you'll head to Santa Elena's traditional finca silletera for a closer look at flower farming culture before climbing El Peñol Rock's 740 steps.
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