Things to do & places to visit in Antioquia Department, Colombia

Antioquia Department #3 destination in Colombia 2023. The average rating score is 4.43 based on 50.3k traveler reviews, of 380 attractions. Timezone: America/Bogota, current date and time: Sunday, May 05, 2024, 0:03.

Top things to do (44)

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5.0 Museum Pablo Escobar (2.045 reviews)
- Must be visited !!!
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums

Get to know the profile of the historical Pablo Escobar Gaviria from the first source, to enjoy this as a great experience, open your mind and heart, free yourself from prejudice and allow a great message to come into your life so that it impacts your environment. The history that is already written, was lived in the flesh by Pablo Escobar and his family and that is what you will know directly. In the museum lie personal items of Pablo, through which his great passions are revealed. See more..
5.0 Laguna de Guatape (1.623 reviews)
- I Could Live Here
Sunday: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water

From Medellin I hired a taxi to take me to Guatpe. It is normally about a two hour ride, but because this was on Sunday, there was a lot of traffic and it took almost 3 hours. The driver was very accommodating and for a small hourly fee waited in Guatape while I toured around. I took a boat tour, and the scenery is amazing. The lagoon is truly a beautiful place, dotted with lovely homes, and few remnants of Pablo Escorbar. The hour long excursion is well worth it. See more..
5.0 Medellin Adventure Trails (257 reviews)
- On the fence? Do it!
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours

We are in Medellin for 3 short days, and this experience is easily the highlight of our trip in our 2 week trip to Colombia. I just got my motorcycle endorsement last year, and my husband has been street riding for the past several years, so I wasn’t sure how the terrain and route would be matched to our differing levels. But Pablo was our guide, and even in the rain he led us through the back roads of beautiful scenery and away from the hustle & bustle of the city center. Despite the rain, we had an amazing time and will definitely be back for the longer tour the next time we visit. Because we will be back. See more..
5.0 Hang Glide Colombia (213 reviews)
- Great experience
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Parasailing & Paragliding • Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Boat Tours • Water Sports • Air Tours

Amazing view and amazing experience. Great team, takes care to food drinks and good vibes. We were 2 and really liked it. See more..
5.0 Colombia Getaway (189 reviews)
- Quick, easy, great staff
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Parasailing & Paragliding • Bike Tours • Boat Tours • Gear Rentals • Kayaking & Canoeing

In and out of the store in 5 mins and on the lake, Jefferson was very helpful. The boat was in good condition. Great afternoon. See more..
5.0 Enigma Escape Room Medellin - Envigado (167 reviews)
- Amazing evening
Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

ENIGMA Room Escape is the brand-new live escape game in Medellin. It is a challenge of escapism where you challenge your mental skills while having fun. The objective is simple: escaping from out themed room in less than 60 minutes, in group of two to six people. You will have to solve a series of puzzles and mysteries using your logic, sense of observation, reflection and teamwork. See more..
5.0 Colombia Immersion Spanish School (166 reviews)
- The staff will make your experience unforgettable!
Sunday: Spent More than 3 hours Lessons & Workshops

We love language learning! At Colombia Immersion we believe in a more compassionate world where people can communicate, connect and see the world through the eyes of their neighbors. Learning a new language can broaden our worlds and challenge us to see the world from a different perspective. By learning Spanish together, we make a journey through the Colombian culture and therefore bringing the people of the world closer together. See more..
5.0 Guatape Motos (123 reviews)
- Easy and helpful folk that get off of the beaten path :)
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Motorcycle Tours • Motorcycle Trails • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals

These guys guys were great! The bikes were in good condition, well priced, and they were so considerate to ensure you were safe to ride before you did. They’re also really trusting and helpful, with a giant map to show you how to get to all these places around Guatapé that most never see; waterfalls, rivers, towns. We didn’t do the organised your, instead opting to rent a bike for a few hours and ride to San Rafael for lunch. Even just the road and the views were worth it! Definitely make this a part of your Guatapé stay and get off of the beaten path :) See more..
5.0 Escuela de Vela de Antioquia (118 reviews)
- a must do in Guatape - beautiful
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Sports Camps & Clinics • Boat Rentals

we had a wonderful spectacular beautiful day sailing with Rene right next to Peñol from the beautiful sailing club - a wonderful experience and a must do when you visit Guatapè See more..
5.0 Tejo In Medellin (tour) (110 reviews)
- A Must Do!!
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

BY RESERVATION ONLY. WE ARE NOT ALWAYS OPEN Cost= 40,000 each person. You get a lesson on how to play, 2 hours of play, and 2 hours of coaching. Normal hours of business are Tuesday through Friday 4pm to 6pm and or 6pm to 8pm. We need a minimum of 6 people during the week. Evening start times are possible with 6 or more people. Saturday we need a minimum of 8 people and Sundays, a minimum of 10 people. Tejo is the national sport of Colombia. You throw a metal disk of steel at packages of gunpowder and hope they explode. I can teach you how to play. It's great fun for everyone. See more..
4.5 Medellin Metrocable (6.725 reviews)
- An aerial view to the city of the eternal spring
Public Transportation Systems

The Metrocable is a gondola lift that links the city center with the surrounding hillside communities. More than just an efficient mode of transportation, it is also a convenient and affordable way to see Medellin, offering breathtaking views of the city and surrounding countryside. Your regular metro ticket covers the cost of the 30-minute ride, and you can take the trip multiple times as long as you do not exit the station. The hilltop residents make their daily commute on the Metrocable so it can get busy during peak hours. And take note of the timing of the last car from the top. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.5 Parque Explora (3.273 reviews)
- Great place to spend on a weekend day
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Aquariums

Parque Explora is an interactive science museum in Medellín, Colombia, and a symbol of social transformation from education. It consists of an aquarium with emphasis on the Amazon, a planetarium, a public experimentation workshop -Exploratorio- and more than 300 interactive experiences for the social appropriation of knowledge. It has exhibitions dedicated to subjects such as neuroscience, music, time, people’s stories and the media that have allowed them to be told. The Aquarium and the Vivarium are spaces for education, conservation and research of life that promote a new ethic of vitality. More than 2,000 individuals of various species living there remind us that we are not alone, that our destiny is common, and that we must know and respect not only what looks like us. See more..
4.5 Metro de Medellin (3.198 reviews)
- Fast, Cheap, Efficient, and Clean!
Public Transportation Systems

We were truly impressed with the metro system in Medellin, as it was so cheap to get around from one end to the city, to another. The service was on time, really fast, and the cleanest I've ever seen. Definitely the way to go if you want to travel fast in Medellin. See more..
4.5 Jardín Botánico de Medellín (2.510 reviews)
- A lovely place to spend a couple hours
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Gardens

Nice park. I spent about two hours here (and I really like plants so I lingered). Entrance is free to the general gardens with a 4,000 peso charge for the butterfly exhibit - only a one US dollar and definitely worth it. Butterfly tour is via a guided tour in Spanish but I just enjoyed the surroundings while she talked since my Spanish is limited. Only plants in the butterfly exhibit have identifying signs. Still, it's a nice place to wander around. I was asked for proof of covid vaccination and identification matching that on my vaccination card. See more..
4.5 Piedra Del Penol (2.476 reviews)
- Definitely worth a visit.
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Geologic Formations

You have to buy a ticket and climb over 740 steps to reach the viewing tower on top of this monolithic rock, but the sweeping 360º views of Guatape Lake and the surrounding El Penol region are well worth the price of admission. There are also restaurants at both the base and the summit. If you're already in Guatape town, it's a short tuk-tuk ride or an easy half-hour walk from the square. For travelers coming from Medellin, La Piedra is a two-hour bus trip away; booking a day trip is often a cheap and convenient option. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.5 Parque Arvi (2.081 reviews)
- Arvi park
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

This sprawling nature reserve covering almost 40 acres is located on top of a hill just outside Medellín. It's a popular place for picnics and has plenty of nature trails for hiking or cycling. An experienced tour guide will be able to point out endemic species like butterflies and orchids amidst the lush forest. Don't forget to pop by the local market—which is at its most bustling on the weekends—to find local produce, handicrafts, and souvenirs. While you can drive there, one of the most scenic ways to get there is to ride Medellin's Metrocable L Line, which requires a separate ticket from the standard metro line. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.5 Museo de Antioquia (2.004 reviews) from $6.50
- Must See Art Museum w Botero Floor
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM History Museums

This is the best museum in Medellin for Colombian modernist and some historic art. The impressive full floor of Boteros and rhe Botero sculptures in the adjacent plaza need at least an hour. Don't miss the rest of the collection which needs adequate time to appreciate. Not the nicest part of the city but a "must see" attraction. Great and affordable priced gift store. See more..
4.5 El Castillo Museo y Jardines (787 reviews)
- Medellin’s secret garden - a fun way to escape the busy city
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

Valor ingreso: Adultos $12.000 COP Niños entre 3 y 11 años: $8.000 COP Estudiantes, presentando un carnet válido y vigente: $8.000 COP Parqueadero: Carros $6.000 Motos $3.000 See more..
4.5 Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13 (549 reviews)
- Fantastic Place to Visit
Points of Interest & Landmarks

I found the half day we spent in Communa 13 incredibly interesting and rewarding. We had a guided tour of tge Commuba and learned a lot about it's history. The escalators are a brilliant way to explore the area and have really opened up the communa to visitors and the rest of the city. If you told ne before I went that a set of escalators would be one of the highlights of my tine in Medellin, I'd have laughed! But they were! The place is so vibrant, so colourful, so energetic, and the escalators have had a huge effect on the place. Amazing views of the city and a great place to visit. See more..
4.5 Centro Comercial Santafe (477 reviews)
- Large modern shopping mall.
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Shopping Malls

¡More than a Shopping Center, we want to be your world! You can find all you are looking for about entertainment, food court, stores and service. See more..
4.5 Planetario de Medellin (464 reviews)
- Great for kids, and adults
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Observatories & Planetariums

We had a great time at the planetarium. My grandkids ages 4 and 6 six year olds had a blast and educational. See more..
4.5 El Tesoro Parque Comercial (398 reviews)
- Great view of the city
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Shopping Malls

Quite an impressive high-end mall. Better than the majority of malls I've seen back in the US. Great place to hang out, rest, and get food. The views of the city are absolutely spectacular as well. Worth the trip if you have some extra time. See more..
4.5 Centro Historico Santa Fe de Antioquia (332 reviews)
- A snapshot of Colombia's colonial history - worth a visit.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Most travelers do not understand how huge the size of Colombia is. From Medellín to Santa Fe de Antioquia is about 90 minutes on a good day. Sadly, the construction of the new autopsista (freeway) means that there are lots of one-lane, traffic-control areas and lots of huge construction trucks along the route. We encountered 30 minute plus delays coming and going. I highly recommend starting much earlier in the day. Once there, park a few blocks away in the private parking lots if you're in a private car. Lots of little places to explore in the town square starting with the Basilica and then the other churches all a minutes apart. If you speak and read Spanish, the attractions will be more interesting. Plenty of OK restaurants and places to get coffee and ice cream. It is always warm here - dress accordingly. Enjoy your visit. See more..
4.5 Río Claro Valley (317 reviews)
- Amazing place!
Nature & Wildlife Areas

This is a stunning natural reservation and a must see if you are in town and of course if you are looking to spend some time in the middle of nature and out of the city and its normal rhythm. The facilities are simple but very well kept, the river is absolutely beautiful but gotta be careful since its really strong. This is Colombia so everything is under your risk.. there are no life guards or anything, if you drown you drown..so don't be stupid! We went to the cave and it is absolutely amazing!! just make sure you are in shape to hike through the forest for 1 hr, cross the river fully dressed (shoes and pants strongly recommended) and then walk though the cave for 40 min.. the cave has a stream of water that goes back to the river.. you gotta swim and jump into wells.. slide through the rocks etc... they don't speak English and don't do a good job describing the adventure with all it takes.. so make sure you are in shape and are willing to go for it, once you cross the river there's no going back! If you prefer to be with small groups definitely avoid weekends! See more..
4.5 Museo Casa de la Memoria (316 reviews)
- A very powerful museum
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

This museum is great, a must for visitors to Medellin. It is a powerful history lesson and remembrance of the decades of armed conflict in Colombia, with particular focus on humanizing all victims. While the content is very heavy (obviously), the museum also sends a powerful message of hope and solidarity in Colombia. Give yourself at least a couple hours to be there because there is a lot to see and absorb. See more..
4.5 Plaza Mayor (271 reviews)
- Nice oasis in busy city
Sunday: Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

If you are visiting the museum of agua or el parque of tired feet then you may as well cross the street to Plaza Mayor. I cannot comment on shows there but they have 5 or 6 very pleasant restaurants overlooking a small bamboo garden....on a weekday lunch time it was busy with local office workers enjoying themselves...the restaurants are more "elegant" than the fast food places you will find around museum del agua. See more..
4.5 Centro Historico de Jardin (265 reviews)
- A perfect little Colombian town.
Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

It would be really hard to find a cuter town than Jardin. The central square was perfect with brightly colored building surrounding it, and locals and tourists alike out enjoying this beautiful place. There were lots of places to sit and have a drink or get something to eat and watch the world go by. If you are here, stay into the evening for the nightlife and to watch the riders come into town to show off their amazing horses. A very unique experience. See more..
4.5 Rafael Uribe Uribe Palace of Culture (263 reviews)
- Free to visit and a lovely exhibit of art.
Sunday: Convention Centers

It is a free Cultural Center in a lovely old building.The art exhibited when I was there was beautiful and varied. I volunteer at the Chicago Cultural Center which is also free and has exhibits and cultural events like this center and I really enjoyed my visit. See more..
4.5 Viajes Maxitours (256 reviews)
- Highly recommended!!
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM City Tours • Cultural Tours • Boat Tours • Sightseeing Tours

Our tour guide, Nelson, was awesome!! A fun excursion that packed in a whole lot in a day. The short riverboat cruise that went by Pablo Escobar's abandoned compound was super interesting. The town of Guatape was beautiful... I wish we had more time to spend here. Definitely recommended for a day trip while in Medellin!! See more..
4.5 Parque Norte (247 reviews)
- Good
Amusement & Theme Parks

Is North Park A Space culture and citizen , here is welcome joy and respect . There are 160,000 m2 of Entertainment & nature : In addition you can find the largest urban lake Directors of Latin America. We scammers 25 Mechanical Distributed in four themed attractions squares. See more..