3 Days in Medellin

Ready to make the most of your time in Medellin?

Stop endlessly researching or reading online reviews to figure out where you should go. Instead, learn about what's worthy from an experienced travel blogger.

Colombia's most dynamic and most improved city has plenty to see and do, but if you only have a few days in Medellin, you need a plan.

A Worthy Go itinerary is a curated collection to help you enjoy what's worthy in the city, whether it's well known or well off the beaten path.

A few highlights in this three-day itinerary:

• A spectacular cable car ride and walk through a modern park
• A sobering but touching look at the country's recent history
• Pablo Escobar's gravesite – it's free, and it's easier to find than you think
• The very best spot in town in eat, drink, and dance the night away
• An off-the-beaten-path museum and unique house built by the 'philosopher of authenticity'
• A fun daytrip to the big rock and colorful murals in Guatape

And plenty more.

This isn't just a list of places to go...

Worthy Go's mission is to make travel awesome, and to set you up to succeed.

That means giving you plenty of info to prepare before you arrive:

• Icons - know at a glance if it's free, safe for kids, easy to find, etc.
• A brief intro to the city / country
• Recommended hostels / hotels
• What to bring, how to get around, how to connect to the internet, safety warnings, and more
• Protips to get your trip started on the right foot

Oh, and specific, step-by-step directions from each place to the next.

Buy now and start exploring the awesome side of Medellin.

Last updated: July 2018

About the author

Chris Backe (rhymes with hockey) is the one-man show behind the dozens of itineraries / guidebooks on Worthy Go. He's the former travel blogger of One Weird Globe and has been traveling since 2008. He's been seen in Atlas Obscura, io9, Fark, Mental Floss, Groove Magazine, and many other publications. When not traveling, Chris enjoys a good lager and a tabletop game.