Parque Nacional del Cafe - Located in the town of Montenegro, Quindío, 160 miles north of Bogotá, in the heart of the coffee growing region of Colombia, the park is a blend of mechanical attractions, ecotourism, and family entertainment.
El Poblado Commune - El Poblado is known as "Las Manzanas de Oro" (The Golden Apples)because it is the main center of the industrial and commercial life of the second largest economy of Colombia. In the 1970s, El Poblado became the primary place of Medellín's wealthiest residents, the second urban center and was given nicknames like "Milla de Oro" (Golden Mile).
El Poblado Square - It is the main square that is important for being the exact spot where the Spaniards founded the first European settlement in the Aburrá Valley in 1616 and it is considered the first seed of Medellín. There are not remains of that time however. The square is a very traditional Antioquian square that follows the Spaniard architecture where the main building is the Saint Joseph Church (Iglesia San José del Poblado). The square is on the interjection of El Poblado Avenue and the 10th Street, this last one a preferred place by young people because its nightlife and great commerce.
The Lleras Park - It is located between the 9th and 10th streets and the 35th and 38th carreras. It is also known as Zona Rosa, that in Latin America means a place of nightlife, restaurants, discos, youth gatherings, and different kinds of enjoyment.
Park Bolivar - The park was inaugurated in 1892 and named in honor of the liberator Simón Bolívar. The park is equivalent to two blocks, with approximately 14,400 m² in area divided between green and paved areas, and has a varied flora, with native trees. Around it are located several cultural sites of the city: at the north side the Metropolitan Cathedral of Medellín, and at the southeastern coast is the Lido Theater, run by Ballet Folklórico de Antioquia. The first three Sundays of each month at 11:15 a.m. the Banda Sinfónica Universidad de Antioquia offers their traditional Sunday open-air concert, and the first Saturday of each month, the traditional market of San Alejo.
Parque de los deseos - also known as The Park of Wishes, the park includes Planetario de Medellin, which is not only a planetarium but a unique open space area where people can observe the universe. Special benches and a large incline are designed for people to lie down to look at the stars and to view movies on astronomy. Eleven interactive scientific attractions are in the open area. The park is very near the University of Antioquia, Medellin's fantastic Botanical Garden, the Explore Park (outdoor interactive fun), North Park (a Coney Island-like midway and amusement park) and the aquarium. Saturdays, see free open-air movies and sit in on discussions with film directors; any day, toss coins in the wishing pool and tiptoe across reflecting pools on walkways... peaceful and pretty.
Little City (El Pueblito) - Atop Cerro Nutibara which offers panoramic views of the city is El Pueblito, a replica of a rural village complete with a school, church, chemist’s shop, barber shop, café, and handicraft shops along with a sculpture of Cacique Nutibara, a native chief. It is the largest natural park within the city.
Medellin Interactive Museum - The EPM Interactive museum makes learning about energy fun for all ages. Multilingual guides lead visitors through the museum where most exhibits are hands-on. A Van de Graaff Generator makes one’s hair stand on end, another gismo takes an image of ones aura, but the most fun are the Disney-like rides. On the Future Floor, visitors pick an animal to follow into the future and an attractive female robot explains what happens to that animal without good conservation methods. A centrifuge ride recreated the g-force experienced by astronauts. There are 22 rooms on four floors and over 200 experiments.
Bare Foot Park - Parque de los Pies Descalzos is an open sky space with a peaceful oriental atmosphere. It is a delightful contrast to the noise of the city. A sand park, water fountains, zen garden, guadua tree forests, and wooden tables are surrounded by business buildings. Park attendants guide visitors through a series of relaxation exercises. Truly one of the world’s most unique city parks.
Museo de Antioquia - an art museum in Medellín, Colombia. It houses a large collection of works by Medellín native Fernando Botero and Pedro Nel Gómez. It was the first museum established in the department of Antioquia and the second in Colombia. The museum is located in the center of Medellín on the Plaza Botero near the Parque Berrío metro station.
Turibus Colombia - Hop-on-hop-off the tour bus for an introduction to the city. The four-hour tour stops at all the important sites. The guide is multilingual. Get on at Park Poblado and start early to allow for extended time at Park Bolivar, Barefoot Park, Parque de los deseos, Cerro Nutibara, and Plaza Botero.
La Magdalena
Piedra de Penol
Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica
Le Bon Cafe
Planetario de Medellin
Cerro Nutibara
Plaza Botero
El Museo El Castillo
