Your First Day in Medellín: Art, Energy & Local Orientation
Explore Medellín at your pace with a host who helps you get oriented, ask questions, and understand how the city moves.
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Experience Overview
Time:
3 hoursWhat to expect:
Fully tailored to your preferencesLanguage:
English (Other languages may be requested)Transport Mode:
Walking experience (may use public transport for long distances)Meeting point:
Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia, Avenida Carabobo, La Candelaria, Medellín, La Candelaria, Medellín, Antioquia, 050010, ColombiaCancellation:
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat’s Included:
Tailored itinerary based on your preferences
A knowledgeable host who knows the hidden gems
Flexible start times to fit your day
What’s Excluded:
Food, drinks and shopping expenses
Transport fares or attraction entry fees
What makes it special
This relaxed walk helps you feel grounded in Medellín. Your host shares local stories, smart tips, and ways to navigate the city with ease from your very first day.
Key Highlights:
- Get your bearings with local tips on routes, rhythm, and respectful exploration
- Discover how Medellín moves, from plazas to peaceful pockets of the city
- Walk through street life, public art, and stories of reinvention
- Learn how locals use space, from rooftop views to shaded cafés
- Choose your pace: reflect, explore, or pause when the moment calls for it
- Hear personal stories that bring resilience and renewal into view
- Leave with confidence, context, and a sense of where to go next
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Here’s what your experience could look like
These are just suggestions from our hosts to inspire your day. Your host will tailor the experience to suit your interests and tastes
Meeting point
Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia, Avenida Carabobo, La Candelaria, Medellín, La Candelaria, Medellín, Antioquia, 050010, Colombia
What you’ll do
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FAQs
Your questions, answered
Is this a traditional tour or something different?
This isn’t a traditional tour with a fixed script. It’s a fully personalized day shaped around your interests, whether it’s culture, history, neighborhoods, or hidden local spots. Your host is a knowledgeable local, more like a friend showing you their city. It’s flexible, one-on-one, and tailored entirely to you.
What if I don’t know what I want to explore?
That’s completely fine! Select an experience theme or a flexible discovery experience, and after booking, answer a few questions so your host can design the perfect experience for you.
Will I see famous landmarks or just hidden gems?
Both! Your host will take you to iconic sights if you want to see them, but they’ll also introduce you to places and stories most travelers miss.
Will I know my itinerary in advance?
Yes, you will have the opportunity to chat with your host directly and agree on a plan for the day. However, there’s always room for spontaneity and local surprises!
Can I request specific places or types of stops?
Yes! After booking, you will receive a questionnaire where you can highlight must-visit spots and anything else you’d like to include, and your host will craft your experience around them.
Can I change the meeting place?
Yes, you will be in touch with your host before your experience, and you can agree on a different meeting point with them. Your host can meet you anywhere central that’s convenient.
How much walking is involved?
This depends on the experience, but your host can adjust the pace to suit your comfort level.
Can my host meet me at my accommodation?
Hotel meet-ups are available upon request in central areas. If you're staying outside the city, your host will recommend the best meeting spot and guide you with directions.
