First Time in Medellín? Don’t Miss These 10 Experiences!

1️⃣ Comuna 13 Walking Tour Zippy Tour: Led by locals who grew up here, sharing raw stories of transformation. Pay-what-you-wish (~$15). 2️⃣ Memory House Museum A moving tribute to the city’s painful past. Tip: Use Google Translate for Spanish-only exhibits. 3️⃣ Cable Car at Night Line J from San Javier Station: Watch Comuna 13 light up like a "grounded galaxy." ✨ 4️⃣ Guatapé Day Trip Bus from Terminal Norte: Ask to stop at El Peñol Rock (740-step climb for epic lake views). Tuk-tuk to the rainbow-colored town afterward. 5️⃣ El Poblado Nightlife Safest party zone: Pubs, salsa bars, and techno clubs. 6️⃣ Botero Plaza Pose with Fernando Botero’s iconic chubby sculptures. 🎨 7️⃣ Modern Art Museum Rooftop Sunset over the city + thought-provoking exhibits on urban decay. 8️⃣ Eat Your Way Through Medellín From bandeja paisa to global cuisine (see my "Medellín Restaurant Hit List"). 9️⃣ Dive into Museums Palace of Culture: Free entry, stunning architecture. Museum of Antioquia: Botero’s masterpieces + local art. 🔟 Pablo Escobar Tour Controversial but fascinating—dig into the narcos’ dark legacy. About Me: Victor, a Dutch-based travel enthusiast. #Medellin #OffTheBeatenPath #Comuna13 #Guatape