15/06/2026
Save this for all the places you absolutely can’t miss in Colombia 👇
THE WALLED CITY, CARTAGENA
One of South America’s most beautiful old towns!
Must see:
🌸 San Diego has the prettiest streets, think pastel buildings & bougainvillea covered balconies.
🌸 Clock Tower
🌸 Plaza Santo Domingo
🌸 Cathedral of Cartagena
🌸 Sunset walk along the city walls
GETSEMANI, CARTAGENA
An artistic & bohemian neighbourhood, known for street art, colourful decorations & lively nightlife.
Must see:
🌼 Plaza de la Trinidad: lots of locals gather here at night to for live music & food stalls. This was such a vibe!
🌼 Just wander the streets for colourful alleyways & murals
GUATAPE, DAY TRIP FROM MEDELLIN
Do not miss this, just 2hrs from Medellin.
Must see:
🌷El Peñol: climb the 740 step staircase up the massive rock for panoramic views of the lake below.
🌷Guatape Town: a truly vibrant town!
COMUNA 13, MEDELLIN
Once considered one of the most dangerous neighbourhoods in Colombia, it’s now a thriving tourism destination. You can take community-led tours but they were all in Spanish when we visited.
Must see:
🪷 Vibrant street art
🪷 Local breakdance performances
🪷 Outdoor escalator system built into the hillside. Before this, locals would need to climb the equivalent of a 28-storey building to reach their homes!
🪷 Food stalls
🪷 Sweeping city views
EL POBLADO, MEDELLIN
The most popular neighbourhood for tourists. This was a great location to base ourselves, all within a short walk of great restaurants, shopping & nightlife.
Must see:
🪻Provenza: this street is closed to traffic & filled with stylish cafes, rooftop bars & boutiques.
🪻Parque Lleras: another restaurant & nightlife area with so many trees you feel like you’re in an urban forest.
SALENTO
One of Colombia’s most charming towns!
Must see:
🌺 Calle Real: the town’s iconic colourful street filled with cafés & artisan shops.
🌺 Mirador de Salento: climb the stairs here for the best view of town.
🌺 Coffee farm tour: learn how Colombia’s world-famous coffee is grown & produced
🌺 Cocora Valley hike: home to the world’s tallest palm trees, over 60m tall!
🌺 Filandia: Cute, colourful town 40min drive away
