Colombia, MedellínMarch 19, 2022, by Michel + Renske

Best spots in the nicest city in Colombia: Medellín

Colombia, Medellín, March 19, 2022, by Michel + Renske

Best spots in the nicest city in Colombia: Medellín

Modern, hip and prosperous, that's what you can call the city of Medellín in Colombia these days. But in the past, yes, in the past this was a bit different. Medellín was known for years as the most dangerous city in the world, with many deaths every year due to the drug war, it was not exactly a tourist attraction. Since the death of Pablo Escobar (once one of the biggest drug criminals in the world), a lot has changed and improved exponentially. The entire city is easily accessible thanks to the construction of metro connections and cable cars. By suburb to center.

The nicest neighborhood in Medellin is El Poblado. A lively neighborhood with cozy shops, restaurants and nice outdoor life. You will find Colombians, tourists and many Americans there. You can enjoy a day of walking around this neighborhood. You can read about plenty of tasty coffee, breakfast and places to eat below.

 

 

Sambombi bistro local

Sambombi bistro local

To Sambombi you go for delicious natural wines, really good and fresh food and a level of service that you can't say enough about. If you are lucky you will literally see the local greengrocer/grower delivering his green rascals. Recommendations? The green salad doesn't sound exciting, but it is. In addition, the bread, both the brioche and the sourdough, taste perfectly (so take both). Furthermore, brown rice is an absolute must. Lemon pie is mandatory!
Cra. 35 ##7-10, Medellín, Colombia

Click clack hotel

Click clack hotel

The program Click Clack hotel, wonderful for taking a nap but also a wonderful place for a snack, lunch or dinner. Below the building you will find several restaurants; there is a Greek restaurant and a restaurant with a more all-round menu (hamburger, etc., you know the drill).
You are in a beautiful environment because when you say click clack you know that the interior is going well. Plants, light, and great service. You sit back and enjoy. Also a nice place for a drink/cocktail.
Cra. 37 #10A – 29, Medellín, Colombia

Carmen

Carmen

At Carmen you eat in style. Beautiful interior and very nice vibes. From polpo to empanadas, from ceviche to delicious tartare. All equally delicious. The cocktails are also wonderfully surprising, so be sure to let the friendly staff talk you into it.

There are also tasting menus available if you fancy an evening of dining.

Cra. 36 ##10a-27, Medellín, Colombia

Cafe Velvet

Cafe Velvet

Cafe Velvet: a location in both Brussels and Medellin. The business is run by only women and they invest in Colombian culture by first paying the coffee farmers a fee in order to start a plantation.
At Café Velvet you can sit outside on the terrace or, more sheltered, inside. Don't forget to order a piece of cake with your coffee: the carrot cake is a big hit.
Cra. 37 ##8A 46, Medellín, Colombia

The Somos Hotel

The Somos Hotel

A wonderfully hip, colorful hotel in the middle of the nicest neighborhood there is. The Somos hotel has a wonderfully modern architectural construction on the outside. Only two rooms per floor make this a narrow and high hotel. With a wonderful place to drink and eat both downstairs and on the roof. Small warning: During the weekend there is often a party in the club around the corner, so you can enjoy it from your bed. Wonderful to sleep here from Mon-Thurs. You can eat delicious meals on the roof; a delicious shrimp sandwich and the tastiest guacamole with feta and – yes – pineapple.
Downstairs you can enjoy a delicious daily menu, good breakfast and delicious coffee. You can also sit downstairs in a kind of cellar, but in the open air. Like!
Cl 10A #40-19, Medellín, Colombia

Explore Park

Explore Park

Are you traveling with kids? then Explore Park a must. Especially because there is not a lot of entertainment for kids elsewhere in the country, apart from swimming pools and that kind of work. In Parque Explora you can indulge yourself and there is enough entertainment for a certain number of hours. There is an indoor playground (a genuinely fun one!), an indoor aquarium and life-size dinosaurs.
Cra 52 ##73-75, Medellín, Colombia