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Medellín in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Medellín covers the city, Guatapé and the Andes. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Colombia — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Comuna 13 & city
  2. 2Day 2: Guatapé
  3. 3Day 3: Coffee or paragliding
  4. 4City, lake & Andes

Day 1: city & Comuna 13

Graffiti tour, Botero Plaza and food.

Day 2: Guatapé

Climb the rock and explore the town.

Day 3: coffee or fly

A coffee farm tour or paragliding.

Medellín in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Medellín?
Three days is ideal — Comuna 13 and the city on day one, Guatapé on day two, and a coffee farm tour or paragliding on day three, covering the city, lake scenery and Andes.
What is the best day trip from Medellín for 3 days?
Guatapé is the most scenic, a coffee tour the most relaxing, and paragliding the most thrilling; all reward a third day.
How do I plan a 3-day Medellín itinerary?
Spend day one on Comuna 13 and the city, day two at Guatapé, and day three on a coffee tour or paragliding, booking the popular tours ahead.