The 'city of eternal spring', with cable cars over hillside neighbourhoods, street art, coffee country and a mild climate all year. Here's what Medellín is like, when to go and how long to stay.
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Temperatures are the average daytime high in °C.
Medellín is pleasant all year, around 27°C by day and cooler at night, thanks to its altitude. December to March and June to August are the drier months. August brings the Flower Festival, with farmers carrying huge flower displays on their backs, and December has the famous Christmas lights. Other months have afternoon showers.
Ride the cable cars up over the hillside neighbourhoods for huge views, on a normal metro ticket.
A once-dangerous district reborn with street art, music and outdoor escalators. Go with a local guide.
Plump bronze sculptures by Fernando Botero outside the Museo de Antioquia.
Climb 700 steps up El Peñol rock, then explore a brightly painted lakeside town, 2 hours away.
See coffee grown and roasted on a farm in the hills.
Forest trails and a market at the top of the cable car line.
The local feast of beans, rice, pork, egg, plantain and arepa.
Medellín has changed enormously and the main tourist areas are generally fine in daytime, but take care: use registered taxis or ride apps, keep phones out of sight in the street and avoid quiet areas at night. Check your government's travel advice before you book.
Four or five days covers the city, Comuna 13 and Guatapé. Add Cartagena or the coffee region for a longer trip.
Any time, as it's mild all year. December to March and June to August are drier, and August has the Flower Festival.
Fly into José María Córdova airport, which has direct flights from Madrid and several US cities, then take a taxi or bus down to the city in about 45 minutes.
El Poblado and Laureles are the most popular areas for visitors, with good restaurants and easy access to the metro.
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