Medellín travel guide
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You're Going to Love Medellín
With a population of 2,00 million, Medellín is the largest city in Antioquia, Colombia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Medellín to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Medellín
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Medellín in January, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is October, when it can get as cold as 17 °C, with an average temperature of 21 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 200 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Medellín, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.
How to Get to Medellín
Plane
Medellín is served by 2 airports: Medellín Enrique Olaya (EOH) and Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE). The closest to the city centre of Medellín is Medellín Enrique Olaya, which is located 2 km from the city centre. Further away is Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl, 17 km from the centre of Medellín.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Medellín Terminal del Norte, located 8 km from the city centre of Medellín. Medellín Pueblito Paisa is also a commonly used station, and is 2.8 km from the city centre.
Airports near Medellín
Airlines serving Medellín
Where to stay in Medellín
From 5-star hotels such as the Medellin Marriott Hotel to great affordable options like the Leblón Suites Hotel, Medellín offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 75 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 155 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Los Patios Hostel and Poblado Guest House. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Medellín, with prices from S$ 15 to S$ 370 per night. Poblado is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Medellín are about 29% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Medellín
Most booked hotels in Medellín
Hiring a car in Medellín
Avis, Hertz and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Medellín is the Alamo branch at Calle 29 43a 29 Adentro De, which is 1 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay S$ 1.46 per litre in Medellín (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 17.49 and S$ 23.32. The most frequently booked car type in Medellín is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.