Frequently Asked Questions about Medellín

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Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about Medellín: Is the weather nice? Is Medellín expensive? Is Medellín safe? How long do you need and what is the best time to visit Medellín ? If your question is not listed, feel free to get in touch or check one of our other articles in the travel guide Medellín.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Medellín

Is the weather nice in Medellín?

Yes, the weather is nice in Medellín! The average temperature is around 22 degrees and there are no real seasons in Medellín, hence the nickname “city of eternal spring.” Eternal spring does not mean that it does not rain in Medellín. The weather is very changeable, so bring an umbrella anyway during the rainy season.

Most rain falls in the months of April, May, September and October and November. When it rains, it is mostly in the afternoon. During a trip we took to Medellín in April/May, it rained heavily, yet the rain didn’t spoil the trip. So if you are a bit flexible, you can also go to Medellín in these months.

What is the best time to travel to Medellín?

Medellín can be visited year-round, but extra fun if you make your trip around one of the many events, which draw people from Colombia itself and abroad.

June:
Festival Internacional de Tango
The largest Tango festival outside Argentina, with tango performances and tango lessons throughout the city in the streets and parks.

August:
Feria de las Flores
Medellín’s most spectacular festival. The festival lasts a week and highlight is the Desfile de silleteros. Hundreds of campesinos from around Medellín come to town, to show off their flowers during the giant flower parade.

September:
Festival International de Jazz
There are free concerts featuring local and international bands

December and 1st week of January:
El Alumbrado
Medellín is known as a true Christmas city, with the most spectacular Christmas lights in Colombia. The Christmas season begins on Dec. 7, but the lights are lit a week earlier and can be admired until the first week of January.

How many days do you need?

2-3 DAYS:

In 2 days you can see the most famous sights and grab a museum.

Do a city tour on day 1, then you will immediately have a handy introduction to the city. If you stay in the center, there are several museums you can visit, such as the Musea de Antioquia, with the work of Botero. On day 2, you can then go to the botanical garden, Parque Explora or take the cable car to Parque Arví, for example.

With a day or more added, you could go paragliding on Day 3, do a day of shopping, or do a day tour to Guatapé.

1 WEEK OR LONGER:

If you have longer, you can take a multi-day trip to one of the villages in the area, such as Jardin, Jericho or San Rafael. Check out this article for ideas for a trip to one of these quaint villages.

 

Is Medellín safe?

-Updated July 2025-

We have been to Medellín several times and have never felt unsafe. In the tourist locations, you will see a lot of police, which also makes you feel safe.

There are some things we do recommend if you go to Medellín:

  • Book a hotel or hostel in El Poblado or Laureles/Estadio, the safest neighborhoods in Medellín
  • Be careful in the city center (Candelaria) at night, including at Plaza Botero, Parque San Antonio and Parque de Bolivar. Better use cabs if you have to be here at night
  • Don’t use dating apps to meet people. Gangs are active in Medellín that use dating apps to lure men and then rob them, in some cases fatally. Some of the murders took place in the El Poblado and Laureles/Estadio neighborhoods, which are usually known as very safe. In many nightlife robberies, Scopolamine is used. This is an intoxicant that is virtually odorless and can easily be added to drinks
  • Do not accept drinks from strangers
  • Don’t go into the suburbs
  • Withdraw your first pesos safely at the airport or inside a large supermarket, drugstore or mall
  • Leave gold jewelry at home
  • Carry your bag in front of you
  • Don’t show your phone, not even when you are in the taxi, especially in a busy area such as el Centro.
  • Traveling by subway is safe in Medellín, but during rush hour (5-7 p.m.) it is very crowded and hectic, making it easy for pickpockets to get in and out. Tip from a local: if you take the subway during rush hour: stand against the wall on the left immediately, so you won’t give pickpockets a chance.

For general information on safe travel in Colombia, visit this link.

Is Medellín expensive?

Compared to less touristy cities in Colombia, such as Cali and Barranquilla, Medellín is more expensive. If you compare it to North America and Europe, most things in Medellín are cheap.

Prices of accommodations range from just under $10 for a dorm bed in a hostel to over $100 for a luxury hotel. For about $50 you can have a very comfortable and spacious hotel or apartment in a good location in Medellín.

You can get a short cab ride via a cab app for as little as $3, and a ride on the subway costs around $1.

Eating out can be as expensive as you want and also depends on the location. In the Laureles/Estadio district, we found the food a lot cheaper than in El Poblado. Then again, a good (generous portion) steak in a prime location in el Poblado cost 15$. This fresh salmon trout in Santa Elena cost 7$. You can have a comida coriente (lunch day menu) for about $5.

Even when shopping at the supermarket, you can make it as expensive as you want. Supermarket Carulla is one of the more expensive supermarkets with a nice assortment, with many imported products.

Bueno y Justo is a convenience store where you can get cheaper groceries, but you’ll find them mostly in the more local neighborhoods. In the tourist locations you will find Exito and Jumbo which are cheaper than Carulla.

How to get to Medellín?

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By Airplane

How to get to Medellín?
Read about the different ways of transportation to Medellín, of which traveling by plane is a popular option.

International Flights
Airport: José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, 35km from Medellín.

Flights from destinations such as the ones below, land on this airport.

  • Latin America: Mexico City, Panama City
  • USA: NYC, Miami and Orlando
  • Caribbean: Curacao (EZ air, Wingo ) Aruba (Wingo)

From Europe, there is no direct flight to Medellín. Most flights have a stopover in Bogotá. One option to fly to Medellín from Europe is with Air Europa through Madrid.

Domestic flights
Airport José María Córdova International Airport and Olaya Herrera Airport national Airport in El Poblado. (Easyfly and Satena).

Flights from several national destinations land here, such as:

  • Bogotá, Cartagena, Santa Marta
  • Pereira and Armenia (Coffee Triangle)
  • Nuquí, Bahía Solano (Chocó, Pacific)
  • Cali

Transportation from the international airport

From José María Córdova Airport →Medellín
There are several ways to get to Medellín.

1) The official airport cabs
The white taxis will take you to Medellín for a fixed price. (20-30 min, depending on traffic and your final destination). The fixed fare is COP 90,000 / $23 (2022). There are also yellow taxis that drive to and from the airport, for around the same rate as the official airport cabs.

2) Private transfer pre-booked online
We personally like this option, especially if you arrive late in Medellín. After booking, you get the WhatsApp number of the driver, who waits for you in the arrival hall. There is no unnecessary delay, you can leave right away and you don’t have to pay anything more. It’s more expensive than an airport taxi, but we think it’s well worth it. You book a private transfer here.

3) Shuttlebus
The cheapest way to get to Medellín is by the airport shuttle minibus, Aeropuerto Combuses. The fare is COP 13,000 $4 (2022). Buses run from 6:30 a.m. until the last flight of the day.

The bus can drop you off at 2 locations:
1) Centro Comercial San Diego (El Centro, 25 min). Nearest metro station is Expocisiones (5 min)
2) Behind Hotel Nutibara ( El Centro, 45 min). Walking distance from Parque Berrio metro station. Tip: If you travel at night, do not use this stop. This is not a safe neighborhood to walk around in the evening.

Bus Transportation

There are two bus stations in Medellín:

1) Bus terminal del Norte
Buses to/from the north and east including:

  • Bogotá
  • Cartagena
  • Guatapé
  • Rio Claro
  • Santa Fe de Antioquia

How to get there
-taxi ride 20 min. from el Poblado
-3 min. walk from Caribe subway station (line A)

2) Bus terminal del Sur
Buses to/from the south include:

  • Manizales
  • Pereira
  • Cali
  • Jardin
  • Jericó
  • Abejorral

How to get there.
-3 min walk from Olaya Herrera Airport
-15 min walk from el Poblado subway station (Line A)
-taxirit 10 min. from el Poblado

Practical information about Medellín

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Need a doctor or dentist?

If you need a doctor or dentist, there are many choices in Medellín. Health care is known as good, and Medellín has some of the best hospitals in Colombia and Latin America. Compared to North America and Europe, medical care is inexpensive.

Here are a few tips for when you need medical attention:

Consultation with English-speaking doctor
Doctor Luz Naranjo. Make an appointment via WhatsApp. V ear more information: English speaking doctor Medellin

Consult through a Medical App
Through MedicApp, you can request a doctor’s consultation “at home” 24 hours a day. Look here for more information and to download MedicApp

Hospital
Among others. Clinica Las Vegas

Consultation with English-speaking dentist
Click here for more information:Dental Center – English

Need medication?
There are many drugstores (farmacias) in Medellín, some of which are open 24 hours a day. among others, Drojas la Rebaja (24h), Farmatodo and Farmacias Pasteur. Furthermore, you will find farmacias including in shopping malls, larger supermarkets and department stores such as Exito. Many medicines can be obtained without a prescription, such as antibiotics. Convenient is the delivery service of drugstores, if you are unable to pick up the medication yourself.

Check out here for more info on medical care and medicine in Colombia.

Consulates and/or Embassies

There is no American embassy or consulate in Medellín, only in Bogotá. Click here for contact details.

There is no Canadian embassy or consulate in Medellín, this the link for the Canadian embassy in Bogotá.

Some European countries have consulates in Medellín, such as Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, Netherlands and Belgium. This is the complete list of embassies and consulates in Medellín.

 

Packing List
  • Set of more formal cloths for a night out in an upscale restaurant, so you “”blend in” with the locals. The Paisas love to dress in style.
  • Sneekers. You will be doing a lot of walking in Medellín!
  • Jacket or coat for the colder days
  • Umbrella or rain jacket
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Thermos for water
  • Medicine if you want a particular brand
  • Book: The Farm, written by Héctor Abad. The story is set in the mountains outside Medellín, where the residents of the farm la Oculta, faced the violence of paramilitaries and the guerrilla. An interesting book if you want to immerse yourself in the history of Medellín.
Withdrawing money

At the airport you can already withdraw the first pesos. Furthermore, you will find ATMs in shopping malls and in larger drug stores where you can safely withdraw money. Make sure the transaction is complete before leaving the ATM.

Tip: We experienced once that it did not work to withdraw money. When we changed the language from English to Spanish it worked!

Supermarkets and drugstores

Supermarkets
Carulla is a nice supermarket with a lot of imported products, which also makes it one of the more expensive supermarkets. Exito is a well-known department store, where they sell not only food but also clothes, electronics, home stuff, etc. just like Jumbo. Falabella is a well-known store for clothing, jewelry, perfumes and stuff for the home. There are also smaller convenience stores of supermarket chain Justo y Bueno, where you can get cheaper groceries, but in the tourist neighborhoods you will find mainly Carulla, Exito and Jumbo.

Drugstores (farmacias).
Among others, Drojas la Rebaja (24h), Farmatodo and Farmacias Pasteur.

You will find many farmacias in Medellín, including in malls, larger supermarkets and department stores such as Exito. This gives you easy access to medicines, many of which can be obtained without a prescription. Convenient is the delivery service of drugstores, if you are unable to pick up the medication yourself.

Wifi/digital nomads

Medellín generally has good and reliable internet. Partly because of this, the city is popular with digital nomads. There are coffee shops and shopping malls with good wifi and charging stations. Modern co-working spaces, such as those WeWork, are popular with digital nomads. You can find these shared workspaces mostly in El Poblado. If you want to become a digital nomad in Medellín, you can join this facebook group to get in touch with other digital nomads.

All about Guatapé – What to do and tips

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About Guatapé

Guatapé is a town of about 6,000 inhabitants, located at 1925 meters altitude, on 83 km from Medellín. A day trip to Guatapé is very popular in combination with climbing the rock el Peñol (3 km).

The most colorful town in Colombia?
When you walk in Guatapé, you feel like you have landed in one big photo shoot; there are houses in all colors of the rainbow, wall decorations with animals, symbols and churches and you will find all kinds of statues in town. Guatapé is known for the zocalos, colorful panels at the bottom of the houses depicting culture and history.

What to do in Guatapé

8 Tips for fun things to do

1. Climb the rock El Peñol

It takes some effort, as the 740 steps of the 200-meter-high monolith are quite steep, but once at the top, you are rewarded with a fantastic view of the lake and islets. You can easily stay for some time to take photos and order a drink. Once you reach the bottom, you can also enjoy the view at a lower level in the restaurant. Entrance to El Peñol: COP25.000/$6 (prices 2025). Please note that the ticket office accepts cash only; credit or debit cards are not accepted.
Opening hours: The site is open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with the last admission at 5:30 PM.

 

2. Stroll through the town and have a cup of coffee among the locals

The perfect way to see village life in this colorful village. Start your walk at the Parque Principal, take a look inside the church and admire the zócalos and authentic houses in the Calle del recuerdo. Bij Plazoleta del Zócalo are tiny tables to have a cup of coffee among the locals, who take their daily caffeine “shots” there.

 

3. Stroll along the Malecón (promenade) and book a boat ride

With a boat ride you will have a beautiful view of el Peñol and experience the typical Colombian conviviality with danceable music and cheerful locals. Sitting still is really not going to work for you -:) Prices start at COP30,000 / $7 per person for an hour. If you prefer a quieter or more personalized trip, you can also book a private trip. A standard private speedboat accommodating up to 6 people typically starts at COP 250,000/$60 for a 30 to 45-minute ride.

4.Taste the local cuisine

Slide into a restaurant on the Malecón or in the village and order the specialty of the “Paisa” region, the Bandeja Paisa: a huge plate filled with meat, egg, friend plantain, beans, rice and avocado. If you’re nog a big fan of this, you can order our personal  favorite: the fresh trout (trucha) Not in the mood for Colombian cuisine? Then go “French” at Guatacrep and try one of the sweet or savory crepes or baguettes prepared by the French chef. This place is a favorite among locals and travelers. Here you can read more about the culinary specialties of Antioquia and Medellín.

5. Go glamping in Guatapé

If you are going to do glamping in Guatapé, then you will have plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. If you want a quieter place, stay near el Peñol instead of Guatapé. Want to spend the night in a very special place, with jacuzzi? Then book a luxury tent at Bosko Glamping.

6. Rent a kayak or pedal boat

Parque Comfama Guatapé is located between the town of Guatapé and the iconic Piedra del Peñol. The park spans over 7.6 hectares, providing lots of space for various activities amidst lush natural surroundings. There are picnic areas with grills, kiosks, and a restaurant.

The park offers many family friendly attractions, such as:

  • Water attractions: kayaking, paddleboarding, pedal boats, and a large inflatable water obstacle course on Lake Guatapé.
  • Land Attractions: Pirate ship play areas, splash pads, toboggan slides, and scenic walking trails.

 

7. Grab the scooter and go on an adventure

If you want to explore the area yourself on a scooter or motorcycle, you can rent one from Guatapé motos and Scooters Guatapé. Guatapé motos is a well established company and with them you can also book day trips or multi-day tours, such as a trip with overnight stay to Rio Claro nature reserve or to the jungle of San Rafael. Check out the options here.

Tips for renting a scooter:

  • A valid driver’s license is typically required. Some companies may also request a passport and a security deposit.
  • Ensure the rental includes helmets and other necessary safety equipment.
  • It’s recommended to book in advance, especially during weekends and holidays.

 

8. For a real adrenaline rush....

Do you want to have a different look on the iconic el Peñol? Then we have the tip for you! Make a paragliding trip and see the famous rock from high above!  Another adventurous way to experience el Peñol is by climbing. Instead of climbing the 740 steps,  experienced climbers can climb the back of the rock until they reach the top.

 

Plan your trip

How to get there

With an organized day tour
If you only have 1 day, then an organized tour is a convenient option. Most tours leave early from El Poblado park and include typical Colombian breakfast, lunch and a boat trip. An additional advantage of a tour is that you already have a nice group for the boat trip and lunch in Guatapé. Entrance to el Peñol is not included and you have to pay separately (around COP25,000/$6 in 2025).

On your own by bus
The bus tickets and boat trip are easy to arrange yourself. Buses run all day from Medellín (2h-Terminal del Norte). Prices start at COP20000/$5.
Tip: If you are in Guatapé, buy a ticket in advance for the return trip to Medellín, otherwise you run the risk that there is no room on the bus. Transportation between Guatapé and El Peñol is by tuk-tuk.

Climate and best time to go

  • You can visit Guatapé year-round. The climate is similar to that of Medellín, with an average temperature of around 23 degrees
  • On weekends, many Medellín residents make a day trip to Guatapé. If you want to explore the village without the crowds, plan your trip during the week.

Where to stay in Guatapé

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Learning Spanish in Medellín – Our tips

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Our tips

When you go to Colombia, speaking a word of Spanish with the locals not only makes your visit a lot easier but also more fun. Greeting a Colombian on the street, a chat in the supermarket or just chatting on the bus….

Whether you have absolutely no knowledge of the Spanish language, or already have a foundation; there are many language schools in Medellín for every level.

During my trip to Medellín, I chose to study Spanish at language school Total Spanish, in the middle of the lively neighborhood of El Poblado.

How do you begin?
You have the opportunity to learn in one week, the first touches of the Spanish language. You can also take classes for 2,3,4 weeks or longer. When registering on location, a brief intake interview will be done to see what level you are at and whether you would like individual lessons or prefer group classes.

Group or private lessons?
Group classes begin at 9 a.m. and end at 1 p.m. (20 hours per week). In individual classes, you have the freedom to determine your course times with the instructor (10 hours per week).

Private lessons
I myself had the private language course because no one else had signed up at my level of Spanish. For that reason I had 10 lessons spread over 4 days instead of the full week. Because you get 1 on 1 lessons it is quite intensive but doable. Dreaming away and expecting another student to give you the answer is out of the question -:)

Price tag
-Group lessons: from COP650,000/$162.50 pp per week
-Private lessons: from COP700,000/$175 pp per week
-The longer you stay, the cheaper the lessons!

Homework
Classes are held in small rooms with a whiteboard, inside the Total Spanish building. During the course you will receive lesson materials and homework for the next day. Your homework will take a maximum of 30 – 60 minutes per day.

Salsales
In addition to classes, there are also activities offered that you can do with other students. Think of a trip to Comuna 13, Colombian cooking together or a salsa class. The activities are done after lunch.

Activities

  • Every Monday there is a “welcome lunch” for the new students so they can get to know each other and the teachers (COP15,000/$4)
  • City tour (COP25,000/$6)
  • One hour of salsa lessons (free)

Additional activities

  • Comuna 13 and graffiti tour COP35,000/$9
  • Tour to fruit market COP25,000/$6

Participating in activities also keeps you in contact with other students, even if you have private lessons. That’s great! Do you feel like joining activities after the course, but want to do your own thing in the evening? No worries! You are not obligated to spend your free time with other students, you can just do as you please.

Reference for your studies?
The teachers are qualified and the lessons are designed using “The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).” Still, this is not enough to get an exemption for your studies. You can learn Spanish on a recreational level, but you cannot use the course as a reference for your studies. For this, it is better to study at a university in Colombia, where this is possible.

 

Written by Mellijn
 Travel date December 2017 , updated June 2024

#NaarColombiaTips

#Tip 1
 Stay with a host family
A great way to immediately put your new knowledge into practice and to rotate with a local family. Prices including meals start around $150 per week.

#Tip 2
Prefer to take lessons at home? Then sign yourself up for private online classes. Look here for more info: website Total Spanish language school

Transportation in Medellín

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Metro, Taxi, Apps

Metro

Medellín’s modern metro system is the pride of the city. Travel by metro is reliable, fast, cheap and safe. And this system does not consist only of the subway. In addition to two metro lines, there are a streetcar line, 5 Metrocable lines (cable cars) two Metroplús bus lines, an electric bus line and small vans that connect to the metro stations. Especially if you want to go to the city center, the metro is more convenient than a cab. Because of the heavy traffic, it takes a long time to get to the center and traffic is often jammed there.

Metro lines:

Line A: from north to south, this is the main line for travelers, with 21 stations, including Poblado, San Antonio, Parque Berrío (centro) and Universidad (metro station for tourist attractions in the north, such as Parque Explora and the botanical garden). Line A also takes you to Acevedo station, for the cable car to Santo Domingo/ Parque Arví
Line B: from downtown to west, with 6 stations, including Estadio (Laureles/Estadio)
Line L: cable car from Santo Domingo Savio to Parque Arví

Check out here for the map showing routes and subway stations.

To avoid lines at the ticket office, you can buy a rechargeable Civica card at any of the metro stations, the Tarjeta Eventual. Purchasing the card (without credit) costs COP10.000 and you can use the card with multiple people. The card can be recharged at the metro stations and many other points in the city. Standard fare per ride with Cívica card is COP 3900/$1.

Update June 2025
As of 2025, the Medellín Metro no longer offers paper tickets for single rides. Instead, all passengers must use a Cívica card, which comes in two main types:

  1. Personalized Cívica Card: Issued free of charge at select metro stations (e.g., Itagüí, Niquía, San Antonio, San Javier) upon presentation of valid identification. This card offers discounted fares and additional benefits.

  2. Eventual Cívica Card: Designed for tourists and occasional users, this card can be purchased for COP 10,000 at any metro station. It does not provide fare discounts but allows access to the entire metro system.

 

    Taxi

    Traveling short distances by taxi is efficient and inexpensive. If you travel by taxi in the evening, have your hotel call a cab for you instead of stopping one on the street or order a taxi through one of the cab apps.

    Prices
    (standard rates 2025)

    • Base fare: COP4.136.50/$1.00
    • Rate per kilometer: COP 6,650 /$1.75
    • Waiting time (per hour): COP 26,500/$6.60

    Ride to/from airport:

    • Standard yellow taxi: Approximately COP 118,000/$29.50
    • White airport Taxi: fixed fare around COP 130,000/$32.50
    • Shared colectivo taxi: COP 32,000 per person/$8

    Apps

    In addition to the Uber app, there are other cab apps in Colombia, such as InDriver, Didi and Easy Tappsi These apps work like Uber, where you can track the driver. This makes it a safe, alternative way of ordering a cab.

    Our favorite taxi app is Uber. Why do we like Uber so much?
    – you don’t need a local phone number. The app is linked to your email address. While traveling, we use an E-sim card and that worked perfectly with the Uber app.
    –No need to pay by cash or card for every trip. You can choose to link your credit card to the Uber app and the ride is paid automatically. Super efficient!

    Uber’s pricing in Medellín is based on a combination of base fare, distance, and time:

    • Base Fare: COP 2,500
    • Per Kilometer: COP 625
    • Per Minute: COP 100
    • Minimum Fare: COP 4,600
    • Cancellation Fee: COP 2,500

    During peak hours or high-demand periods, Uber may charge extra, increasing fares up to twice the standard rate.

     InDriver works a bit different than Uber and the other apps, as you offer a price for the ride. The drivers can accept your price or make a counter-offer. There are often more than one driver willing to do a ride, so you can make your choice and even view reviews about the driver if you want. We found InDriver to be a bit cheaper, but not that much that it weighs up agains the advantages of Uber.

    ColombiaMyWay tips for traveling by subway

    Tip # 1: Medellín has a metrocultura
    That is, there is an unwritten rule, not to make phone calls in the metro and not to eat and drink there. As a result, it stays remarkably clean in the metro and it is pleasant to travel.

    Tip # 2: from a local for traveling during rush hour
     Can you avoid the subway during 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.? Perfect! During rush hour, the metro is packed and travelers are crammed close together. If you do have to travel during rush hour, don’t give pickpockets a chance. Phones are especially popular. While boarding and alighting, thieves can get in and out of the subway unseen. If you stand resolutely to the left against the wall when boarding, you won’t give pickpockets a chance.

    Bus transportation for trips in the area

    There are two bus stations in Medellín:

    1) Bus Terminal del Norte.
    Buses to/from north and east including:

    • Bogotá
    • Cartagena
    • Guatapé
    • Rio Claro
    • Santa Fe de Antioquia

    You get to Bus terminal del Norte with a 20-minute cab ride from el Poblado or 3-minute walk from Caribe subway station (line A)

    2) Bus terminal del Sur
    Buses to/from the south include:

    • Manizales
    • Pereira
    • Cali
    • Jardin
    • Jericó
    • Abejorral

    Bus Terminal del Sur is located at 3 min walk from Olaya Herrera Airport and 15 min walk from el Poblado metro station (Line A). A cab from el Poblado gets you there in about 10 min.