FRIDAY ACTIVITIES
We would like for all of you to feel comfortable and safe, which is why we are providing the contact of Fernando, who will be able to help you reserve transportation for any day; just make sure to send him a message via Whats App with your needs and requirements. Please try to contact him at least 24hrs in advance if possible.
Fernando: 011573113283318
EL PENOL AND GUATAPE
To the east of Medellín is the town of Guatapé whose gigantic reservoir attracts thousands of tourists. It is a beautiful city with houses of all different colors, adorned with elaborately painted panels. From Guatapé you can climb the Peñón de Guatapé, a monolithic stone 220 meters high. This natural monument belongs to a local family and can be climbed up, but be aware there is 659 steps! From there the view on the reservoir is spectacular.
DINING/BAR
La Malsentada (Rionegro) - you want a nice Mexican inspired restaurant we highly recommend La Malsentada. Lupe Restrepo is the owner of the place. Lupe's father Pedro is Colombian, and her mother Ana is Mexican.
Trattoria Grappolo (Llanogrande/Rionegro) - They have delicious pizza and pasta.
Sushi Seven7 (Llanogrande/Rionegro) - If you are sushi lovers like us, then you have to try this delicious sushi!
La Villa (Llanogrande/Rionegro) - a restaurant that brings together all experiences in one place. We are a Gastro Bar specialized in slow cooking, we have the best assorted Gin bar in Colombia with more than 90 references from all over the world.
DINING/BAR
Dos Santos Cantina (Poblado/Provenza) - Gastronomic ritual of Mexican origin with contemporary influences. (Mariachis/ Live Music).
Cala Roca (El Poblado) - The pleasure of friendship, love and cooking.
Andrés Carne de Res (El Poblado) - is an iconic and very popular restaurant with several locations in Bogotá and Chía. And it has finally come to Medellín.
Andrés Carne de Res in Medellín is located in the Rio Sur building in El Poblado, which is across the street from Oviedo mall. If you are looking for an iconic Colombian restaurant/bar/nightclub this would be the right place!
Relato (El Poblado) - A story in which signature cuisine is inspired by merging Mediterranean, Asian and Latin gastronomy.
VIA PRIMAVERA AND VIA PROVENZA
Intimate shopping experience where each store carries unique and innovative designs. This quiet tree-lined street located between Parque Lleras and the Provenza neighborhood is an epicenter of creative fashion, design and gastronomy in Medellín.
It’s packed with beautiful boutique shops, restaurants, cafes and galleries, each one offering something unique.
Vía Primavera and Vía Provenza (Carrera 37 and Carrera 35, respectively) in La Zona Rosa of El Poblado.