Top Things to do in Antioquia Department
Top Hotels in Antioquia Department
- 1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medellin, an IHG Hotel
- 2. Hotel Novotel Medellin El Tesoro
- 3. Estelar Square
- 4. The Charlee Lifestyle
- 5. Hotel Movich Las Lomas
- 6. Hotel Poblado Plaza
- 7. InterContinental Medellin, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Hotel GHL Porton Medellin
- 9. La Quinta by Wyndham Medellin
- 10. The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
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What to do and see in Antioquia Department, Antioquia Department: The Best Things to do Good for Couples
Discover the best top things to do in Antioquia Department, Colombia including Real City Tours The Walking Tours, MedellinDayTrips, Super Tours Medellin, Camantours, Laguna de Guatape, Cafe de la Cima, Viaja Medellin, La Casa Grande Coffee Hacienda, Piedra Del Penol, Jardin Botanico de Medellin.
Restaurants in Antioquia Department
1. Real City Tours The Walking Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6,742 reviews
The Free Walking Tour is based on tips. Walk around Medellin's downtown with a local. Explore the historic districts and let this fascinating city come to life through stories, descriptions and urban legends. During 3.5 hours you will discover the most traditional squares and streets of the city. We will guide you through the history of Medellin, the culture and its people. Booking is required, please book on the website.
2. MedellinDayTrips
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 683 reviews
Our tour agency is run by natives of Colombia, making us 100% local. We care for our people by having a fair trade with all the farmers and communities involved in our tours. Find out why we are one of the leading private local tour agencies for foreigners.
3. Super Tours Medellin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 358 reviews
¡We love our city! But also the beautiful towns around Medellin, which reflect our culture: Thriving and proud of its traditions. We want you to discover with us places that will never be erased from your mind.
4. Camantours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 833 reviews
CamantoursMedellin is a team committed to fulfilling the travel dreams of our customers. We are a work team made up of a staff always willing to provide our customers with good service, quality products and the best travel alternatives to make your travel dreams come true.
5. Laguna de Guatape
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,567 reviews
Reviewed By sergioruiz5 - Monterrey, Mexico
This tour is a must if you visit Medellin, given that is at a 1hr distance and is a different type of town with an incredible view when you go to the top of the rock (650 steps approximately). I’ve never seen anything like this and with no doubts I’ll go back if I visit Colonia again.
6. Cafe de la Cima
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Coffee Tour Sample of Everything The coffee process from Growing to the cup Includes snack and lunch Approximate duration 5 hours RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED Only payment in COP
Reviewed By jeffcI4003FZ
What a fantastic tour! The drive to the finca was long but the scenery was beautiful and it gave us a lot of time to talk casually with Dayana. She is a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable with great English and a whole lot of fun. We selected a private tour to La Cima and could not be more pleased. The family who owns the farm have been growing coffee for several generations and they treated us like honored guests with a simple breakfast, a very large, traditional Colombian lunch and, of course, all the coffee we could drink. The farm was beautiful and it was very interesting to learn more about the growing/roasting process and all the time and energy which goes into providing each cup. The taste testing was entertaining because the stuff we liked best was basically the dregs they sell instead of just throwing it away! To sum it up, we had a great experience spending time with wonderful people and would absolutely recommend this tour, especially with Dayana as a guide. Note: I am posting this same review in multiple places.
7. Viaja Medellin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 636 reviews
We focus our efforts on providing a quality service, from our beginnings, we have been aware of the reality that this industry is going through at every moment, thanks above all to the experience that the different works and collaborators give us in each of these areas. Our main work philosophy is to locate the specific needs of the destination and the tourist, to innovate constantly in search of solutions, to be continuously learning from each of the projects and our clients and what is more important; Enjoy our work and improve ourselves with each new challenge. This is possible thanks to a versatile team, prepared and specialized, where each of us contributes the best to continue adding and offer the best result. We think that it is not only worth knowing the sector, but you have to live it in each of its stages and thus obtain a real and innovative global vision. With this idea we begin this trip that we hope you trust and share with us!
8. La Casa Grande Coffee Hacienda
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
In La Casa Grande Coffee Hacienda you will learn the process of the coffee from the bean to the cup all while birdwatching and being surrounded by nature. Enjoy a delicious meal with the family in an 1800's coffee Hacienda and at the end have a coffee tasting and learn the qualities of world famous Colombian Coffee.
Reviewed By CwazyG - Hong Kong, China
La Casa Grande has recently opened up the Hacienda for short stays and my friends and I were lucky enough to book the two biggest rooms while we were there. Our rooms (the principal and media) each had a queen sized bed, desk, and their own private bathroom. These rooms are also connected by a common room that serves as sort of a study with bookcases and desks. The media room also has a connecting door to another room with two single beds. The rooms were not originally built to be bedrooms (as it was a coffee house), so there are many doors and windows, the rooms. If you are someone who requires blackout curtains or complete darkness to sleep, no fear! The wooden windows and doors pretty much block out most, if not all the light. Great for hibernating. The beds are pretty comfortable, and they provide extra blankets as it can get a little cold at night. The bathrooms are pretty basic, and the hot water for the shower can get be a little tricky, but it was fine in fulfilling its intended purpose. I got the impression that toilet paper isn't typically flushed in South America, so something to take note of. In terms of meals, breakfast is included in your stay, and it is typically cooked by the lovely Marina, who always manages to surprise. Every meal was truly delicious, especially when you know that many of the ingredients (in particular the vegetables) are grown on the property or neighboring farms. Do not forget to try Don Pablo's 'secret' oil concoction that can be used at literally every meal! I have tried since to replicate it, but unfortunately I cannot seem to get the exact flavors. Lunch can be included at a small cost, and although dinner is not available, you have the option of using the kitchen to cook your own!. As the hacienda is up on Mt Elena, I would recommend doing a trip down into the city (or perhaps on your way back from a day trip in the city) to grab some groceries for the length of your stay so you are able to cook a meal when needed. Our hosts on the property have owned the hacienda for generations and the history shows. Everyone is very friendly, and the head of the house, Don Pablo, is always happy to talk about the history of the house. The family also live on the property, so in the event you have any issues or questions, they are easily and quickly addressed. Elizabeth was also great at providing recommendations and addressing all our logistical concerns. She effectively manages the coffee tours and touristy aspect of the house, and was our guide on the coffee tour - as you can imagine, she has great insight about the process, beans, and everything to do with the house as well. One night we even had a little dominoes party with the requisite Aguardiente! Anyone who stays here should expect to be treated like one of the family. What else? Well, those planning to stay should also be aware that the property has a bunch of pets - 4-5 dogs, 1 cat, a couple cows, pigs, and chickens! The farm animals are mostly out of sight, but the dogs and cats have reign of the property. In particular, Lola, the cutest little puppy runs about wherever she pleases. If you have allergies, you should be wary and be sure to have your antihistamines at hand, and be sure to give lots of love to the pups. The only downside of the hacienda were the mosquitoes or sandflies. They really come out at night, and the way the bites have stuck around I'm not convinced they're your average mosquitoes. There's plenty of bug spray around, but be warned! Between the view, fresh air, amazing hospitality, food, and relaxation, there's not too much more you could want. Love this place and can't wait to come back for another relaxing stay.
9. Piedra Del Penol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,412 reviews
Reviewed By From_Victoria_BC
Thanks to previous travel bloggers for paving the way and giving us direction for our own trip. Taking into account the previously-shared knowledge, here was our experience: - Took the metro from El Poblado to Caribe and walked across to the gangway to the bus terminal. - Found ticket booth #14 for buses to Guatape with a bus company is called “Sotrasanvicente & Guatape La Piedra”. - We could only buy one-way tickets there and they cost $15,000 each. I believe buses leave every hour and we only waited 15 minutes. - The bus trip took two hours since it was constantly picking up and dropping off travellers, entertainers and vendors of snacks. - Listened for the call for La Piedra and got off the bus then walked up the stairs for 10-15 minutes to the touristy area. - Paid $18,000 to walk up 700 more steps to the incredible lookout, then paid $4000 to take a shared Jeep-like taxi to the town of Guatape. - We had lunch at a locals’ restaurant by the lake for only $23,000 for two people! - Bought a return ticket for $15,000 and saw people buying them right before the bus left so there’s no rush, but don’t wait too long (return schedule is attached). We decided to pass on a tour from Medellin since they were more expensive, left at 7:30 am, and the one we wanted was sold out the night before our final day in Medellín. Here are our total costs per person: $5,100 metro round trip $15,000 bus $18,000 La Piedra lookout $4,000 taxi to Guatape $12,000 lunch $4,000 street dessert $15,000 bus = $55,100 for a lovely day trip!
10. Jardin Botanico de Medellin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,483 reviews
Reviewed By erichA9957PH
This is a good place to enjoy nature in the center of Medellin. The gardens have beautiful flora, and lots of wildlife also - really enjoyed watching the turtles in the lake. Also, the restaurant at the Jardin Botanico is quite good and is a great place for a lunch.
