Guía de Viajes Oficial de Medellín

Must-see Placesin Medellín

Barrientos House

La diversiónChildish fun and culture mesh together at the Barrientos House. This space has been especially created so that children and teenagers can find a plethora of different activities and services suited for their needs and tastes.

Gardel Plaza

VisitGardel Plaza, where the memory lives on of one of the most important musicians and singers of Tango music and pays homage to his legacy that is still felt in the city of Medellín.

San Sebastián de Palmitas

Find out more about the Paisa traditions through agro-tourism and the vibrant history and culture of this town.

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History, culture and tradition

Paisa culture and identity

Tradition, architectural symbols and aspects of more modern times leave their unique stamp on the colloquially called “mountainous capital” (capital de la montaña) that captivate both locals and visitors alike.

Carré and Vásquez Buildings

The Carré and Vásquez buildings were, back in the day, the tallest and most modern buildings in the city. 

Due to their historical and socially important value to the city, Medellín is home to several places of national patrimony. These places will amaze you with their stunning architecture that is filled with history.

Fall in love with the originality, aesthetics and authenticity that characterize these iconic places like the Edificios Carré and Vásquez, which were declared historical and artistic patrimony of the nation.

Myriad eras are represented throughout the different architectural patrimony buildings in Medellín.

Medellín

Medellín invites you to come and witness the progress and transformation that the city has undergone and experience some of its culture. 

Discover different characteristics of Paisa culture that have been beautifully conserved in the city’s museums, which house interesting collections of cultural patrimony. Plan a visit to the Museo de Antioquia, the Fundación Casa Museo Pedro Nel Gómez, the Museo El Castillo, the Museo de la Universidad de Antioquia and the Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellín, among others.

Historical patrimony has been conserved throughout the years in this bustling metropolis.

Go back in time and relive the era of the 1930’s in Medellín, where you can visit its grandiose houses and stunning architecture in the Prado Centro neighborhood. At the same time, you can discover one of the main symbols of progress for the Paisa culture, the Ferrocarril de Antioquia (Antioquia Railroad System), which was the main means of  transportation that linked all areas of the country. 

Learn about history, culture and tradition

  • Pedro Nel Gómez Museum House

    Enthrall yourself with the Maestro Pedro Nel Gomez and the watercolors, oil paintings and murals that represent his best works.

  • Patrimony of Colombian Architecture

    Salute the history of Medellin and its renowned figures that have shaped public life in the city.

  • La Alpujarra Administrative Center

    The Alpujarra Administrative Center, is home to important political offices such as the Medellín Mayor’s Office and the Governor’s Office of Antioquia.

  • Vásquez Building

    Feel the history of this patrimonial symbol, which was built at the beginning of the 20th century in Medellín.

  • The Castillo Museum

    Discover the features of French colonial architecture and the vast collection of artwork from a variety of remarkable artists.

  • Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellín

    Behold the diversity in the contemporary artistic expressions found at any of the MAMM locations.

  • Museum of Antioquia

    Come enjoy the work of Fernando Botero in this chamber with more than 100 creations by this Paisa artist.

  • Carré Building

    Get an eyeful of this historic building that holds hundreds of stories from the Medellín of yesteryear.

  • The Old Railroad of Antioquia Building

    Discover the history of this railway in its original station that also houses spaces for the appreciation of art.

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