Welcome to Colombia!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you in Medellín!

This is a quick and general guide to help you start planning your trip. For specific bookings or deeper info, feel free to do a little extra research based on what interests you most.

How to Get to Colombia.

We highly recommend booking your flights as early as possible—Colombia is far from Europe and prices rise quickly!

Tip: Spend a night in Bogotá if you want a quick taste of the capital before flying to Medellín.

Best Routes from Europe:

Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam, or Madrid → Bogotá (BOG)
Main airlines: Lufthansa, Iberia, Air France, KLM
Cheapest option: Air Europa (via Madrid). It's a budget airline—affordable but not the most comfortable.
Alternative route: via Miami with any major carrier

Parcha Medellin

Fly into José María Córdova International Airport (MDE), about 45 minutes from the city center.
To get into town:
- Best option: Pre-book a private car or request an Uber (safe and reliable).
- Avoid unregistered taxis at the airport.
- There are Official Airport Taxis which are safe and fair priced. They are all white with a blue stripe.
- You can take a bus if you are feeling adventurous, it’s the cheapest option. It’s safe but can be a pain to get to your final destination; we dont recommend it :)
The best neighborhoods are El Poblado and Envigado—they’re safe, lively, and close to all the wedding activities. You could also stay in Laureles, but they are much farther away from the wedding venue.
Recommended Areas:
- Provenza – Trendy, walkable, restaurants and nightlife
- Astorga and Manila – Chill, more local with nice cafés and restaurants
- La Calera / La Frontera – Upscale residential, great Airbnbs
There are many hotels and hostels in the Poblado area. If you're booking one, feel free to show it to us first—we can take a look and let you know what we think. :)
You'll love Medellín’s food and nightlife! Here are a few categories to explore:
Cafes
- Mad Records
- Urbania
- Pergamino
Colombian Cuisine
- Mamasita Medallo
- Restaurante Hacienda
- Pesqueria
Restaurants
- Alambique
- La revuelta
- La Causa
- Akashi
- Cuon
Bars & Rooftops
- Mamba negra
- Mal de ojo
- El viajero Hostel
- Konbini
- Siete Pulgadas - Small Bar
- Latineria Bar
- El Social
- HI, Im SCI
There’s so much to see and experience!
- Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour – Medellín’s story told through powerful street art
- Botanical Garden (Jardín Botánico) – A peaceful green space in the city
- Museo de Antioquia & Botero Plaza – Art lovers will enjoy this
- Fruit Tasting Tour – Sample Colombia’s exotic fruits
- Parque Arví & Metro Cable– Nature escape with trails and picnics
Please note: We do not support tours related to narco culture or drug trafficking. These can be unsafe and misrepresent our country.
- Guatapé & El Peñol – Colorful streets and epic lake views
- Santa Fe de Antioquia – Colonial charm + sunny weather
- Jardín – Coffee town with beautiful mountains
- El Retiro – Small traditional town with nice food and local shops. Very close to Medellín
Keep in mind that you'll need to take a car or a bus to get there, as there are no trains available.

Best way to explore Colombia

Colombia is an amazing country with beautiful landscapes everywhere. However, due to the mountainous terrain and limited infrastructure, the roads aren’t always the best—and we don’t have a train system. That’s why we recommend flying between destinations whenever possible, except for places like the Coffee Region, where some areas are only accessible by car.

For example, the drive from Bogotá to Medellín takes about 7 hours, but it’s just a 45-minute flight.

Places to Visit Around Colombia

Cartagena

Chic, lively, colorful streets and beach clubs
Great for nightlife and colonial charm
Fly from Medellín (1 hr)
Santa Marta

Boho and nature-filled
Base for Tayrona National Park, river tubing, and Sierra Nevada hikes
Palomino & La Guajira

Laid-back beach towns and desert adventures
More rustic—great for off-the-beaten-path travelers
Coffee Region (Eje Cafetero)

Salento, Cocora Valley, Filandia
Hike among the tallest palm trees in the world and stay at a local coffee farm
Accessible by car or bus from Medellín or Bogotá, or short flights to Armenia or Pereira
Pacific Coast – Chocó (Nuquí)

Jungle meets the ocean—perfect for adventure and nature lovers
Best activities: hot springs, surfing, whale watching (seasonal), jungle hikes
Fly from Medellín with small airlines like Satena
San Andrés & Providencia

Caribbean islands with crystal-clear water and reef diving
San Andrés – More lively and popular
Providencia – More secluded and serene
Fly from Medellín or Bogotá (2–3 hours)
Bogotá, Villa de Leyva & Tatacoa Desert

From high-altitude capital to colonial charm and surreal desert landscapes
Best activities: museums & city views, cobblestone town walks, desert hikes, stargazing, natural history sites
Travel overland from Bogotá by car or bus – ideal for a scenic road trip through central Colombia
The Amazon

Leticia is the main hub—only accessible by plane
Great for jungle treks, pink river dolphin sightings, and indigenous culture
Disclaimer: This is a remote destination and requires more time/planning

Safety Tips in Colombia

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Safety Tips in Colombia *

Colombia is beautiful and welcoming, but like any country, staying alert is important. Follow these simple tips:

Don’t buy drugs or seek sex tourism—this is illegal and very dangerous
Always use Uber or call an official taxi; ask the fare in advance, especially on the coast
Avoid walking alone at night, even short distances
Keep your phone away in the street—snatch-and-run theft is common
Stick to known areas and avoid isolated streets
Book official tours only—don’t buy tours from random street sellers