Medellin, the second largest city in Columbia and the capital of the department of Antiquia, is in the Aburra Valley, which is a central part of the Andes Mountains in South America. City’s skyline reaches to great heights setting towering apartments and office buildings against a background of jagged peaks in all directions. The agreeable climate of Medellin offers city its nickname of 'the City of Eternal Spring'. Major tourist attractions in the city include plazas, parks, gardens, and much more.

Plaza Botero

Plaza Botero, housing around 23 of Fernando Botero’s larger-than-life sculptures, can be reached via the Parque Berrio metro station. Visitors should make sure to step inside the Museo de Antioquia facing the plaza. The entry in this museum is free and guests can see paintings by Botero as well as other famed Latin artists.

Parque Berrio

Parque Berrio, located across the street from Plaza Botero, is a small park always filled with local street performers playing traditional Colombian music and several juice vendors. This place is excellent to visit with family.

Jardin Botanico

Jardin Botanico, easily reachable from the Universidad metro station, is city’s botanical gardens hosting a plethora of events, concerts, and festivals throughout the year. Tourists will, find it an escape from the chaos of the city.

Best Time to Visit Medellin

Weather-wise, the best time to book flights from Newark to Medellin is from June to August. During these months, the weather of the city remains soothing and pleasant enough for sightseeing and thus is an apt time to book Medellin flights.