Aburrá Valley, Medellín

Name: Aburrá Valley
Address: Medellín, Colombia

#27 among attractions in Medellín

Valley, Nature, Natural attraction

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Aburrá Valley, is the natural river basin of the Medellín River and one of the most populous valleys of Colombia in its Andean Region with near 4 million inhabitants in its biggest urban agglomeration: The Metropolitan Area of the Aburrá Valley. The valley is located on the Central Range, over the Antioquian Mountain just between the Magdalena and Cauca valleys from east to west. The name "Aburrá" comes from an ancient language spoken in the place by the "Aburreans" before the Spaniards settled the place during the 16th century. ()

Local name: Valle de Aburrá Coordinates: 6°13'55"N, 75°34'5"W

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Day trips

Aburrá Valley – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cerro Nutibara, Interactive Museum EPM, Barefoot Park, Nutibara sculpture park.

0.8 miW
Park, Lookout, View point
Cerro Nutibara, Medellín
22 min walk • Cerro Nutibara is a lush oasis amid the bustling urban landscape of Medellín, Colombia. This verdant park, nestled on a hill in the heart of the city, offers a serene escape for locals and tourists alike. Rising to a modest height of 80 meters, Cerro Nutibara is not...
1.1 miNW
Museum, Science museum
Interactive Museum EPM, Medellín
27 min walk • The Interactive Museum EPM, nestled in the bustling urban landscape of Medellín, Colombia, is an innovative and dynamic institution that stands out as a beacon of knowledge and interactive learning. This museum is dedicated to promoting understanding of technology...
1.1 miNW
Park with fountains and a science museum
Barefoot Park, Medellín
28 min walk • Barefoot Park is a zen-inspired public park in Medellín, Colombia. The park was funded by EPM and designed by architect Felipe Uribe de Bedout. The park includes a green area with gardens and bamboo, a sand area, and an area with water fountains. As suggested by its name, the park is playful in nature.
0.9 miW
Park
Nutibara sculpture park, Medellín
24 min walk • Sculpture Park is a sculpture garden at the foot of Nutibara Hill in Medellín, Colombia and the first of its kind in the country.
1.2 miN
Church
Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria, Medellín
32 min walk • The Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria or simply La Candelaria Church, as it is more popularly known, is a Roman Catholic temple dedicated to the Virgin Mary under the title of Virgin of Candelaria.
1 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Teatro Metropolitano, Medellín
26 min walk • The José Gutiérrez Gómez Medellín Metropolitan Theatre is the most important and biggest theater in Medellín, Colombia.
0.7 miSW
Modern art museum with a cinema
Medellín Museum of Modern Art, Medellín
18 min walk • The Museum of Modern Art of Medellín is a museum of modern art in the Colombian city of Medellín. It was founded in 1978. Many artworks by Débora Arango, who was born in Medellín, are part of the museum's collection. Leiko Ikemura had a show at the Museum in 1999.
1 miN
Park
Plaza Cisneros, Medellín
26 min walk • Plaza Cisneros, also known as Luces Park or Lights Park, is a plaza in Medellín, Colombia. It is named after the Cuban engineer Francisco Javier Cisneros, who led the construction of the Antioquia Railway.
1 miNW
Park
Plaza Mayor, Medellín
25 min walk • Plaza Mayor Medellín Conventions and Exhibitions is the international convention and exhibition center of Medellín and is one of the most modern in Colombia, opening in 2006. It is located in the Alpujarra district and has 21 meeting rooms, space for 3000 people, and 280 parking spaces.
0.4 miW
6°13'48"N • 75°34'26"W
La Granja, Medellín
11 min walk • Recreation center, Aquarium, Zoo
0.8 miE
6°14'8"N • 75°33'23"W
Parque La Milagrosa, Medellín
22 min walk • Park, Department store

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Aburrá Valley?

Nearby attractions include La Granja, Medellín (11 min walk), Medellín Museum of Modern Art, Medellín (18 min walk), Plaza MAMM, Medellín (19 min walk), Cerro Nutibara, Medellín (22 min walk).

How to get to Aburrá Valley by public transport?

The nearest stations to Aburrá Valley:

Bus

Perpetuo Socorro (6 min walk)
Barrio Colombia • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)