An interactive science museum in northern Medellín with hands-on exhibition rooms and a large freshwater aquarium. It is mostly indoors and can fill half a day, next to the Botanical Garden and Planetarium.
A free botanical garden in the north of the city, with a butterfly house, a pond and the large wooden Orquideorama. Easy to combine with Parque Explora next door.
Medellín's planetarium, beside Parque de los Deseos in the north of the city, with dome shows and exhibits about space. An indoor visit that combines well with Parque Explora next door.
Medellín's cable car lines link to the metro and climb over hillside neighbourhoods, giving big views of the valley. Children enjoy the ride itself, and one line connects towards Parque Arví.
A large nature reserve in the hills east of Medellín, reached by Metrocable, with forest trails, picnic spots and a local market. It is cooler up there, so bring layers and plan most of a day.
The city's main art museum, beside Plaza Botero, where children can see Fernando Botero's large bronze sculptures up close. Inside, the Botero galleries are the highlight.
A replica of a traditional Antioquian village on top of Cerro Nutibara, with a small plaza, church and city views. A short, easy stop that combines well with a walk around the hill.
Public-space play near science attractions.
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A public recreation park in southwest Medellín next to Olaya Herrera airport, with pools, water slides, a children's area and a track for running and cycling. A local option for active play and splashing.