Explore Colombia

Antioquia Department, Andean Region, Colombia

• Innovative cable car public transport system
• Plaza Botero featuring Fernando Botero sculptures
• Flower Festival (Feria de las Flores)

Once notorious for drug violence, Medellín has undergone a remarkable transformation into one of Latin America's most progressive cities. Nestled in a lush valley and enjoying spring-like temperatures year-round, the 'City of Eternal Spring' impresses with its urban innovation, including a cable car system that connects formerly isolated hillside communities. The city pulses with creativity, from the voluptuous Botero sculptures in Plaza Botero to the trendy restaurants and boutiques of El Poblado neighborhood, while maintaining a relaxed vibe that makes visitors feel instantly welcome.

Magdalena Department, Caribbean Coast, Colombia

• Pristine beaches framed by jungle and massive boulders
• Rich biodiversity including 300+ bird species
• Indigenous Kogi settlements

Where the Sierra Nevada mountains meet the Caribbean Sea, Tayrona National Natural Park offers one of Colombia's most spectacular coastal landscapes. Visitors trek through dense rainforest trails that suddenly open onto breathtaking beaches where massive boulders create natural swimming pools. The park serves as both ecological sanctuary and cultural treasure, home to indigenous communities like the Kogi who maintain traditional lifestyles. With limited accommodations ranging from hammocks to eco-lodges, Tayrona rewards those willing to disconnect from modern conveniences with an unforgettable communion with nature.

Quindío Department, Coffee Triangle, Colombia

• Iconic wax palm trees (Colombia's national tree)
• Traditional coffee farms (fincas)
• Colorful colonial architecture in Salento town

The charming town of Salento serves as the gateway to Colombia's famed Coffee Triangle and the spectacular Cocora Valley. This picturesque region captivates visitors with its rolling green hills dotted with coffee plantations and the surreal landscape of the Cocora Valley, where Colombia's national tree, the wax palm, towers up to 60 meters tall. Salento itself retains authentic colonial charm with colorful bahareque buildings, while offering excellent opportunities to learn about coffee production through tours of traditional fincas where visitors can participate in the entire process from bean to cup.

Cundinamarca Department, Andean Region, Colombia

• Gold Museum (Museo del Oro)
• Historic La Candelaria district
• Monserrate mountain with panoramic city views

Colombia's high-altitude capital combines colonial heritage with cosmopolitan energy at 2,640 meters above sea level. Bogotá's historic heart, La Candelaria, features cobblestone streets lined with well-preserved colonial buildings now housing museums, restaurants, and boutique hotels. The city has emerged as a global art destination with impressive museums like the Gold Museum and Botero Museum complemented by a thriving street art scene. Culinary innovation flourishes alongside traditional Colombian cuisine, while the Sunday Ciclovía, when major streets close to cars for cyclists and pedestrians, exemplifies the city's progressive spirit and commitment to public space.