5 days in Medellin & Mexico City Itinerary

Nestled between rising hills in a narrow valley, Medellin serves as an energetic melting pot of people from all socio-economic classes.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): tour the pleasant surroundings at Parque Arvi and then take a memorable drive along 2000m Descent and more.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Medellin online vacation builder .

If you are flying in from Colombia, the closest major airport is Jose Maria Córdova International Airport. In June in Medellin, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to travel to Mexico City.

Breathtakingly large, Mexico City provides a home for almost 9 million people living in nearly 1,700 distinct neighborhoods.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Chapultepec Park and Palacio de Bellas Artes. Frida Kahlo Museum and Palacio Postal will appeal to museum buffs. There's still lots to do: explore the ancient world of Zona Arqueologica Teotihuacan, ponder the world of politics at National Palace (Palacio Nacional), get engrossed in the history at Museo del Templo Mayor, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica de Santa Maria de Guadalupe.

For photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Mexico City vacation planner.

You can fly from Medellin to Mexico City in 8.5 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Medellin to Mexico City. In June, Mexico City is a bit cooler than Medellin - with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can travel back home.