Is Medellin Expensive?

Is Medellin expensive to visit?

While Medellin is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $22. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in South America, many travelers find it to be a very affordable destination. It's in the top 10% of destinations in South America for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to San Miguel de Tucuman and Cali.

Medellin, Colombia

How expensive is Medellin?

The average cost of traveling to Medellin can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $22 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Medellin here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Medellin?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Medellin will cost around $67 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $135.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Medellin?

On average, a one week trip to Medellin costs about $157 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $314.

Is it expensive to backpack in Medellin?

Medellin is a popular backpacker destination with more than 60 hostels. Dorm beds in hostels cost, on average, $13 per night. (See hostel prices in Medellin here.) You'll find quite a range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $41 and the cheapest around $0 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Medellin.

• $33 for a dorm bed at Los Patios Hostel
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• $9 for a dorm bed at Black Sheep Hostel Medellin
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• $9 for a dorm bed at The Sugar Cane Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Medellin?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Medellin, it becomes apparent that they are very affordable in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $35 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately 5 five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $88 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $38 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $19 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Medellin?

Activities and things to do in Medellin can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $13 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $15.

• The best Commune 13 Tours in Medellín: $60
• Private Tour Comuna 13 with Cable Car Ride: $65
• Guatape & Paragliding Private Tour: Nature and Adventure in One Great Day: $189
• Private half day Medellin tour: meet Fernando Botero´s 23 statues: $66
• Private tour: hiking to the crystalline MELCOCHO river from MEDELLÍN: $259
• Chocolate tour near Medellin : $110
• The Most Complete Guatape Rock Private Tour in Medellin: $139
• Guatape and Horseback Riding Private Tour: All In One Adventurous & Fun Full-Day: $168

Is food expensive in Medellin?

Food in Medellin can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $9 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $12. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• A Night Out in Medellin with Dinner and Drinks Included: $175
• Private tour: Medellin City – Pablo Escobar and Food Tour: $166
• ATV Adventure Including Medellin City and Food Tour: $185
• Sabor Colombiano Cooking Studio: $100
• Homemade Paisa Dinner at a Local's Home in Medellín: $69
• Homemade Paisa Dinner at a Local's Home in Medellín: $71

Is transportation expensive in Medellin?

The prices of local transportation in Medellin can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $4 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $8. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.