Experience in Medellin, Colombia by Memo

What is it like to live in Medellin? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

I lived there for 20 years. It is a city with a great weather and many social contrasts.

What is the student lifestyle like in Medellin?

There are some spots of the city where students get together, Universidad de Antioquía, Universidad Nacional, Universidad pontifica Bolivariana, and its sorrounds

How much does it cost to live in Medellin?

Cost is reasonable, but there is a high inflation for the locals

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Medellin? Is there any advice you can give?

It is not that difficult, my advice is to contact a local person to help you out.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

There is a great variety of food, many of them with beans, meat, rice and corn based.

What places would you recommend visiting in Medellin?

Pueblito paisa, el parque lleras, el parque explora, el planetario, el parque de los pies descalzos, el parque de las luces, el museo botero, entre otros.

Is it good to eat out in Medellin? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Near the parque lleras are the best ones.

Is the nightlife good in Medellin? Where is good to go?

It is one of the best, also near parque lleras and sorrounds

What advice would you give future students heading to Medellin?

try to meet with a local person to guide you with security through all the city