Medellín: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Medellín, officially the Special District of Science, Technology and Innovation of Medellín, is the capital of the department of Antioquia, and the second-largest city in Colombia after Bogotá.

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Now in the cityMedellín+18°CFog · sunset 05:42 PMupdated 06:29 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Exchange rate$3,197.31per 1 $COP — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Essential travel only to partsEssential travel only, and only to part of the country.

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New information about the the temporary deployment of security forces in the city of Cucuta (‘Warnings and Insurance’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.

crime
terrorism
civil unrest
kidnapping
natural disasters

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Reconsider travel to Colombia due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest,  kidnapping, and natural disasters. Some areas have an increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Violent crime is common in many areas of Colombia, including murder, assault, and robbery.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Medellín: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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