Safety info for Medellin:
General: More caution needed but manageable.
Watch Out: Station area sketchy after dark.
Scams: Taxi broken meter scam.
Stay smart, stay safe.
Medellin safety update
Started by BayAreaBob · 27 Feb 2026 · 1012 views
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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3 Mar 2026 at 14:17
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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5 Mar 2026 at 04:46
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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7 Mar 2026 at 04:34
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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8 Mar 2026 at 07:00
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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How does it compare to Colombia?
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9 Mar 2026 at 23:43
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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How does it compare to Germany?
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11 Mar 2026 at 22:32
Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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12 Mar 2026 at 01:01
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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13 Mar 2026 at 14:15
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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13 Mar 2026 at 15:45
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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14 Mar 2026 at 12:33
This matches my experience. Medellin is underrated.
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How does it compare to the Philippines?
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