The BEST Easy Day Trip From Medellin? El Retiro Beats Gautape

🚌 🌿 One of the BEST Day Trips from Medellín | Poblado to El Retiro 🇨🇴 Looking for one of the easiest and most beautiful day trips from Medellín? In this video, I take you from the heart of El Poblado all the way to the charming town of El Retiro, one of Antioquia’s most underrated escapes. If you want a peaceful day outside the city without the long, exhausting journey to Guatapé, this is one of the best options. ✨ Getting there is simple: Start at Poblado Metro Station, ride two stops to Exposiciones Station, then head up to street level where you can catch the blue bus to El Retiro. Get on at the Poblado Metro Station after you get on the first stop after Poblado Station is Industrialas Station then the next station is Exposiciones Station, get off here. And walk down and look for the blue Retiro Bus. 🚌 Travel details: • Approximate travel time: 45 minutes to 1 hour each way • Cost: 12,000 COP each way (about US$3.50) • Easy and affordable round trip from Medellín What makes this trip so great is how effortless it is. In under an hour, you go from Medellín’s modern skyline to a peaceful colonial town with beautiful plazas, mountain views, cafés, and a much more relaxed atmosphere. Compared to the trip to Guatapé, this route is less taxing, easier to do in one day, and perfect for a laid-back escape. In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to get there, what the ride is like, and why El Retiro may be one of the best hidden day trips from Medellín. 🌍 Thinking about life in Medellín or exploring the best places around the city? Consult with Me Watched the videos—now let’s talk! Book a call and get real advice on finding your happy place abroad. With over 15 years in Medellín and firsthand experience exploring Colombia, Spain, Portugal, Thailand, and beyond, I’ll help you find the place that fits your lifestyle. 👉 https://expatcrib.com/lets-chat 👍 If you enjoyed this video, please like, comment, and subscribe to Expatcrib for more Medellín lifestyle and relocation content. #Medellin #ElRetiro #daytripping