Clubbing in Medellin: A Medellin VIP Guide
When it comes to bar and club-hopping outside the US. There are many places that either do it for you or plain and simple, don’t.
Medellin has always had beautiful women and uncharted lands. But has been unknown for travelers who prefer the party side of traveling.
Last week, we spoke about the very exclusive, very VIP style of travel in Medellin which is helicopter transportation. This week, after many emails from potential travelers. We want to answer the question on every traveler’s mind, “Clubbing in Medellin, what’s it like?”
Clubbing in Medellin
If you come to Medellin expecting one huge party town like Vegas, Miami, or Montreal. You might need to reevaluate your trip.
Medellin has dozens of great bars and nightclubs. Not to mention a cornucopia of beautiful eligible women. But lacks the day clubs and party atmosphere that lure millions to Vegas and Miami. But, the bars, nightclubs, and ambiance felt once Thursday night hits, leave nothing to the imagination.
Everyone dances in Medellín and at 90% of nightclubs the music played is reggaeton. So we recommend you brush up on your dancing skills, guys.
Where are the best places to Party in Medellin?
Parque Lleras is a large park named after a well-known banker in the early 20th century and is currently synonymous with nightlife.
Also known for great restaurants but it’s the place to be for all things party.
There are nightclubs for every budget. But the great thing about Parque Lleras is, that you’ll see a wide range of people from all social statuses interacting and partying.
A couple of the area’s best nightclubs are La Ruana de Juana and Club Gusto. If you wish to have an insider’s Parque Lleras experience, why not hit us up for our VIP Host service.
Clubbing in Medellin
Another popular location for great bars and nightclubs is the newly renovated Rio Sur Shopping Center.
Located on Milla de Oro (or Golden Mile Street). Rio Sur by day is a shopping center. But once the sun sets, the half dozen premier nightclubs open and you have yourself the city’s most popular place for Medellin’s upper class.
With nightclubs such as Kukaramakara and Sixtinna at the helm. Rio Sur lights up and is a can’t miss if you wish to party with a more elite group of people.
Last but not least, there is a long strip (you’ll see it on the way down from the airport) known as Las Palmas (Palms Avenue).
Las Palmas has tons of bars and nightclubs which lure both locals and tourists alike. Here you’ll find Dulce Jesus Mio which is a very oddly themed nightclub that I’m sure you’ll never forget.
Dulce Jesus Mio (which translates to My Sweet Jesus) is decorated with pop culture memorabilia you’ll probably find at creepy yard sales where horror movies begin. The staff is all themed to represent a classic Colombian town. There’s a midget dressed in baby clothing, the town drunk, the town priest, and the town hooker.
When are the best days to go out?
As we stated, don’t expect much to be going on during the earlier days of the week. But if you find yourself in the city for a long weekend, you will not be disappointed by the number of packed nightclubs in Parque Lleras.
Thursdays is ladies’ night at most nightclubs and you’ll also find that many of these nightclubs have an open bar on Thursdays. Pay a small fee of no more than $20 and you’ll have all you can drink beers, vodka, or Medellin Rum.
On Fridays, your best bet will be Parque Lleras as it is the headquarters for most of the city’s restaurants, nightclubs, and pubs.
There is always a big event going on on Saturdays. So let us know the type of music your group is into and we’ll be sure to provide you with insight on what is going on and where.
Why Medellin?
If you wish to travel to a place where you can get the sense of being away from the hustle and bustle of American life. Medellin will be that place. The nightlife may not be as legendary as Miami or Las Vegas. But this city is growing and becoming a place for adventure seekers.
If you wish to learn more about Medellin Nightlife or how you will have the time of your life in a city unknown, be sure to contact us today. You won’t regret it.
