Botanical garden · Across the city
Jardín Botánico de Medellín
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About
The Jardín Botánico de Medellín, named after the Antioquian naturalist Joaquín Antonio Uribe, is a 13.2-hectare garden in the north of the city, opened in 1972. It keeps more than 5,000 plants of around 1,200 species, some of them threatened, and calls itself a living science museum. Entry is free, and it sits steps from Universidad Metro station on Metro Line A.
Highlights
- Free entry; the Butterfly House and the Prehistoric Plants Trail charge a small fee
- Free guided walks with the garden's environmental educators, no booking needed
- The Orquideorama, one of the garden's landmark structures
- More than 5,000 plants of around 1,200 species on 13.2 hectares
- Three restaurants on site: InSitu, Del Bosque and La Estación
Getting there
By Car
The garden has its own car park, with 105 car spaces, 72 motorbike spaces and 2 accessible spaces. Cars pay COP 4,100 per hour or part hour, up to COP 20,000 for the day (12 hours); motorbikes pay COP 1,300 per hour, up to COP 10,000. The garden also mentions a small public car park for 120 vehicles on Carrera 52 (Carabobo).
By Public Transport
Take Metro Line A to Universidad station, which connects directly to one of the garden's entrances, about 100 m away in a straight line. Pedestrians enter and leave through the Access Building, a few steps from the station. There is bicycle parking for COP 1,000 a day, paid at the ticket office.
By Taxi / Rideshare
Taxis can drop off near the pedestrian entrance at Carrera 52 and Calle 73. Uber, DiDi and InDrive also operate in Medellín.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Jardín Botánico's opening hours?
Tuesday to Friday 9:30 to 16:00; Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays 9:00 to 16:00. It is closed on Mondays; when a Monday is a public holiday it opens and closes on the Tuesday instead. Some dates close for private and city events, and the garden publishes them on its website.
Is entry free?
Yes, entry to the garden is free except during special events. Two attractions charge: the Butterfly House (COP 10,000) and the Prehistoric Plants Trail (COP 6,000).
Are there guided tours?
Yes, free ones led by the garden's environmental educators: Tuesday at 11:00, Thursday at 14:00, and weekends and public holidays at 11:00 and 14:00. Meet at the Sala de Lectura y Cultura; no registration is needed.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Pets are not allowed, except companion animals certified by a doctor or psychologist.
Can I take photos?
Yes, but both personal and commercial photo sessions need a form filled in at least five working days before the visit.
