Medellín Underground Bible

Welcome to the Medellín Underground Wiki! This guide is designed to help you plan an unforgettable experience in Medellín, whether you're visiting for a bachelor party, considering a move, or just looking for tips on what to do in this vibrant city.

Getting Started

Trip Planning

Getting to Medellín: A Guide for Tourists
Basic Fact Sheet: Executive Guide to Colombia
The 12 Month Visa Plan: A Guide to Maximize your Visa Duration

Getting Around

Exploring Medellín: A Guide to Key Neighborhoods
Driving in Medellín: A Guide for Expats
Interstate Travel: Getting around in Colombia

Bachelor Parties

Venues: Best locations for hosting bachelor parties

Party Favors (Drugs)

Legalize It: Is weed legal in Medellín?
Medellín Drugs: Everything you wanted to know about scoring drugs in Medellín
Pink Cocaine (Tussi): Everything you wanted to know about Tussi

Dating

Tips: Advice for navigating the local dating scene
Good Girls: How do I meet a good girl?
Dating Apps: Can I meet good girls on dating apps?
Expectations: What do good girls expect from a man?
Flakiness: Why are girls so flaky?
Age Gap Dating: What do Colombians think of couples with large age gaps?
Undercover Hooker: Is my good girl a hooker?

Adult Entertainment

Street Hookers: A look into the scene
Strip Clubs: What you need to know
Parque Lleras: The Red Light District of Medellin

Gambling

Poker Rooms: Popular poker rooms to visit in Medellín

Scams

Common Scams: A comprehensive list of the most common scams you may encounter in Medellín

Spanish Schools

Language Schools: Top schools that offer local instruction
Tutor Apps: Apps to help you learn on the go
Language Exchange: Opportunities to practice with locals
Translation Tools: Useful apps for translation assistance
Medellin Slang: Words to help you sound Paisa
Basic Phrases: Essential phrases for everyday communication

Everything Visa

Requirements: Overview of necessary documentation for entry
Types: Different visa options available for travelers
Extensions: How to extend your stay if needed
Overstayed your Visa?: What you need to know
Visa Resources: Resources for Visa Issues in Medellín

Coworking

Spaces: Popular coworking locations in Medellín
Cafes: Recommended cafes that offer great work environments

Shopping

Districts: Best areas for shopping in Medellín
Markets: Unique markets for local crafts and goods
Souvenirs: Popular items to bring home
Fashion: Trendy boutiques and clothing shops
Grocery: Where to find local and international food products
Bargaining: Advice on negotiating prices in markets
Online Shopping: How to buy items online

Services

Emergency Care: Medical help for English-speaking expats in Medellín
Transportation: Reliable options for getting around Medellín
Mobile Phones: Cellular services for your stay
Banking as a Tourist: How to get cash and pay for things