Bicentenario Park: Medellín's Oasis of Reconciliation
Escape to Medellín's Bicentenario Park: a green sanctuary for reflection, recreation, and cultural events in the heart of the city.
Bicentenario Park in Medellín offers a green escape in the city center, commemorating Colombia's independence with gardens and the 'Tree of Life' sculpture. It's a space for relaxation and reflection, easily accessible and close to cultural landmarks.
A brief summary to Bicentenario Park
- Carrera 38 con Calle 52, Cl. 53 #35-28, Medellín, La Candelaria, Medellin, Boston, La Candelaria, Medellin, Antioquia, 050013, CO
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit the 'Tree of Life' sculpture, a powerful symbol of reconciliation made from collected knives.
- Check for local events and cultural performances that often take place in the park.
- Wear comfortable shoes to explore the walking paths and gardens.
- Combine your park visit with a trip to the nearby Memory House Museum to learn about Medellín's history.
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Getting There
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Metro
To reach Bicentenario Park via the Medellín Metro, take Line A to the San Antonio station. From San Antonio, transfer to the Tranvía de Ayacucho (Tram). Get off at the Bicentenario station. The park is a short walk from the station. A single metro ticket costs approximately 3,900 COP.
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Bus
Several buses serve the area around Bicentenario Park. Look for buses heading towards the Boston neighborhood. A typical bus fare is around 2,000-3,500 COP. Ask the driver to let you off at Bicentenario Park.
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Taxi/Rideshare
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Didi are readily available in Medellín. Simply enter 'Bicentenario Park' as your destination. A short taxi ride from the city center (e.g., Plaza Botero) will likely cost between 6,000-10,000 COP, depending on traffic and distance.
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Walking
If you are in the La Candelaria neighborhood, you can walk to Bicentenario Park. Head east on Calle 52 towards Carrera 38. Turn left on Carrera 38, and you'll find the park at the intersection with Calle 53.
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