Discover the Culinary Paradise of Mercado del Río

Getting There

• Metro

  If you are starting from El Poblado, head to the El Poblado Metro Station (Estación El Poblado). From there, take the Metro Line A (the blue line) towards La Estrella. After two stops, get off at the Poblado station. From Poblado, transfer to the Metro Line B (the orange line) towards San Javier. Ride for three stops and get off at the San Antonio station. Here, follow the signs to the exit and head towards the street. Once outside, you will head west towards Calle 24.

• Walking

  Once you're at the San Antonio Metro Station, exit and walk towards Calle 24. Turn left on Calle 24 and continue straight. You will pass through a couple of blocks, and you will see many shops and cafes along the way. After a 10-15 minute walk, you will arrive at Mercado del Río, which will be on your right at Cl. 24 #48-28.

• Bus

  From the San Antonio Metro Station, you can also take a bus. Look for the bus stop nearby and check for buses heading towards El Poblado. Ensure the bus has stops near Mercado del Río. You can ask locals for the right bus number if you're unsure. The bus ride should take about 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hail a taxi or use rideshare apps like Uber or Didi. Simply input 'Mercado del Río, Cl. 24 #48-28, Medellín' as your destination. The ride will typically take about 10-15 minutes from central Medellín, depending on traffic.

• Bicycle

  For the more adventurous, you can rent a bicycle from one of the local rental shops. Once you have your bike, head towards the bike paths that follow the river. Follow the signs towards El Poblado, and after about a 20-30 minute ride, you will reach Mercado del Río. Be sure to use bike lanes where available for safety.