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Malls are something of an institution in Medellin. A place to be seen, hang out with friends or go shopping.
If you want to relax in one of the many comfortable malls in Medellin for a few hours they offer everything you might expect such as restaurants, fast food courts, clothing stores, cineplexes, good parking facilities and more. Addresses are given but give yourself a rest and take a taxi because navigating Medellin takes some doing. • Oviedo • El Tesoro • San Diego • Unicentro • Vizcaya • Monterrey Medellin is booming and shopping centres are popping up left, right and center. Click here to share your findings of a hidden gem such as a clothing, gift or books store that you think others might enjoy. Oviedo Cra. 43a #6 Sur-15 (On El Poblado next to McDonalds)
Oviedo is the fanciest in Medellin and centrally located in El Poblado right next to the Hotel Plaza del Poblado. El Tesoro Cra. 25a 1a Sur-45 (On Transversal Superior) El Tesoro used to be #1 but Oviedo gives some tough competition.
It has a magnificent view over the city and is a bit more quiet than Oviedo. Worth the visit for the view. San Diego Cl. 34 #43-66 (On El Poblado toward downtown district) A nice alternative and a bit more down to earth. Located strategically between El Poblado and Centro (Downtown). Take the opportunity to wander around the neighbouring area toward El Poblado that is fairly charming with a number of small Tienda (shops) selling snacks, coffees and such. Unicentro Cra. 66b # 34a-76 (In central Medellin) A family mall. Friendly and relaxed with all the usual. There is a Crepes and Waffles on the 3rd floor that is easily overlooked. Vizcaya Cl. 9 #30-382 (3 min walk up from Parque Lleras) The mall is no longer that popular but is interesting for 3 reasons: - Excellent view over El Poblado. Monterrey Cra. 48 & Calle 10 (Right next to the Calle 10 Metro station) Specializes in electronics and computers and has a decent bowling alley on the top floor. Lacks good places to eat but has a cineplex. Do you have a secret you would like share?
We would all love to know! Perhaps you have found that one perfect store that sells exquisite AND cheap hand-made jewelry or has an excellent selection of second hand literature in English for example.
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