Green Spaces& Urban Wildlife
Free botanical gardens. Parrots in the city. Hiking without leaving town.
Houseplant Paradise
Stupid cheap and everywhere. Markets overflowing with options. Feed your plant addiction affordably.
City Parks
Abundant, well-maintained, everywhere. Parque de los Pies Descalzos, Parque Norte. Actually used by families, couples, friends.
Jardín Botánico
FREE. World-class. Free. Orchids, butterflies, iguanas, peaceful AF. One of the best free attractions in any city.
Parque Explora
Interactive science museum + aquarium. Great for families, dates, solo exploration. Well-designed, engaging, affordable.
Parque Conservación (Zoo)
Animals genuinely well cared for. They eat better than most Americans. Staff clearly gives a shit — not depressing.
Hiking
Serious hiking within/near city limits. Parque Arví accessible by Metrocable. Mountains aren't scenery — they're your gym.
Urban Wildlife
Green parrots, red macaws — just chilling. Incredible birding without leaving urban areas. Colombia = most bird species on Earth.