El Poblado
Museo El Castillo
A 1930s Gothic-style castle with French gardens and valley views
Relaxed$ history gardens photography family
El Castillo is a Gothic-style mansion built in 1930 in the hills of El Poblado, preserving the art, furniture and lifestyle of the Echavarría Misas family across five floors. Its manicured gardens and terrace overlook the Aburrá Valley; Fridays are garden-only.
Why we love it
- Guided tour of the castle's rooms
- Stroll the formal gardens
- Valley views from the terrace
Enjoy it safely
A quiet, gated museum; arrive by taxi or app ride up the hill.
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