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Parque Explora

Hands-on science museum with a big freshwater aquarium

Relaxed$$ family kids science metro rainy-day

Parque Explora is an interactive science museum in Medellín's northern cultural zone, with exhibition halls, a vivarium, outdoor areas and an aquarium of more than 200 aquatic species. It is closed on Mondays (or the Tuesday after a holiday).

Why we love it

  • Explore the freshwater aquarium
  • See reptiles and amphibians in the vivarium
  • Pair with the Planetario and Jardín Botánico next door

Enjoy it safely

A busy, family-friendly venue next to Universidad Metro station; normal awareness on the walk in.

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