Colombia · NIGHTLIFE
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 9 nightlife experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Join local hosts such as Camila, Marbeluz, Hugo, or Jorge for a six-hour night through Cartagena’s Old City and Getsemaní. You’ll learn basic Salsa or Champeta moves, play drinking games, collect shots, and visit three changing bars and clubs with English or Spanish guides.
“Nothing it was a good experience and a good variety of bars and clubs!”
Spend about 4.5 hours moving through Medellín’s El Poblado nightlife scene, from Click Clack and Yuzu rooftops to Provenza clubs, La Oculta, Mombasa, or La House. A bilingual guide handles the route, with one free shot, an empanada, and club access included.
Start at Purple Reign in Parque Lleras, share Colombian aguardiente, visit Inzolente Rooftop, walk through Provenza, eat an empanada, then party at La House and Saoco. Guides such as Luciana, Juan, Mauricio, and Nico lead groups of up to 21 people from 9 p.m. for about four hours.
“Juan was an incredible guide & I truly had one of the best experiences I’ve had in Colombia. A warm and friendly personality made me feel instantly welcomed, and he went above and beyond to show me the real beauty and culture of this country. Thanks to him, I didn’t just feel like a tourist and also. I felt like I made a real friend. If you’re looking to experience the wonder of Colombia through the eyes of someone who genuinely loves and knows his country, I can’t recommend Juan enough. ¡Mil gracias!”
Start at Microcerveceria by Bruder with a craft beer tasting, then enjoy a cocktail at El Mono Bandido Zona T before ending at Federal Rooftop. Guides such as Lina and Stephanie lead groups of up to 10, with non-alcoholic drinks available and hotel transport offered as an upgrade.
“My group and I were running late an I what's app Nina to inform her and she and the group was understanding and waited. When we met up with the group we met persons from 3 other Spanish country and a guy from Canada. Nina was very personable and very informative and entertaining. We truly enjoyed ourselves. At the end of the night she arranged an Uber for us. I highly recommend this tour !!!”
Meet Miss Tatiana at Pegasus Pier for a two-hour party boat ride around Cartagena Bay. Expect music, dancing, an entertainer, rum-based drinks, sunset views, bilingual tour support, and a nightclub ticket. The boat is small, so this suits social night owls more than anyone seeking a quiet cruise.
“Es básico en un barco pequeño y la Barra libre es ron con Coca-Cola únicamente y no se puede tomar más de dos veces porque se vuelve incómodo por el tamaño del barco”
Join Ana or Laura for a three-hour, Spanish-language salsa crawl through San Antonio, Flavor Street, and Barrio Obrero. You’ll visit three local bars, receive a brandy shot and drink discounts, walk between venues, and get help from a caleña who knows where the dancing happens.
“Recomiendo. El tour fue buenísimo. La mejor forma de conocer lugares emblemáticos de Cali con una guía nativa. Ana es muy simpática y atenta, haciendo la experiencia ser tranquila y divertida. El tour se desarrolló conforme la descripción de la actividad. En el primer bar, la guía nos esperó afuera y me ayudó a cargar el celu. El segundo lugar fue un bar en la calle y Ana buscó que estuviéramos cómodas ahí. El último bar es muy recomendado por los caleños y se puede bailar bastante. La mejor forma de conocer la noche caleña y disfrutar de buenos ambientes con mucha salsa y la comodidad de que te acompañe…”
Join Juan, a local Paisa guide, for four hours around Medellin’s Poblado nightlife. Start with a welcome shot, walk Parque Lleras and Provenza, share an empanada, visit a rooftop, taste aguardiente, and finish at a club. English and Spanish tours are offered.
“It’s a blast every time. Whether you are in Medellin or Cartagena, Juan’s tours are amazing!”
Meet your guide at Pegasos Pier for a two-hour sunset boat party with music, dancing, games, and an open bar of rum, brandy, Coke, and orange juice. Then walk to a typical restaurant, followed by a guided Getsemaní night tour with live music, cocktails, and nightclub entry.
Join Ana or another bilingual guide for a three-hour crawl through Botánico Pub, BBC Granada, and Antaño Cervecería. You’ll sample local craft beers, learn how to taste them, play drinking games, and finish with tapas. The group is limited to eight people.
“I absolutely loved this craft beer tour in Cali! 🍻 Even though the tour was in Spanish (my mistake when booking), it turned out to be the best decision. I don’t really speak Spanish, but I understand quite a bit, and Ana was incredibly kind and patient. She spoke slowly so I could follow along, and when I didn’t understand something, she explained it in another way. We visited some amazing bars, learned about different local beer styles, how to taste them properly, and even played a super fun game that I got to take home with me. The atmosphere was friendly, relaxed, and full of laughter — even with…”
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