Shopping
Articles about Shopping from Medellin Living — expat guides, news and first-hand experience in Medellín, Colombia.
Groupon Medellín: Does Groupon Work (Plus Alternatives) in Colombia
Short on time? Groupon no longer works directly in Colombia the way it did before. But don’t worry, because you’ll find a few Colombian alternatives and local apps where you can score deals on restaurants, spas, tours,…
Laureles’ Top Organic Grocery Stores
Colombia is one of the most biodiverse countries in terms of fruits and vegetables. There are more than 400 native fruit species in the country. You could even eat a different fruit every day of the year if you set your…
Where to Buy Sustainable Clothes in Medellín
In Colombia, sustainable clothing has made its way through green cities such as Medellin. The need to create an environmental impact and promote conscious consumption of garments has become more popular. No need to…
Where to Find the Best Christmas Gifts in Medellín
December is the month to dote on your loved ones and splash out on a few presents. No matter how far away in the world you are – or perhaps you’re planning on spending the holidays at home – bringing something back from…
Where to Go Shopping in Medellín for Every Budget
One of the biggest difficulties living in another country can be getting to grips with where to shop for what, as well as trying to keep to a budget (normally while mentally converting everything into your home…
Things to Do in Medellín on Saturdays
The weekend has finally arrived and with weather as perfect as Medellín’s, it’s difficult to stay in bed past 10 am without deep feelings of guilt. If you’re not too hungover from the night before, Saturdays in the City…
Shopping at Tiendas D1 to Save on Groceries
Jeff looks at how shopping at Tiendas D1, the little giant of Colombian supermarkets, you can save substantially on your grocery bill.
Makro Opens New Warehouse Store in Medellín Near El Poblado
A new, large Makro warehouse store recently opened in Medellín with good grocery prices, which is conveniently located near the Poblado metro station.
10 Surprisingly Cheap Things in Medellín (2016 Update)
The exchange rate for the peso hit an all time high so we revisit one of the most popular posts to see the impact on surprisingly cheap things in Medellín.
Mayorca Mall Opens Major Expansion in Sabaneta
Jeff takes us to a major expansion of the popular Mayorca mall in Sabaneta, which recently opened adding 295 shops.
Mercados Campesinos Medellín: Supporting Local Farmers and Entrepreneurs
Each Sunday in Parque La Presidenta in El Poblado, you can buy fresh produce and other goods direct from local farmers at Mercados Campesinos Medellín.
Mall Zona Dos: A Day of Shopping in El Poblado
Mall Zona Dos, located in the hills of El Poblado, offers boutique fashion stores, unique dining options and a wide variety of services.
Euro Opens Grocery Store in Booming Part of Belén
Euro recently opened its newest grocery store in Medellín in the Loma de Los Bernal barrio, a booming part of Belén with many new apartments nearby.
10 Surprisingly Cheap Things in Medellín
Jeff looks at 10 surprisingly cheap things in Medellín, which contribute to the low cost of living in the city.
Shopping at City Plaza, Envigado’s Modern Mall
City Plaza is the only modern mall in Envigado, which is surprising as Envigado has a bigger population than El Poblado.
Avenida Jardín: Boutique Shopping in Laureles
Avenida Jardín gives us a whole street with plenty of fashion boutiques, mostly addressed to women, but nevertheless, useful for men too.
Shopping at Aves Maria, Sabaneta’s Modern Mall
Aves Maria Centro Comerical is the only Western-style mall in Sabaneta. With the rapid growth of Sabaneta, it should eventually become a very busy mall.
Centro Comercial Viva Laureles
Centro Comercial Viva is a project signed by Éxito Real Estate and opened its doors in Laureles in November 2012.
PriceSmart Warehouse Club Opens Store
A new, large PriceSmart warehouse club recently opened in Medellín with good prices and a wide selection of imported items.
Vía Primavera and Vía Provenza: Boutique Shopping in La Zona Rosa
In El Poblado’s Zona Rosa, the businesses along Vía Primavera and Vía Provenza are leading the way in innovative fashion, gastronomy and design.
Ryan’s Guide to Grocery Shopping
Ryan gives us tips for grocery shopping in Medellín, not just how to save money, but how to find certain items, everything from food to shampoo.
Buying a Computer or Tablet in Colombia
It is possible to buy computer or tablet in Colombia for similar prices as the U.S. due to computers and tablets being exempt from the IVA tax in Colombia.
Puerta del Norte: The Largest Mall in Bello
Puerta del Norte is the largest mall in Bello and is perhaps the largest mall in the Medellín metro area that hasn’t yet been discovered by many foreigners.
Rio Sur: Trendy Nightlife and Boutique Shopping
Rio Sur is the most recent mall to open on the upmarket stretch of Avenida Poblado. It’s known for housing some of the city’s top bars and clubs.
Unicentro: A Western-Style Mall in Laureles
Centro Comercial Unicentro is the only Western-style mall located in the community of Laureles in Medellín.
Shopping at Oviedo, El Poblado’s Oldest Mall
Centro Comercial Oviedo is one of a handful of big malls in the city and the first one in El Poblado, although Centro Comercial Santafé is now the biggest.
Shopping at Monterrey, Medellín’s Technology Mall
Monterrey is a unique mall in Medellín and is probably the best place to go in Medellín when trying to locate a hard-to-find technology product.
Using Mail Boxes Etc. to Receive Mail and Packages
Mail Boxes Etc. has an e-box service that permits you to receive mail and packages in Medellín from the United States inexpensively and reliably.
Shopping at San Diego, Medellín’s Oldest Mall
Centro Comercial San Diego is the oldest Western-style shopping mall in Medellín, which opened in 1972. The mall remains popular with over 230 shops.
Shopping at Santafé, Medellín’s Largest Mall
Santafé is the largest shopping mall in Medellín with over 380 shops. With its size and location in El Poblado it is the most popular mall in the city.
Premium Plaza: Shopping and Entertainment Under One Roof
Premium Plaza is one of the largest malls in Medellín and is rather unique with its entire third floor dedicated to entertainment, making it worth a visit.
Los Molinos: The Only Western-Style Mall in Belén
Los Molinos is the only Western-style mall located in Belén. This is somewhat surprising considering that Belén is Medellín’s largest comuna.
Shopping at Florida Parque, Medellín’s Newest Mall
Florida Parque is the newest shopping mall in Medellín but isn’t located in El Poblado. Florida Parque is located near Cerro El Volador in Robledo.
Dulce Encanto: Online Shopping for Women’s Accessories
Melissa’s guide to Dulce Encanto, the Colombian-owned, online shopping website for women’s accessories.
El Hueco: The Cheapest Shopping in Medellín
El Hueco, located in the center of Medellín, is a shopper’s dream. You can find anything and everything for the cheapest prices in the city.
Mayorca: A Metro-Accessible Outlet Mall in Sabaneta
With discounted big brands such as Levis, Naf Naf and Sketchers, Mayorca mall caters for a wide range of age groups at a fraction of regular prices.
Regal Shopping at Palacio Nacional
Impressive, stately and very regal, a shopping experience at Palacio Nacional here feels as though you are shopping in a palace.
Shopping at Punto Clave
Close to the Industriales metro station is the shopping mall of Punto Clave, with a small selection of shops, household goods and a few cafés.
Exploring the Monthly San Alejo Handicraft Market
Held on the first saturday of every month, San Alejo Market is a melting pot of innovation and creativeness and the place for shopping in Medellín.
Plaza Minorista: A Farmer’s Market in El Centro
Ryan explores Plaza Minorista, a farmer’s market in downtown Medellin full of fresh meat and produce.
Where to Find Halloween Costumes in Medellin
Paisas love to dress up and go out partying for Halloween. Here’s our guide to the best places to find Halloween costumes in Medellin. Good luck!
The Best Malls in Medellín
Writer’s note: This is the eighth story in a monthly series on the “best of” Medellín and the surrounding area. To read the seventh story, click here. Something impossible to miss in Medellín is the shopping malls.…
El Tesoro: Medellín’s Best Mall
El Tesoro is a modern shopping mall in the Poblado neighborhood of Medellin, Colombia. It offers scenic views of the city and valley.
Crafts, Games and Music in Downtown Medellín
The park fills up, quickly. This is the first Saturday of every month at Parque Bolívar, where the Mercado de San Alejo draws paisas and tourists looking for bags to bracelets to dresses, even tables, chairs and other…
Christmas Shopping in Centro
Deciding what to buy them was easy. I just had to find them. My four nephews and nieces love soccer so I figured soccer jerseys would make a great Christmas gift, but I had to find them in their favorite colors and that…
Shopping at Home Center
If you just got to Medellín or have been living here and feel like you need a little change of home décor, the Home Center is the place to go. It has everything you need in one massive building from cups and plates to…
The Small Feet of Medellin
This is a guest post by Robin, director of The Arepa. Medellin, home to friendly Paisas, beautiful women, and people with really small feet. Yes, small, feet. I have lived here for a year now and have sadly not been…
Fashion: A Woman’s Guide to the Medellin Look
“The plan was to just pass through Medellin…but that was four months ago.” The story is all too common here in Medellin. Travelers are either making their way through Southern and Latin America, or come to Medellin for…
The Expat Approach to Buying a Laptop
Between internet and transportation costs, universities and computer shops closing Sundays and for frequent holidays, and simply wanting some privacy and a quiet environment conducive to writing, I made the decision to…
A Steady Diet of Frosted Flakes
Since moving out of the hostel, I’ve slowly begun to adopt a healthier, cheaper mentality around eating. In general, I am trying to eat more at the apartment, and less at restaurants. I think I am saving money, but it…
My Neighborhood Outlet Store
There is a small outlet store around the corner from my apartment building, and I would often see groups of people waiting for it to open at 10 am, especially on Friday and Saturday mornings. The one time I had ducked…
Shopping Malls
Exito is the American equivalent of Walmart or Target in Colombia, and it is based out of Medellin. The stores remind me of home, and a Colombian friend explained they are well-known for their high quality of customer…