Parque Lineal La Presidenta
Park of about 20,000 m² along the La Presidenta creek, in El Poblado. It has trails, three bridges, a playground and a farmers' market on Sundays.
- Price
- Free entry.
- Price
- Free
- Duration
- 0 to 2 hours
- Address
- Quebrada La Presidenta (creek), near Calle 8, El Poblado, Medellín
The Parque Lineal La Presidenta follows the creek of the same name in El Poblado, near Provenza and Parque Lleras. It's about 20,000 square meters of public space with footpaths, trees, planters, a playground and three bridges over the creek.
The city has been restoring it with private support: in 2025 they planted 5,789 plants, 800 orchids and 200 bromeliads.
On Sundays there are Mercados Campesinos (farmers' markets), and during the week there are dance and yoga classes, Medellín Philharmonic concerts and environmental activities.
What to see
- The trails along the creek.
- The three footbridges.
- The Sunday farmers' market.
Getting there
- Metro: Poblado station (Line A), then about a 15-minute walk.
- On foot from Provenza or Parque Lleras.
Tips
- Go on a Sunday morning for the farmers' market.
- It's a good green break between Provenza and Parque Lleras.
FAQ
What's in the Parque Lineal La Presidenta?
Trails, trees, a playground and three bridges over the creek. On Sundays there's a farmers' market.
Do I have to pay?
No, it's public space.
On the map
Photos: Felipe Restrepo Acosta, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
