Ana Maria Valle

Tourists stroll down a street that is packed with bars and restaurants, in Medellin's Provenza neighborhood.

Medellín was one of the world’s most dangerous cities. Now, it’s trying to grapple with an influx of tourists.

January 4, 2024Community

With a reputation for being fun, affordable and surrounded by nature, Medellín has become Colombia’s most visited city. But a recent boom in tourism has also been bittersweet for some locals, who are being priced out of the city’s most appealing neighborhoods.