Salento, Colombia: A Short Travel Guide
Salento is tucked into the rolling hills of central Colombia. Renowned for producing some of the world’s most exquisite coffee beans, Salento is a haven for those who love to have a morning cup. But besides that, Salento is also known for its stunning colonial architecture and breathtaking valleys filled with lofty wax palm trees. It’s also a place where you can take a ride through the lush terrain in a classic “Willy Jeep”, which has become an icon in Colombia. In this travel guide, we share our top things to do in Salento as well as great places to stay, eat, and drink.
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Best Things To Do In Salento
Explore Salento Town
Walk to the Salento Viewpoints
Tour the Coffee Farms (Recommendation: El Ocaso Coffee Tour)
Explore La Carbonera Valley (on a horseback)
Places To Stay In Salento
Viajero Hostel ($ - where we stayed): cheap dorm rooms, sociable hostel with lots of activities to engage in
Terrazas de Salento ($$): beautiful and quiet hotel with clean rooms and a nice outdoor space
Hotel Salento Plaza ($$): another more quiet option with comfy beds and clean rooms
Places To Eat And Drink In Salento
Bambú Restaurante Bar: good food and fair prices
Botánica Salento: spectacular view, good to have a drink
Brunch de Salento: very generous portions of breakfast and brunch items
Café Jesús Martín: best coffee in town
Camino Real: street filled with souvenir shops, bars, and restaurants
Coco Bowl: great açai bowls and breakfast options
Kafé Del Alma: live music bar
La Tapería Salento: Spanish tapas restaurant
Restaurante María Ocampos Salento (Café-Bar): beautiful views & delicious food
Restaurante Súper Patacón Salento: good trutcha (trout) and other local dishes
Serendipia Encuentro: great vegetarian restaurant
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Use These Websites To Save Money On Your Trip To Salento
Booking.com for places to stay
Skyscanner for cheap flights
GetYourGuide for local tours
Rentalcars.com for affordable car rentals
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