The overall judgment would be that Medellin is considered safer than Bogota. The capital attracts more pickpocketers, thieves, and more areas seem unsafe at night. You need to be cautious and use your good judgment. No matter where you are, just use basic safety precautions, and you will be fine.

Which is the safest city in Colombia?

Bucaramanga is a safe, modern city with excellent public transportation, great spring-like year-round weather, a Joint Commission International-accredited hospital, and a newly expanded airport. The cost of living is even less expensive than many parts of Medellín and the Coffee Triangle.

Is Medellín dangerous for tourists?

Medellins crime rates are low Yes, Medellin was once infamously dangerous — it was even once known as the most dangerous city in the world! But the Medellin of today is completely different. In fact, Medellins 82% decline in violent crime means that the city is now safer than New Orleans.

Is Bogota higher than Medellín?

Bogotá is a much bigger city with a metro population of about 10 million so it obviously has many more restaurant and nightlife options. In comparison, Medellín has a metro population of over 3.7 million. Bogotá is more of an international city and it has many more options to try foods from around the world.

Which is safer Cali or Medellín?

Medellín ranked much higher than Cali in a recent survey of 12,548 in Colombia in terms of citizens feeling safe in their barrio and city.

Is English spoken in Medellín Colombia?

Luckily enough, the glitzier, partayier areas of Colombia´s two largest cities also happen to speak the most English. The closer you get to Zona T in Bogotá or Parque Lleras in Medellín, the more English you´ll find spoken.

Do they speak English in Cali Colombia?

Very little English is spoken, especially in less touristy places (and Cali definitely counts as less touristy).