Main Arteries of El Poblado
Avenida El Poblado
Direction: North-south
Function: Central axis of the district
Extends from Parque del Poblado to La Aguacatala interchange
Transversal Superior and Inferior
Direction: North-south, parallel to the avenidas
Function: Basic collector roads traversing the hilly terrain
Calle 10
Direction: East-west, going uphill
Function: Important commercial and nightlife corridor
Intersections: Crossed by Avenida Las Vegas, Avenida El Poblado, Transversal Inferior, and Transversal Superior
Notable: Known for its restaurants, bars, and shops
Avenida Las Palmas
Direction: Northeast
Function: Connects El Poblado with eastern Medellín and beyond
Extends from intersection of Calle 33 and Avenida El Poblado to San Diego area
Connects to Alto de Las Palmas, Llanogrande, and Túnel de Oriente
Provides access to José María Córdova International Airport
Avenida Las Vegas
Direction: North-south
Location: Parallel to the Medellín River on the western edge of El Poblado
Function: Part of the main arterial system
Avenida Regional
Direction: North-south
Location: Along the Medellín River
Main artery for the entire city of Medellín
Lomas (Hills)
Los Parra
Los González
Los Balsos
Direction: East-west, perpendicular to the transversales and avenidas
Function: Connect lower and upper parts of El Poblado
Where to Stay in El Poblado
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