Interesting Things To Do In Restrepo Meta

An Overview of Restrepo Meta

Restrepo in the Meta Department of Colombia (not to be confused with the Restrepo neighborhood in Bogotá) is a small town surrounded by rising mountains and lush greenery. It’s located a short distance to the north from the larger community of Villavicencio, where the Andes meet the plains of Los Llanos. Known for its access to numerous streams, rocky waterfalls and a small town plaza, Restrepo is a lovely town.

Interesting Things To Do In Restrepo Meta

Restrepo Meta City Park

Better known as “Parque Central de Restrepo,” this is the town’s central square, known for a twin-spired cathedral which lights up at night, festival activities, small food stalls and public artworks. The space is a central gathering point for the town community.

Las Malocas – Catama Park

Found slightly to the East of nearby Villavicencio, this park is a themed-art park filled with narrow walking paths leading past colorful and outlandish figures. The artifacts, exhibits and activities are themed around the mythical stories from the region, along with preserved “towns” and “farms” to demonstrate how people lived in the area in the past. There are figures riding pigs, crow-like humanoids, large instruments, blue-haired statues and flaming demons.

Fundadores Park

This is a public park in Villavicencio, filled with small plaza spaces and many cartoonish statues and regal sculptures. The space is excellent to visit during the holidays, as much of the park is well-decorated with lights and props.

Cascada Blanca

For those willing to brave the lush mountains to the north of Restrepo, there are countless rivers leading to swimming streams, waterfalls and blue lagoons. Cascada Blanca is an especially large and impressive waterfall with other natural features nearby.

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