Armenia in Colombia might not get the same fanfare as Bogota or Medellin, but what it lacks in la fama, it makes up for in java. Drinking amazing Colombian coffee is one of the best things to do in Armenia. Armenia is part of the Coffee Triangle, and most visitors arrive here en route to towns like the traditional village of Salento or attractions like the coffee-themed Parque del Café amusement park.
One excellent aspect of Armenia and Colombia’s Coffee Triangle is that it has not one but two harvest seasons. To taste the freshest beans picked by the bushel, visit between April and June or between October and December. Remember that these months are technically in the rainy season, though gray skies aren’t usually a daily forecast.
Your transportation needs will vary depending on what you want to do in Armenia and how long you plan on staying. If you’re strictly hanging around the city, take advantage of cheap bus fares, and augment that with walking or cycling. If you’re planning day trips to other towns or coffee plantations, book guided tours with transportation from Armenia or hire a taxi or rideshare driver to ensure you have a consistent and reliable form of transportation between destinations.
You might arrive at Armenia’s international airport and confidently assume that service will be quick as you can throw a football from the check-in desk to the departure gangway. Don’t let this airport’s size fool you into assuming you can zoom in and out: You might sit in a customs line for an hour or more upon arrival and wait in long queues to get to your departure gate. Adjust your taxi or rideshare times accordingly.
