Typical crowd level each month (relative), averaged over the attractions of each city. Shorter bar = fewer people.
Overall, Santa Marta tends to be less crowded than Medellín.
Based on historical visitor patterns, June is usually the quietest month in Medellín.
Based on historical visitor patterns, September is usually the quietest month in Santa Marta.
In Medellín the quietest day is usually Monday; in Santa Marta, Monday. Weekdays early in the morning are the safest bet in both.
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