La Candelaria
Medellin
Visit La Candelaria
Popular places to visit
Botero Plaza
Walk among comically obese statues made by the illustrious artist Fernando Botero in this spacious plaza full of artisans and restaurants.
Plaza Mayor Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Plaza Mayor Convention Center during your trip to Medellín. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Antioquia Museum
Browse the original works of art on display by Medellin’s legendary artists Fernando Botero and Pedro Nel Gómez in the oldest museum in the state.
Plaza Cisneros
You can find out about the history of Medellín when you stop by Plaza Cisneros. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.
National Palace
During your trip to Medellín, you can search for that perfect souvenir at National Palace. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Medellin Cathedral
Medellin Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Medellín, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour with Street Food
Pablo Escobar Tour : Museum, History and Beer
PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas
hiking medellin and hidden waterfalls
Medellín: Comuna 13 District Tour with Cable Car Ride
Coffee Tour In Horse Riding and Lunch In Medellin
Top hotels in La Candelaria
Hotel Villanueva Comfort
Good
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo
Awesome time great place and staff
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Heiss Hotel By Jalo
The location, the rooms and the staff especially Laura A. was excellent. Most definitely a great hotel to stay ❤️
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Hotel Dorado La 70
Awsome
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo
There are many things to say about this hotel, so I thought best to give its pros and cons: Pros: The hotel is very conveniently located, and is walking distance to good restaurants and cafes, also a very nice restaurant next door (great breakfast) The room was very clean, and well kept The hotel ...
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
All great
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Candelaria
Laureles - Estadio
While you're in Laureles - Estadio, take in top sights like Atanasio Giradot Stadium or Unicentro Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Estadio Station or Suramericana Station.
San Diego
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of San Diego. You might consider a stop by San Diego Shopping Center while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Estadio
Travelers like the restaurants in Estadio, and Obelisco Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Buenos Aires
When in Buenos Aires and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Plaza Cisneros or Botero Plaza and hop on the metro to see more the city at Alejandro Echavarría Tram Stop or Miraflores MetroCable Station.
Laureles
Laureles is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Unicentro Shopping Center and Belén Andrés Escobar Sports Complex while in the area.
La América
While you're in La América, take in top sights like Miguel Angel Builes Ethnographic Museum and jump on the metro at Santa Lucia Station to see more of the city.
