La Candelaria Travel Guide
Medellín
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 in 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 with a stop at Plaza Cisneros. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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? Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Medellin Town Hall
After visiting Medellin Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Medellín. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Day tour to Guatapé +Rock del Peñol: Breakfast, Lunch and Boat.
Pablo Escobar Tour : Museum, History and Beer
PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas
Tour to Guatape, Piedra del Peñol, lunch, snacks boat trip
Medellin: City Bike Tour with Colombian Drinks and Snacks
Medellín: Comuna 13 District Tour with Cable Car Ride
Top hotels in La Candelaria
Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo
"Deberían de poner espejos completos, colocar el buffet mas privado y gavetas en los cuartos"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Dorado La 70
"Todo buena localización y personal amable"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo
"Best hotel for the best prize !!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Heiss Hotel By Jalo
"Everything was very good beautiful hotel."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
"I had a really great time and this beautiful hotel. Clean rooms. The staff was pleasant and accommodating. Facilities were nice. Great area. Nice breakfast. The only thing I would say is the shower is set up that you walk in and turn on the rain forest shower automatically to cold pours on your head ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Dann Carlton Medellin Hotel
"The staff was top notch. My first trip to Medellin and I couldn’t have asked for a better stay. I give this Hotel my highest recommendation."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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 of the city at Estadio Station or Suramericana Station.
Florida Nueva
Even though there aren't top sights in Florida Nueva, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Atanasio Giradot Stadium. Jump on the metro at Estadio Station to see more of the city.
San Diego
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of San Diego. You might consider stopping by San Diego Shopping Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Buenos Aires
When in Buenos Aires and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Botero Plaza or Antioquia Museum and hop on the metro to see more of 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.
Belen
Though Belen may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Centro Comercial Los Molinos and Unicentro Shopping Center.
