Aranjuez Travel Guide

Medellin

Moravia is a community within Medellin that literally grew from a municipal landfill. Impoverished residents built makeshift homes out of whatever building materials they were able to scavenge from the mountain of garbage. Over time, a community formed, and while the government tried to push them out, the people stood strong. During the 80's, Pablo Escobar won the support of the residents by building proper homes and setting up infrastructure. Whether of the kindness of his heart or a ploy for support, the outcome was the same. Today, with the help of the government and NGO's, the landfill is now a beautiful park with a proper community gaining strength. This heart is one of many art displays built by the locals, from the very garbage once used to build their community. #Colombia #Medellin
Moravia is a community within Medellin that literally grew from a municipal landfill. Impoverished residents built makeshift homes out of whatever building materials they were able to scavenge from the mountain of garbage. Over time, a community formed, and while the government tried to push them out, the people stood strong. During the 80's, Pablo Escobar won the support of the residents by building proper homes and setting up infrastructure. Whether of the kindness of his heart or a ploy for support, the outcome was the same. Today, with the help of the government and NGO's, the landfill is now a beautiful park with a proper community gaining strength. This heart is one of many art displays built by the locals, from the very garbage once used to build their community. #Colombia #Medellin
Pedro Nel Gomez Museum and House showing a statue or sculpture, art and interior views
Pedro Nel Gomez Museum and House which includes art and interior views
Pedro Nel Gomez Museum and House featuring art

Popular places to visit

Just inside the entrance to Medellin's botanical gardens you can get the regional specialty, bandeja paisa. While this traditional meal can be found all over the region, this spot in the garden's cafe is a great urban oasis where you'll hear more birds than buses. What is a bandeja paisa? It's sausage, ground meat, chicharon, fried egg, bean soup, plantain, avocado, and rice. I don't think anyone leaves hungry. #GoodEats

Medellin Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Medellin Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Medellín. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Medellin Botanical Garden
Pedro Nel Gomez Museum and House showing a statue or sculpture, art and interior views

Pedro Nel Gómez House Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pedro Nel Gómez House Museum during your trip to Medellín. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Pedro Nel Gómez House Museum
Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. August 3, 2009: Plaza Mayor Convention Center

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.

Plaza Mayor Convention Center
Such an impressive mall. With the heat that we struggled to adapt to in Medellin, we often found ourselves seeking out the comfort of air conditioned malls. Although, malls are not are favorite thing, this was definitely our favorite mall in Medellin. A must see, if you're in the area. #colombia #shopping #travel

Santafé Mall

During your visit to Medellín, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Santafé Mall. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Santafé Mall
Foto aérea del Parque de El Poblado, en la ciudad de Medellín, aparece la Iglesia de San José, Católica.

Poblado Park

After visiting Poblado Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Medellín. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Poblado Park
Botero Square Sculpture Park featuring heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Botero Plaza

You can find out about the history of Medellín with a stop at Botero Plaza. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Botero Plaza

Top hotels in Aranjuez

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

3.5 out of 5
# 37-40 Calle 9A Medellín
The price is 3.029.726 ₫ per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
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3.029.726 ₫ total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lleras Park and Poblado Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (528 reviews)
The pool wasn't working. The staff said it hadn't been working for a month and they didn't know how long it would take to repair. The breakfast didn't have many options; it was very limited. If you wanted an omelet, you had to pay $15.00 USD, even if breakfast was included. Not to mention, it was ...

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo
Heiss Hotel By Jalo

Heiss Hotel By Jalo

4 out of 5
1460 Cra. 43F Medellín Antioquia
The price is 2.004.557 ₫ per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
2.004.557 ₫
2.004.557 ₫ total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Poblado Park and Lleras Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,235 reviews)
Great place to stay staff was amazing very nice area!

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Heiss Hotel By Jalo
Hotel Dorado La 70

Hotel Dorado La 70

4 out of 5
Carrera 70 No 44 B-66 Medellín
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,857 reviews)
Clean room, love location and staff always kind

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

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Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

4 out of 5
Carrera 41 # 10 - 37 Medellín Medellín
The price is 2.219.579 ₫ per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
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10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,762 reviews)
Problem with night noise

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo
Dann Carlton Medellin Hotel

Dann Carlton Medellin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 43a No.7-50, Avenida El Poblado Medellín Antioquia
The price is 2.396.521 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
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8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,775 reviews)
Everything was as described

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Dann Carlton Medellin Hotel
NH Collection Medellín Royal

NH Collection Medellín Royal

5 out of 5
Carrera 42 No 5 Sur 130 Medellín Antioquia
The price is 2.352.830 ₫ per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
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2.352.830 ₫ total
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
I expected more

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

NH Collection Medellín Royal
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Other neighbourhoods around Aranjuez

Luis Angel Arango Library which includes an administrative building and modern architecture as well as a small group of people

La Candelaria

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

You might enjoy the shopping while in La Candelaria. Antioquia Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Parque Berrio Station or Prado Station to see more of the city.

La Candelaria
Foto aérea del cerro Nutibara, icono natural de la ciudad de Medellín. Al fondo el occidente de Medellín, comuna de Laureles y Estadio.

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.

Laureles - Estadio
Arquitectura sector centro de la ciudad. Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia.

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.

San Diego
Medellín has really figured out public transportation. This is the tranvia, one of the city's newest lines. For less than a dollar it will take you smoothly and quietly into the eastern part of the city. From there you can take a cable car into the hills, or walk back past some amazing street art.

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.

Buenos Aires
Jesus Nazareno Church In Medellin, Colombia; Shutterstock ID 357037127

Laureles

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Laureles
Aerial view of a popular district on a hill of Medellin, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia.

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.

Belen

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