Book a Hotel near Monumento a la Raza, La Candelaria

An ideal way to understand a destination is to immerse yourself in its history. You'll discover this area's stories during your time at Monumento a la Raza.

To visit it, along with a good variety of other sites, pack your bags and head to the wonderful city of Medellin.

Accommodation might be the most important part of any successful trip. With as many as 49 options within 2 miles (3 kilometers) of Monumento a la Raza, it'll be easy to find exactly what you want. You might consider the Hotel Tryp Medellin or the Solar Hotel Casa Laureles, comfortably situated just 1 mile (2 kilometers) and 2 miles (3 kilometers) away, respectively. Another choice, the Mediterráneo Hotel, is only 1 mile (2 kilometers) away.

Anybody who appreciates a great deal will appreciate staying a night or two at the Hotel Nuevo Samaritano, a mere 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometers) away.

Live like the rich and famous at one of the several first-rate establishments that are within easy commuting distance. Popular choices would have to be The Charlee Hotel and InterContinental Medellin.

Need a caffeine hit? Grab a coffee at Lolita Freedom Square, a short distance from Monumento a la Raza. Or, you could try a wider choice of cuisine at Cafetería Y Restaurante Banana, which is also nearby. If you find that the sun's setting light arouses a sudden thirst, head over to BAR POSADA BERRIO for an icy beer or your favorite drink on the way back to your hotel.

Other Things to Do Near Monumento a la Raza

• A well-known local landmark, Monument to the race is a reminder of past events firmly planted in the spirit of the community.
• Plaza de La Libertad de Medellin is a well-established civic square where you can meet some of the locals.
• Toss a ball around with your friends and explore your green surroundings at Park of Lights. You could even bring a delicious picnic and really make an afternoon of it.
• There's no better spot to take time out than Parque de la Luz. Read a good book, kick a ball or have a picnic in this leafy green oasis.
• Admire the surrounding buildings at Cisneros Square, or simply take pleasure in a casual stroll.

Give your legs a break and get on the metro to Monumento a la Raza. From Estación Ferrocarril de Antioquia, the nearest station, it is a pleasant stroll of 0.1 miles (0.2 kilometers). Otherwise, use another station, Alpujarra, as it's 0.2 miles (0.3 kilometers) away.