Title: Visit Santa Elena: Best of Santa Elena Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Santa Elena

## Travel Guide

![Colombia, Santa Elena, tropical garden near Cali](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000006100/84dc1bb0-acd0-4dbe-93f5-f8ba3d072cec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Colombia, Santa Elena, river flowing through bamboo forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000006100/5f6be112-f245-4bdc-8363-9577ef3a7932.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Medellin is partying, the flower fair returns with the parade of silleteros](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000006100/2f9a1f3f-4508-42e5-abd0-846352006f43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![… (2) For the farmers in Santa Elena their main product were flowers, beautiful of countless colors and shapes. To get the attention of potential customers these creative farmers would arrange their flower into huge masterpieces which just kept getting better with time. Sadly, but understandably, eventually this form of selling their flowers went into disuse. But their creativity and innovation seems to be ever growing! (Keep reading in the other #Festival posts)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000006100/f607b879-258e-4a85-a8ff-2726dd715d95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![(1) The Feria de las Flores ends in a high with El Desfile de Silleteros. Back in the day, wealthy people would travel by being carried by other humans in a chair they would hang from their head. These people where known as silleteros, term derived from the Spanish word for chair, "silla". Farmer would also use this method for carrying their crops to sell them down in Medellin. (Keep reading on the other #Festival posts)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140804/baba222d-3f7c-4f05-aa6a-4042c92ed640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Santa Elena

Things to do

- Santa Elena Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Santa Elena

![Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117580000/117576800/117576751/2f799eb1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

\# 37-40 Calle 9A Medellín 

CA $96

CA $96 total

Apr 14 - Apr 15

Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lleras Park and Poblado Park are located ...

9/10 Wonderful! (618 reviews)

The property was beautiful and staff was nice, only downside is that you can hear everything in your room, the walls are thin.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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Heiss Hotel By Jalo

1460 Cra. 43F Medellín Antioquia

CA $114

CA $114 total

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Poblado Park and Lleras Park are located ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,306 reviews)

Our stay at Heiss Hotel by Jalo was absolutely amazing and played a big part in how much we enjoyed Medellín. The location is perfect—walking distance to just about everything you need, which made getting around so easy. The staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and always made us feel welcome. One ...

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

Carrera 41 # 10 - 37 Medellín Medellín

CA $114

CA $114 total

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Stay at this hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,806 reviews)

La localización del hotel es espectacular pero el cuarto que reservé no tiene clóset o mucho lugar donde colocar la ropa adicional llovió y se mojó todo el piso aunque lo informe y vinieron a secarlo rápido se me mojaron las maletas. El desayuno bufet frío no me gustó la comida. Los empleados muy ...

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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York Medellin, Curio Collection by Hilton

Carrera 43a 17sur 63 Medellín Antioquia

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,499 reviews)

This place was amazing definitely coming back.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

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![Seissta Medellin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86270000/86269600/86269531/a38797da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Seissta Medellin

Carrera 30, #11C-09 Medellín Antioquia

Stay at this apartment in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (235 reviews)

Excellent.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

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![Sites Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7510000/7500600/7500589/7541d9f7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sites Hotel

Carrera 45 No. 5 - 15 Medellín 

Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Medellín. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,138 reviews)

The location was pleasant and the rooms were a nice size.The breakfast was plentiful and the hotel staff was cheerful except for of a prickly male night receptionist. Alex, the reservations manager was extremely personable and informative.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140804/47431e73-3823-4fea-9bdb-59c0219fe9e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Santafé Mall

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Santafe-Mall-Medellin.d6160635.Vacation-Attraction)

![Foto aérea del Parque de El Poblado, en la ciudad de Medellín, aparece la Iglesia de San José, Católica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160683/5f402e16-50ab-4b5c-b867-40f6698cda26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Poblado Park

4/5(18 reviews)

After visiting Poblado Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Medellín. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area. 

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![Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. August 3, 2009: Plaza Mayor Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165872/90cb41f7-e4d8-461b-950a-26741fdf8e2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Plaza Mayor Convention Center

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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. 

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![Pueblito Paisa showing religious aspects and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272340/ddcc22b9-ea0f-4058-b453-2f97aeb38651.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pueblito Paisa

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Take a trip back in time to a replica of a typical old town from the region with a stunning view of the new city.

[](https://expedia.ca/Pueblito-Paisa-Medellin.d6272340.Vacation-Attraction)

![Botero Square Sculpture Park featuring a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100414/19e02f13-b4cb-496a-97bd-2b19a64a936b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Botero Plaza

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Walk among comically obese statues made by the illustrious artist Fernando Botero in this spacious plaza full of artisans and restaurants.

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![Parque Arví! So after you take the first metro-cable up, there is a second more touristy one](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6292534/b1177ee1-f537-4fdd-947f-bd03e39e6a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Arvi Park

4/5(16 reviews)

You can take time to visit Arvi Park during your travels to Medellín. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. 

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### Things to do

![On our tour of Guatapé you will be able to enjoy beautiful views of the zócalos and colors that make Guatape an unforgettable place.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191214/1e22fa99-de43-4889-a994-2c51b9de1cdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Day Trip To Guatapé with ,Breakfast, Lunch and Boat Ride

CA $51

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-guatape-with.a2191214.activity-details)

![Pablo Escobar Tour Medellin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3884335/c54bbb59-92e1-4805-ba84-a08920f757a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pablo Escobar Tour : Museum, History and Beer

CA $44

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/pablo-escobar-tour-museum.a3884335.activity-details)

![hiking medellin and hidden waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2832570/23491ce1-376e-442a-9ec4-2fa3724e24be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### hiking medellin and hidden waterfalls

CA $55

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hiking-medellin-and-hidden-waterfalls.a2832570.activity-details)

![Guatape Rock Stone](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4127747/e8628733-62e6-4913-9e39-2b6f5d82b3f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tour to Guatape, Piedra del Peñol, lunch, snacks boat trip

CA $62

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/tour-to-guatape.a4127747.activity-details)

![Medellín: Comuna 13 District Tour with Cable Car Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4534339/806550ed-927d-43ad-8053-620e72efcb79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Medellín: Comuna 13 District Tour with Cable Car Ride

CA $37

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

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![Medellin: Coffee Tour with Hotel Transfers and Meals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48310953/1da14ff4-59ce-4a01-b742-3346f5f6b100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Medellin: Coffee Tour with Hotel Transfers and Meals

CA $92

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/medellin-coffee-tour-with-hotel-transfers-and-meals.a48310953.activity-details)

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## Cities near Santa Elena

![Botero Square Sculpture Park featuring a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100414/19e02f13-b4cb-496a-97bd-2b19a64a936b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Medellin

![Rock of Guatape showing tranquil scenes, landscape views and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154953/04799058-a6ce-4962-b237-bd8bcc1ad277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Medellín

![Parque Arví! So after you take the first metro-cable up, there is a second more touristy one (triple the cost) which takes you over the mountain ridge and quite a ways further to this beautiful park. Here is the view along the way!
#medellin #colombia #parque #arvi #park #jungle #scenery #nature #sky #travel #southamerica #metrocable #gondola #wanderlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6292534/b1177ee1-f537-4fdd-947f-bd03e39e6a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Guarne

- Cities near Santa Elena
- Places of interest

[Medellin](https://expedia.ca/Medellin.dx2246)[Medellín](https://expedia.ca/Medellin.dx6140804)[Guarne](https://expedia.ca/Guarne.dx3000006181)

- [Lleras Park ](https://expedia.ca/Lleras-Park-El-Poblado.d6166214.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Pueblito Paisa ](https://expedia.ca/Pueblito-Paisa-Medellin.d6272340.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Botero Plaza ](https://expedia.ca/Botero-Plaza-La-Candelaria.d6100414.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Llanogrande Mall ](https://expedia.ca/Llanogrande-Mall-Rionegro.d553248635949084833.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Arvi Park ](https://expedia.ca/Arvi-Park-Medellin.d6292534.Vacation-Attraction)

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