Morro de Moravia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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Our pick of the best Morro de Moravia Hotel Deals

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

3.5 out of 5
# 37-40 Calle 9A Medellín
The price is AU$122 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$122
per night
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (418 reviews)
Staff was really helpful and welcoming

Reviewed on 31 Jan 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 AU$88 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$88
per night
1 Mar - 2 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,164 reviews)
Beautiful room. Great amenities. Amazing breakfast with breathtaking views of the city

Reviewed on 3 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! (1,832 reviews)
Awsome

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hotel Dorado La 70
Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

4 out of 5
Carrera 41 # 10 - 37 Medellín Medellín
The price is AU$202 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$202
per night
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,715 reviews)
Execelente, cuando regrese a medellin me quedo ahi mismo.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin

The Click Clack Hotel Medellin

5 out of 5
Calle 10B # 37-29 Medellín Antioquia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$350 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$350
per night
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in Medellín. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,089 reviews)
All great

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
NH Collection Medellín Royal

NH Collection Medellín Royal

5 out of 5
Carrera 42 No 5 Sur 130 Medellín Antioquia
The price is AU$163 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$163
per night
2 Mar - 3 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Rooms clean and quiet. Nice Shower. Excellent pool

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

NH Collection Medellín Royal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Morro de Moravia

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

La Candelaria

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
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Estadio

Travellers like the restaurants in Estadio, and Obelisco Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Estadio
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
Medellín, Antioquia / Colombia August 07, 2017. La Commune No. 13 San Javier is one of the 16 communes of the city of Medellín, Colombia. It is located west of the Western Central Zone of the city

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.

La América
Jesus Nazareno Church In Medellin, Colombia; Shutterstock ID 357037127

Laureles

4.5/5(2 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
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


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