Coffee Laurels and good food

Suramericana was born as a residential area for workers and employees in Medellín in the mid-20th century, driven by urban growth and the development of insurance companies such as Suramericana itself. Its strategic location next to the Atanasio Girardot Stadium and the Metro route made it a key connection point between sports, culture and everyday life. Today, it retains its calm and neighborhood air, while dialoguing with the dynamism of downtown and the modernity of the city’s west

Cultural icon of Medellin, founded in 1952 as part of a UNESCO project. Located in Carlos E. Restrepo, it promotes free access to knowledge, photographic memory of the city and social transformation through reading

The Atanasio Girardot Sports Unit is the most important sports complex in Medellin and a symbol of Paisa identity. It houses the main stadium where the local teams, Nacional and Medellín play, as well as stages for disciplines such as swimming, athletics, skating, tennis and many other sports. More than a high-performance center, it is a public space where sport, culture and daily life converge, open to citizens and full of history, passion and neighborhood pride

The Parish of San Joaquin, built between 1948 and 1952, is an imposing Byzantine-style temple located in the heart of the Laureles-Estadio district. With its dome on pechinas, stained glass windows designed by local artists and a monumental organ – the second largest in Colombia – it reflects community commitment and urban history since the Catholic tradition of Medellin

The First Laurel Park is the green heart of the neighborhood, surrounded by trees, cafes, bakeries and local life. It is a quiet space, perfect for walking, talking and feeling the daily rhythm of one of the most charming areas of Medellin

The Second Laurel Park is an urban oasis surrounded by trees and restaurants. More intimate and peaceful than the first, invites you to rest, reading and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere

Health & Bread (Health) in Laureles is a benchmark of healthy food in Medellin. Founded more than 16 years ago, this space combines gluten-free artisan bakery, organic coffee and a restaurant with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and fish or chicken options in a balanced way.
Salud&pan promotes direct alliances with farmers, inviting sustainable and fair trade for the productive sphere.

Carlos E. Restrepo is a traditional and residential neighborhood of Medellin, known for its quiet atmosphere, mid-20th century architecture and local cultural offerings. Located to the west of the city, this neighborhood combines green areas, squares and an active community that enjoys cafes, restaurants and artisan shops

The Bolivarian Pontifical University (UPB) is one of the most recognized educational institutions in Medellin and Colombia, noted for its academic excellence, innovation and social commitment. Founded in 1936, UPB offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in areas such as engineering, social sciences, health and humanities. Located in the Laureles neighborhood, the university has modern facilities, research centers and an active student life. UPB is a reference in higher education and cultural development in Medellin, promoting projects of local and global impact