Hacienda Venecia

Hacienda Venecia is a coffee plantation with over 100 years of history, located in the hills of Manizales within the Caldas department. As part of the UNESCO-protected Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia, it has visitors an authentic journey into the traditional world of coffee production. The main house of the hacienda is a magnificent example of colonial architecture, featuring animated red walls, white verandas, and traditional tile roofs. The estate produces high-quality export coffee on volcanic soils, enriched by the proximity to the Nevado del Ruiz volcano. Detailed guided tours lead visitors through the entire production chain, from the nursery and wet processing to the final artisanal roasting. A strong emphasis is placed on sustainability and the ethical treatment of seasonal coffee pickers. The hacienda also provides lodging, allowing guests to wake up surrounded by lush vegetation and the tranquil sounds of nature. Its location near Manizales makes it a handy base for exploring the Coffee Axis and the nearby geothermal hot springs.

Nearby cities

Manizales

Center of the Colombian coffee growing region.

Termales de Santa Rosa de Cabal

Famous hot springs surrounded by lush green mountains and spectacular waterfalls.

Dosquebradas

Industrial sister city of Pereira in the coffee axis.

Filandia

Filandia is a charming and colorful village in the Coffee Triangle, known for its impeccably preserved traditional architecture.

Armenia

Central city in the famous Coffee Triangle.

Envigado

Municipality bordering Medellín to the south with a high quality of life.

Medellín

The second largest city, the city of eternal spring.

Jericó

A spiritual and deeply traditional Antioquian town, home to Colombia's only canonized saint.

Jardín

A picturesque coffee town celebrated for its brightly painted balconies and relaxed plaza culture.

Bello

Significant industrial center north of Medellín.

Rionegro

Important city in eastern Antioquia with the international airport.

Ibagué

Often referred to as the musical capital of Colombia.

Cartago

Known as the city of the sun with colonial architecture.

Neiva

Capital of the Huila province on the Magdalena River.

Tuluá

Centrally located city in Valle del Cauca, known as the heart of the valley.

History & landmarks

César Gaviria Trujillo Viaduct

The César Gaviria Trujillo Viaduct is an impressive cable-stayed bridge connecting the cities of Pereira and Dosquebradas.

Atanasio Girardot Stadium

The Atanasio Girardot Stadium is the main sports complex in Medellín.

Santa Fe de Antioquia

One of the oldest cities in Colombia, famous for its cobblestone streets and colonial architecture in a warm tropical climate.

Rock of Guatapé

The Rock of Guatapé, also known as El Peñol, is a giant monolithic inselberg with zigzag stairs built into its side.

Tatacoa Desert

A stunning arid landscape featuring striking red and gray rock formations and excellent stargazing.

More places

Otún Quimbaya

A protected area in the Coffee Axis that serves as a habitat for howler monkeys and many endemic birds.

Finca El Ocaso

A traditional coffee farm in Salento that offers sustainable agriculture and very authentic tours.

Cordillera Central (Colombia)

The Cordillera Central is the highest of the three Andean branches in Colombia and is home to numerous active volcanoes.

Quindío Botanical Garden

A dense botanical garden featuring a giant butterfly house that is home to hundreds of native species.

Finca Recuca

An interactive coffee farm in Quindío that vividly shows visitors the entire process of coffee cultivation.

Machín Volcano

The Machín Volcano is a small but dangerous volcano in the Central Cordillera, feared for its explosive potential.

Nevado del Ruiz

An active stratovolcano in the Los Nevados National Park, covered by an ice cap.

Nevado del Tolima

A cone-shaped stratovolcano in the Los Nevados National Park, a popular destination for mountaineers.