Torre del Café

Torre del Café is a commercial high-rise with 36 floors of office space that rises 160 meters into Medellín's skyline. The building features modern architecture and is served by nine elevators.

Construction of this commercial tower began in 1972 and was completed in 1975, marking an important moment in Medellín's urban development. The completion coincided with a period when the city was modernizing and expanding its business district.

The name references Colombia's coffee industry, which continues to shape the country's economic identity. It stands in the business district and serves as a daily landmark for many people moving through the city.

The building is centrally located with direct access to major transportation routes and business districts throughout the city. Its convenient location makes it easily reachable for workers and visitors.

The structure ranks as the second tallest building in Medellín and among the ten highest buildings in the entire country. This distinction makes it a notable landmark in Colombian architecture.

Location: Medellín

Inception: 1975

Floors above the ground: 36

Elevators: 9

Height: 160 m

GPS coordinates: 6.24902,-75.56854

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03