Day trip from Antioquia, Antioquia

Guatapé and La Piedra de Guatapé

1h 45min by busby {'bus': 'Buses from Terminal del Norte every 30 minutes from 6AM; COP 15,000-18,000 one way', 'shared_taxi': 'Available from El Poblado travel agencies; COP 40,000-60,000 per person', 'private_tour': 'COP 120,000-180,000 per person including guide'}

Antioquia's most popular day trip combines the awe-inspiring granite monolith of La Piedra — climbed via 740 steps for 360-degree reservoir views — with an afternoon exploring Guatapé's colourful zócalo-painted streets, lakeside malecón, and optional boat tour of the emerald reservoir and its many islands.

Location

6.2328, -75.1578 — View on map

Highlights

Climb La Piedra de Guatapé (740 steps) for panoramic reservoir views
Explore Guatapé's unique zócalo-painted building facades
Boat tour of the Embalse del Peñol reservoir
Fresh lake fish at lakeside restaurants

Tips

Start early (7AM bus) to climb La Piedra before weekend crowds and midday heat
Bring sunscreen — the rock steps are fully exposed
Guatapé is touristy — compare prices for boat tours

Plan your trip

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