About
Guatapé — a dazzlingly colourful lakeside town near Medellín, famous for hand-painted zócalo façades and the towering monolith of El Peñol.
Must-See Attractions
El Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol)
A massive 200-metre granite monolith with 740 steps to the summit, rewarding climbers with sweeping views over Guatapé's emerald reservoir.
Guatapé's Colourful Streets
Wander streets lined with vividly painted houses decorated with zócalos — carved relief panels depicting local trades and folklore.
Guatapé Lake Boat Tour
Cruise the vast man-made reservoir past half-submerged buildings, small islands, and lakeside restaurants.