Weekend Guide · Colombia
Weekend in Guatapé
Guatapé — a dazzlingly colourful lakeside town near Medellín, famous for hand-painted zócalo façades and the towering monolith of El Peñol..
2 days recommended Guatapé, Colombia Est. $410 for 2 days
Day 1
Arrive & Explore Guatapé
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
Local Tips
- 1Colombia is one of South America's more affordable destinations.
- 2Colombia has transformed dramatically over the past two decades and most tourist areas — Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, and the coffee region — are visited by millions of travelers safely each year.