Guatapé is located northwest of Colombia and east of Medellín. This tourist municipality of the Andes is a very cozy place, known for its colorful painted houses in the best colonial and country style. Guatapé is located near the artificial reservoir and very famous Piedra del Peñol, which has made it an epicenter of adventure, ecological environment, water sports and the most beautiful landscape photos for travelers.
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Getting Guatapé is easy
Getting to Guatapé from Medellín
If you are already in Medellín, you just have to go to the northern transport terminal, where buses leave directly to Guatapé for 13,500 pesos per person. The route takes 1 hour and 50 min.
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Getting to Guatapé from another city in Colombia
On the other hand, if you are in another city of Colombia or the world and you wonder how to get to Guatapé, the first thing you should do, is go to Medellin, there are flights and buses that travel to this main city of Colombia every day.
Many take advantage of their trip to Guatapé to stay first a few days in Medellín and thus know this wonderful destination first and then enter the beautiful town.
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What to do in Guatapé?
There are many tourist places to visit in Guatapé, below we will tell you the main ones:
The Peñol
The Peñol rock, well known in Colombia, is a giant rock that itself has a long staircase so that visitors can climb to the top and appreciate the beautiful panorama. All tourists make the effort to climb the giant stone (220 meters high and 650 steps) to get the best photos of their trip in the The Peñol viewpoint. To get from Guatapé to La Piedra del Peñol you just have to walk the path that you will find signposted or hire the car service that will transport you for only $ 4,000 pesos. Access to El Peñol is $ 18,000 pesos.
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Nuestra señora del Carmen Church
This church is the first thing you will see when you reach the town, along with the main park. The church has a Greco-Roman style. Historians say it lasted 70 years to be build.
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The reservoir
It is an artificial lagoon that represents the hydroelectric megaproject; to do so, it was necessary to demolish and flood part of the urban area of this area. They also had to relocate several families that lived in the area. Visiting the Reservoir in Guatapé, is a very quiet plan to enjoy while appreciating the beautiful landscape. On this site you have the option to rent a boat and row for only $ 20,000 COP.
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Old Peñol Museum House
Here you will find a small replica of the old town. It has free admission and its opening hours are 10:00 a.m. at 6:00 p.m.
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The street of remembrance in Guatapé
The street of remembrance is considered urban and architectural heritage of the municipality of Guatapé, it is one of the oldest typical streets. To get to this street you just have to walk 2 blocks from the main park, you will know that you have reached it because you will find a water fountain surrounded by very colorful houses.
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The plinth square
It is located just one block from the main park of Guatapé. In it, you will appreciate colorful homes and buildings; it is also the area of some coffee shops, bakeries, ice cream parlors, restaurants and several shops selling handicrafts and souvenirs. On weekends it is common that concerts and samples of typical dances are offered.
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To eat its delights
In Guatapé you can also find the typical paisa dishes such as: the paisa tray, the Calentao, the paisa arepa with its famous charcoal-grilled sausages, the mature roasted with cheese and condensed milk, among other really delicious dishes. We assure you that you are not going to get tired of tasting all your dishes, so if you are on a diet had better forget about it.
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Nightlife in Guatapé
If you decide to stay a few days in the place and wonder what to do at night in Guatapé, it is important that you know that the plinth squarebecomes the ideal place for music lovers and dancers every night.
Its bars and discos have a very good reputation; locals and foreigners live fun and unique nights on this site. In addition, for those who drank more than enough, many restaurants remain open at dawn and offer their typical calditos (or soups) for the “after hungover”.
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What should you keep in mind to go to Guatapé?
Lodging in Guatapé
In high season, Guatapé, as well as Medellín, are much visited destinations; therefore it is better to book a hostel in advance. Prices range between 60,000 and 100,000 pesos per night.
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What to wear?
Wear very comfortable and warm clothes, good boots or tennis shoes, sunglasses and even binoculars to appreciate the landscapes. It is also important that you carry water when you go up the Peñol rock. If you suffer from vertigo it is better that, you do not try to climb it.
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