Neighborhood
El Peñol, Antioquia
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El Peñol is a small town located at the base of the El Peñón de Guatapé monolith, serving as a convenient base for exploring the area. Its main plaza features a picturesque church and a statue of the Virgin Mary, surrounded by local eateries and shops. The town provides direct access to the reservoir for water activities such as jet skiing, kayaking, and swimming. Visitors can also take a boat from here to visit the replica of the old town that was flooded when the dam was built.
Don't miss
- Relax in the charming main plaza with its church and statue
- Enjoy water activities like jet skiing or kayaking on the reservoir
- Take a boat tour to see the flooded old town replica
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit El Peñol, Antioquia
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inTour to Guatapé Piedra del Peñol, with a cruise boat tour4.7★ · 29 travelers10–11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$38 per personSee dates →
Best full dayGuatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch5★ · 7,766 travelers10–11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$41 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Tour to Guatapé and The Rock of El Peñol from Medellín!5★ · 72 travelers6–7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$130 per personSee dates →More attractions in Guatape