Medellín to Guatapé Transport
How to Get from Medellín to Guatapé
Want to visit Guatapé at your own pace without worrying about transport? With this direct transfer, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Medellín and take you straight to the heart of the Antioquia region.
The journey takes approximately 2 hours, depending on traffic, giving you time to relax as the city fades into the background. Once in Guatapé, you'll have complete freedom to plan your day however you like.
Ticket Options
During the booking process, you can choose the option that best suits your travel plans:
1. Same-Day Return
The perfect option for a quick getaway or day trip. You'll have approximately 6 hours of free time in Guatapé to explore the town. After that, we'll pick you up at an agreed point and head back to Medellín, dropping you off at your hotel. Total duration is around 10 hours.
2. Open Return
Want to spend one or more nights in Guatapé? This option lets you travel today and schedule your return at any point within the next 5 days. It's the ideal choice for those who want to explore the region in depth, enjoy the town's nightlife, or take part in some adventure tourism activities in the area.
After booking, we'll agree on your preferred day and time for the return pickup to Medellín.
What to See in Guatapé
Once we drop you off in this picturesque town, you'll have time to discover why it's considered one of the most beautiful villages in Colombia. Here are the must-see highlights:
- La Piedra del Peñol: an impressive 220-meter (722-foot) monolith. If you're up for climbing its 740 steps, you'll be rewarded with one of the best panoramic views in the world... a maze of green islands surrounded by the reservoir.
- Plazoleta de los Zócalos: the most colorful spot in town and the perfect place to enjoy a Colombian coffee while admiring the painted zócalos on the lower facades of the houses, which tell the stories and traditions of the local community.
- Calle del Recuerdo: considered the most beautiful street in Guatapé, this architectural gem features facades that are works of art in their own right.
- El Malecón: a lakeside promenade ideal for an evening stroll, where you can also book a boat trip to sail among the islands and see the ruins of former estates in the area.
More Information
Language
The activity takes place with a driver that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by minibus
English–speaking driver
When to book?
You can book up until 6 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Anything else we should keep in mind before booking?
A - Yes, please remember that the allotted luggage is one backpack or carry-on and one suitcase per person.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis, we offer tickets at official prices, with full transparency and exclusive benefits for our users. In a few exceptional cases (less than 5%), these rates may be slightly higher than the ticket office price as they include booking fees and/or audio guides. The advantage is that your spot is guaranteed, and you won’t have to wait in line at the ticket office(although there may still be wait time at security and to access the monument).
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Guatape.travel Corporate name: GUATAPE.TRAVEL S.A.S Registered Office: CR 16 N 35 80 SECTOR PLAYA HERMOSA, Guatapé, Colombia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 901990168-3 Contact information Email: INFO@GUATAPE.TRAVEL Phone: 3107788830
If you have any other questions please contact us.