Big Rock in Colombia Near in Medellin

Piedra Del Peñol

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(2.5K) · Historical landmark in Guatape, Colombia
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Jan 18, 2025
My husband and I booked a tour with Viator and spend the day in Guatape. AMAZING. Magical little town with such lovely people, food, culture and views. The hike to the top was a little over 20 mins a…Full review by dalspals
Dec 25, 2024
The nearby town of Guatape is beautiful, but this huge rock was what I most wanted to visit. We arrived in the morning (10 AM), and the stairs were still shaded from the sun so we didn’t need to be …Full review by ksufan88
Aug 31, 2024
Even if you’re out of shape (like me) , climb the mountain! It’s 700 steps with a lot of switchbacks, but the views are totally worth it! Take it slow; maybe 50 steps at a time. There’s oxygen hal…Full review by NOLAtravels504
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Where do we meet to start the tour?
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It is not at "tour" per se rather you purchase a ticket at the entrance located at the bottom (past the small shops selling touristy stuff and drinks/food), there is only one, and climb …
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It is not at "tour" per se rather you purchase a ticket at the entrance located at the bottom (past the small shops selling touristy stuff and drinks/food), there is only one, and climb the long stairway up the face of the rock. Depending on your physical condition it could take 30-40 minutes to take an easy climb up, at the top there are some great views so it is well worth the climb up the stairs. Enjoy!
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Is there any luggage storage here? We are staying in Guatape and would like to do it on out way to Medellin but dont …
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Is there any luggage storage here? We are staying in Guatape and would like to do it on out way to Medellin but dont want to carry our big bags all the way up.
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I did not see any storage. The advise to leave it in car or your bus is a good idea.
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Is the very top of the tower now open? The last two times we went, it was closed for repairs. Going again in a few …
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Is the very top of the tower now open? The last two times we went, it was closed for repairs. Going again in a few weeks, and am curious!!
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It was open when I was there three weeks ago.
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