What to do in El Santuario

Activities, attractions and tours

El Santuario, Antioquia, Colombia. June 28, 2025. Panoramic drone view of the town's main church.
El Santuario, Antioquia - Colombia. January 20, 2024. Aerial drone view of the municipality located in the east of the department.
El Santuario, Antioquia - Colombia. January 20, 2024. Catholic cult church located in Judea Park

Things to do

PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas

PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas

฿1,319
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas
Tour to Guatape, Piedra del Peñol, lunch, snacks boat trip

Tour to Guatape, Piedra del Peñol, lunch, snacks boat trip

฿1,478
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tour to Guatape, Piedra del Peñol, lunch, snacks boat trip
Tour to Guatapé more Farm of the llamas and the Alpacas

Tour to Guatapé more Farm of the llamas and the Alpacas

฿1,659
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour to Guatapé more Farm of the llamas and the Alpacas
Excursion to Guatapé by goat + Visit to Pablo Escobar's hacienda

Excursion to Guatapé by chiva, lunch and Pablo Escobar's hacienda

฿2,132
per adult
Excursion to Guatapé by chiva, lunch and Pablo Escobar's hacienda
Jetskiing in Guatapé Antioquia

Jetskiing in Guatapé Antioquia

฿3,449
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Jetskiing in Guatapé Antioquia
Climbing El Peñol Rock through 740 stairs all the way to the summit, to have this reward, the beauty just keeps expanding.

Private Tour to Guatapé and The Rock of El Peñol from Medellín!

฿3,252
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour to Guatapé and The Rock of El Peñol from Medellín!
Guatapé A Trip to the Pearl of the Reservoir

Guatapé A Trip to the Pearl of the Reservoir

฿1,643
per adult
Guatapé A Trip to the Pearl of the Reservoir
Guatape + Stone of the Peñol + Boat Tour + Farm

Guatape and Stone of the Rock and Boat Tour and Farm

฿1,708
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guatape and Stone of the Rock and Boat Tour and Farm
Tour to Guatapé From Medellin by Private Transportation

Tour to Guatapé From Medellin by Private Transportation

฿1,807
per adult
Tour to Guatapé From Medellin by Private Transportation
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PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas

PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas

Activity duration is 11 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 46 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,316 per adult
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Private Tour to Guatapé and The Rock of El Peñol from Medellín!

Private Tour to Guatapé and The Rock of El Peñol from Medellín!

Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿3,626 per adult*
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Adventure & outdoor

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quad bike Adventure: Mountains and Forest Tour

quad bike Adventure: Mountains and Forest Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿5,472 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Full Day Guatape with Breakfast Lunch and Boat Tour

Full Day Guatape with Breakfast Lunch and Boat Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,780 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Horseback Riding in Medellin Private Tour: Great Views & Horses

Horseback Riding in Medellin Private Tour: Great Views & Horses

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 27 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿6,164 per adult*
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What to do in El Santuario

Day trip destinations from El Santuario

Pueblo oriente antioquia colombia

Cocorná

A large rock formation with a viewing platform at the top, surrounded by lush green hills and a river.

El Peñol

The Carmen de Viboral, Antioquia. Colombia - February 2, 2023. It is known as the Cradle of artisan ceramics, since there are several ceramic producing factories in the place

El Carmen de Viboral

Frequently asked questions

Is El Santuario worth visiting?
From shopping to outdoor pursuits and history, there are plenty of great things to do in El Santuario. Remember to enjoy the area's mix of unmissable sights, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in El Santuario?
Begin your day with a visit to Comfama Tutucán Recreational Park and San Nicolás Mall. Then, explore other areas of El Santuario for a bite to eat and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in El Santuario?
You can't go home without visiting Comfama Tutucán Recreational Park, ranked the top tourist attraction in El Santuario.
Is three days enough to stay in El Santuario?
Book a getaway in El Santuario for three days and you'll easily be able to explore its main sights and experience the local way of life. For the chance to visit highlights in nearby areas and venture off the tourist trail, consider hanging around for up to 10 days.
What are some activities to do in El Santuario with kids?
Whether you're travelling with young explorers or playful teenagers, an itinerary filled with cool activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in El Santuario with kids.

What to do in El Santuario for adults?
From regional food and cultural gems to thrilling adventures and unique experiences, there's no shortage of fascinating things to do in El Santuario for adults.
Are there free things to do in El Santuario?
There are lots of cheap things to do in El Santuario. Stroll through the parks or check out free events and festivals. El Santuario offers plenty of budget-friendly experiences that let you discover this area without opening your wallet.