Bogotá
Colombia · Cundinamarca · 2640 m
Description
Bogotá is the capital of Colombia and is located at an elevation of about 2,640 meters in the Andes. This vibrant metropolis uniquely blends colonial heritage, cultural diversity, and modern city life. Bogotá is known for its historic old town La Candelaria, the world-famous Gold Museum (Museo del Oro), the Monserrate viewpoint, and its impressive street art and vibrant culinary scene. Spacious parks, modern neighborhoods, and the Sunday Ciclovía, during which over 120 kilometers of streets are closed to traffic, give the city its distinctive character. As Colombia’s political, economic, and cultural center, Bogotá is considered the country’s most important gateway and ranks among the most exciting cities in Latin America.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 6 days (optimal 4 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: January – February or July – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Museo del Oro (Gold Museum)
- Monserrate & Panoramic City Views
- Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá(Day trip)
- La Candelaria Historic District
- Plaza de Bolívar & Historic Civic Centre
- Botero Museum
- Bogotá Street Art & Graffiti
- Monserrate Sanctuary
- Chorro de Quevedo
- National Museum of Colombia
- Paloquemao Market
- Bogotá Ciclovía (every Sunday & public holiday)
- Villa de Leyva(Day trip)
- Quinta de Bolívar
- Museo Santa Clara
- Guatavita Lagoon(Day trip)
- Zipaquirá Historic Centre(Day trip)
- Teatro Colón
- Usaquén & Sunday Flea Market
- La Chorrera Waterfall(Day trip)
- Bogotá Botanical Garden
- Chingaza National Natural Park(Day trip)
- Simón Bolívar Metropolitan Park
- Chapinero & Zona G Food Scene
- Zona T & Parque de la 93
- Ajiaco, Tamales & Chocolate Santafereño
- Cerro de Guadalupe
Getting there
- Airports:
- BOG
- Train stations:
- Estación Usaquén