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10 Days in Bogotá: Unveiling the Capital's Rich Heritage

Estefano Chacón

Estefano Chacón

20 Nov 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Bogotá, Colombia's vibrant capital. Immerse yourself in the city's fascinating history, explore renowned museums, and marvel at stunning architecture. Discover hidden gems and iconic landmarks as you delve into the heart of Bogotá's cultural tapestry.

Trip to Bogotá

Day 1Icons of the Past: Cementerio Central, Plaza de Toros de Santamaría, and Palace Historical Museum of the National Police
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$38

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$ 2

Cementerio Central
Storied cemetery founded in 1836, home to tombs of former presidents, notable writers & musicians.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Plaza de Toros de Santamaría
This round outdoor arena built in 1931 hosts bullfighting contests, plus other events.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Palace Historical Museum of the National Police
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Salitre Mágico
Amusement park with high-speed roller coasters & go-karts, plus kiddie rides & family attractions.
No time set
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$19
36 - 44 min

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Mundo Aventura
Amusement park with roller coasters & gentler rides for kids, plus go-karts & fast-food counters.
No time set
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$19
Day 2Treasures of the Ages: Gold Museum and International Emerald Museum
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$0

Gold Museum
Contemporary structure housing exhibits on pre-Columbian gold, ceramics & stones, with a cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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International Emerald Museum
Small museum in a skyscraper offering raw emeralds on display & information on the gem's history.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Monuments and Art: Monument to the Flags, Basílica Menor Nuestra Señora de Lourdes, and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota
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$7

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$ 2

Monument to the Flags
Flags of Pan-American nations in a ring of sculpted columns, marking a conference held in 1948.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Basílica Menor Nuestra Señora de Lourdes
Landmark sanctuary built in 1875 in the neo-Gothic style, featuring an ornate, vaulted interior.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota
Exhibitions of Columbian art from the 1960s to present day in a bright venue with a spiral design.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Monserrate
Mountain in the center of the city with a church & shrine, popular with pilgrims & tourists.
No time set
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$6
Day 4Modern Marvels: Bogotá Museum of Modern Art MAMBO and Planetario de Bogotá
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$ 1

Bogotá Museum of Modern Art MAMBO
Modern art is the focus of this sizable museum with sculpture courtyards, a library & a restaurant.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Planetario de Bogotá
Storied planetarium offering astronomy shows, a space museum & a library, plus a gift shop & cafe.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Parque El Salitre
Green space dedicated to athletic festivals & activities, offering sport courts & a stadium.
No time set
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Free
Day 5Sacred Sights and History: Catedral Primada de Colombia, Coin and Bill Production Museum, and Museo Quinta de Bolívar
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Catedral Primada de Colombia
Intricate cathedral started in 1807 during Spanish rule & completed after independence in 1823.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Coin and bill Production Museum
Museum with exhibits on the production of Colombia's currency beginning at this site in the 1620s.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Museo Quinta de Bolívar
This colonial-era house where Simon Bolivar's once lived has been restored as a museum on his life.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Artistic Wonders: Botero Museum and Military Museum of Colombia
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$ 2

Botero Museum
Prominent museum in a colonial mansion featuring works by Fernando Botero & other global artists.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Military Museum of Colombia
Colombian military museum in a mansion with 9 rooms of historical exhibits & 2 courtyards.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
34 - 41 min

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Entre Nubes Park
Hilly recreation area offering forested hiking trails & lookouts with sweeping Bogotá views.
No time set
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Free
101 - 122 min

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Aventura La Chorrera Park
Ecological park with 2 scenic waterfalls, hiking & equestrian trails, caves & campsites.
No time set
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Free
Day 7Literary and Historical Gems: Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Center, Independence Museum - Casa del Florero, Plaza de Bolívar, and Archaeological Museum Casa del Marqués de San Jorge
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$ 1

Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Center
Modern, indoor-outdoor cultural center with an auditorium, exhibition space, a bookstore & a cafe.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Independence Museum - Casa del Florero
Museum featuring exhibits focused on national independence & citizenship in a colonial building.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Plaza de Bolívar
Spacious city center surrounded by a cathedral & important buildings with notable architecture.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Archaeological Museum Casa del Marqués de San Jorge
Archaeological museum in a colonial mansion offering pre-Columbian pottery exhibits & a bookstore.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Guadalupe Hill
Historic site with a 50-foot-high statue of the Virgin of Guadalupe & accompanying shrine.
No time set
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Free
Day 8Reflecting on Memory and Art: Museo de Memoria de Colombia and Museo de Arte Miguel Urrutia -MAMU-
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$ 1

Museo de Memoria de Colombia
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Museo de Arte Miguel Urrutia -MAMU-
Local & global art from the 16th century to the present displayed in a modern environment.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 9Colonial Charms: Museo Colonial and Museo Santa Clara
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Museo Colonial
Museum featuring exhibits & art focused on Colombia's colonial period in a 17th-century building.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Museo Santa Clara
Built in the 17th century, this former church is now a museum, its walls covered in paintings.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Tropicario, Bogotá Botanical Gardens
No time set
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Free
Day 10National Treasures: Museo Nacional de Colombia and Parque Metropolitano Simón Bolívar
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Museo Nacional de Colombia
Large museum with 20,000+ artifacts from the 16th century to modern times, plus a restaurant & shop.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Parque Metropolitano Simón Bolívar
Large, busy city green space with a walking/biking path, a lake for boating & a kids' playground.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $53 In total

Activities & Food:$44
Transport:$9