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7 Days in Bogotá: Unveiling the Cultural Treasures

Mayeling Estefany Tiburcio Rosario

23 Nov 2023

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Embark on a captivating journey through Bogotá, Colombia's vibrant capital, as you immerse yourself in its rich history and artistic heritage. Discover ancient marvels, explore fascinating museums, and indulge in the city's authentic charm.

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Day 1Historical Marvels and Artistic Delights

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Plaza de Bolívar

Spacious city center surrounded by a cathedral & important buildings with notable architecture.

8:00 AM - 9:00 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.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 2Unveiling Colombia's Military Legacy

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Military Museum of Colombia

Colombian military museum in a mansion with 9 rooms of historical exhibits & 2 courtyards.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Immerse in Art and Colonial Splendor

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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.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Museo Colonial

Museum featuring exhibits & art focused on Colombia's colonial period in a 17th-century building.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 4A Golden Journey through History

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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

7 - 10 min

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Independence Museum - Casa del Florero

Museum featuring exhibits focused on national independence & citizenship in a colonial building.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 5Modern Art and Bolívar's Legacy

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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

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.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Day 6Stargazing and Currency Tales

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Planetario de Bogotá

Storied planetarium offering astronomy shows, a space museum & a library, plus a gift shop & cafe.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 7Dive into Colombia's National Heritage

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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

Budget breakdown: $7 In total

Activities & Food:Free

Transport:$7