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10 Days in Bogotá: A Journey Through History and Culture

Paulina Paquini

Paulina Paquini

22 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Bogotá, Colombia's vibrant capital. Discover ancient marvels, explore fascinating museums, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Antigua Santa Fe
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$30

Antigua Santa Fe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
3 - 4 min

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Museo Colonial
Museum featuring exhibits & art focused on Colombia's colonial period in a 17th-century building.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Palace Historical Museum of the National Police
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Maria Tomasa - Cocina Caribe - Sede Museo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
Day 2From Art to Gastronomy: A Day of Delights
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$30

Mamà Lupe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
3 - 4 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Botero Museum
Prominent museum in a colonial mansion featuring works by Fernando Botero & other global artists.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Maria Tomasa (La Candelaria)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
Day 3Culinary Delights and Historical Wonders
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$32

La Escuela Restaurante
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
1 - 2 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Military Museum of Colombia
Colombian military museum in a mansion with 9 rooms of historical exhibits & 2 courtyards.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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La Puerta de la Catedral
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
Day 4Immersing in Art and History
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$30

La Escuela Restaurante
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
8 - 12 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 11 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Quinua Y Amaranto
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
Day 5Unearthing Treasures and Tasting Colombian Flavors
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$30

Pandebono y Cafe El Dorado
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Gold Museum
Contemporary structure housing exhibits on pre-Columbian gold, ceramics & stones, with a cafe.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Restaurante T-Bone
DIsfruta de una excelente selección de vinos y cocteles maridados a la perfección con cortes de carne madurada de gran calidad.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$16
Day 6Art, Culture, and Unexpected Surprises
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$32

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$ 2

El Khalifa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
9 - 14 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
27 - 33 min

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Cementerio Central
Storied cemetery founded in 1836, home to tombs of former presidents, notable writers & musicians.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
13 - 20 min

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WOK Museo Nacional
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
Day 7Reflecting on History and Embracing Nature
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$32

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$ 2

Mary's Haus
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
5 - 8 min

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Museo de Memoria de Colombia
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Jardín Botánico de Bogotá José Celestino Mutis
Opened in 1955, this 20-acre botanical park features a waterfall, a sun clock & numerous orchids.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$4
10 - 15 min

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CHIGüIRO Parrilla - Bar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
Day 8Gastronomic Delights and Artistic Marvels
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$32

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$ 2

Crepes & Waffles
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
1 - 2 min

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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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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
Free
7 - 10 min

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Villa delle Delizie
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
Day 9Exploring the Cosmos and Historical Landmarks
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$30

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$ 2

Beograd
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Independence Museum - Casa del Florero
Museum featuring exhibits focused on national independence & citizenship in a colonial building.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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La Tarteria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
Day 10Rediscovering History and Savoring Fusion Cuisine
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$32

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$ 2

Antigua Santa Fe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
2 - 3 min

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Plaza de Bolívar
Spacious city center surrounded by a cathedral & important buildings with notable architecture.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Lima Canton Chifa Gourmet
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20

Budget breakdown: $317 In total

Activities & Food:$310
Transport:$7