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5 Days in Bogotá: A Journey through History and Culture

J Esteban Burgos

J Esteban Burgos

11 Dec 2023

Join me on a thrilling adventure as I explore the vibrant city of Bogotá. From historic landmarks to world-class museums, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich heritage and captivating beauty of Colombia's capital.

Trip to Bogotá

Day 1Unveiling the Heart of Bogotá
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$4

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$ 4

Hostal Sevillana

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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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
1 - 2 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
11 - 14 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
5 - 8 min

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Saras Los Andes
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
Day 2Discovering Colombia's Military Legacy
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$4

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$ 3

Hostal Sevillana

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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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
3 - 4 min

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La Puerta de la Catedral
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
Day 3Artistic Delights and Culinary Surprises
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$8

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$ 3

Hostal Sevillana

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Botero Museum
Prominent museum in a colonial mansion featuring works by Fernando Botero & other global artists.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Quinua Y Amaranto
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 4Diving into Colombia's Past and Contemporary Art
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$6

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$ 3

Hostal Sevillana

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Panadería y Bizcochería El Cometa
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
Day 5Unearthing Treasures and Embracing Nature's Splendor
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$16

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$ 6

Hostal Sevillana

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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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
19 - 23 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$4
8 - 10 min

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Gurús
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12

Budget breakdown: $55 In total

Activities & Food:$38
Transport:$17