10 Days in Bogotá and Medellín: A Colombian Adventure

Elvis R. Gonzalez

16 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the vibrant cities of Bogotá and Medellín. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Colombia as you explore ancient museums, dine on delicious local cuisine, and wander through picturesque parks. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Bogotá

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Bogotá's Historical Treasures

$34

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

Archaeological Museum Casa del Marqués de San Jorge

Archaeological museum in a colonial mansion offering pre-Columbian pottery exhibits & a bookstore.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

Maria Tomasa - Cocina Caribe - Sede Museo

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

5 - 8 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 2Art and Culture in the Heart of Bogotá

$36

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

2 - 3 min

Directions

Prominent museum in a colonial mansion featuring works by Fernando Botero & other global artists.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 3From Ancient Gold to Culinary Delights

$40

Built in the 17th century, this former church is now a museum, its walls covered in paintings.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

Directions

Contemporary structure housing exhibits on pre-Columbian gold, ceramics & stones, with a cafe.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

DIsfruta de una excelente selección de vinos y cocteles maridados a la perfección con cortes de carne madurada de gran calidad.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 4Contemporary Art and Botanical Beauty

$40

$ 4

Exhibitions of Columbian art from the 1960s to present day in a bright venue with a spiral design.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Jardín Botánico de Bogotá José Celestino Mutis

Opened in 1955, this 20-acre botanical park features a waterfall, a sun clock & numerous orchids.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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24 - 29 min

Directions

This colonial-era house where Simon Bolivar's once lived has been restored as a museum on his life.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$18

5 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 5A Fusion of Art, History, and Flavors in Bogotá

$34

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

9 - 14 min

Directions

Large museum with 20,000+ artifacts from the 16th century to modern times, plus a restaurant & shop.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $394 In total

Activities & Food:$384

Transport:$10

Trip to Medellín

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Bogotá's Historical Treasures

$38

$ 2

Energetic area with a variety of restaurants serving regional cuisine, plus bars & other nightlife.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

Green square & central meeting spot with food vendors, artisan craft stalls & surrounding nightlife.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

Busy, historic city square with many trees, benches, vendors & a notable statue.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

4 - 6 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$20

Day 2Art and Culture in the Heart of Bogotá

$56

$ 2

Modern museum featuring a massive freshwater aquarium, interactive science exhibits & a planetarium.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

4 - 5 min

Directions

Children play in this large open plaza featuring food vendors & a big screen for evening movies.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

Directions

Outdoor plaza showcasing 23 sculptures by artist Fernando Botero, plus landscaped grounds & benches.

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

Directions

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$20

11 - 16 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 3From Ancient Gold to Culinary Delights

$36

$ 2

Botanical garden offering a variety of plant species, educational exhibits & a butterfly house.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

Directions

Iconic hill with a sculpture garden, open-air theater & a composite of a typical town of the region.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

11 - 16 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Day 4Contemporary Art and Botanical Beauty

$36

$ 2

Ecotourism park featuring walking & hiking trails, a food market, a gondola & adventure sports.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

62 - 75 min

Directions

Spacious indoor marketplace with produce, meat & seafood vendors in a vibrant atmosphere.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

5 - 8 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 5A Fusion of Art, History, and Flavors in Bogotá

$34

$ 2

Public escalators & staircases covered in colorful street murals, lined with bars & souvenir shops.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

Footpath & cycling route along a manicured riverside corridor of trees, flowers & public artworks.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

8 - 11 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $394 In total

Activities & Food:$384

Transport:$10