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5 Days in Bogotá: A Journey Through History and Culture

Anthony Howard

21 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling adventure through Bogotá, Colombia's vibrant capital city. Discover the rich history and culture as you explore iconic landmarks, fascinating museums, and hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Bogotá

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Heart of Bogotá

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$10

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$ 3

Ibis

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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Directions

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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Directions

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

1 - 2 min

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Directions

La Puerta Falsa

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Immersing in Art and History

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$12

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$ 4

Ibis

Depart from your stay 🏨

43 - 52 min

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Directions

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

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Botero Museum

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

2 - 3 min

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Directions

La Puerta de la Catedral

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Planetario de Bogotá

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

No time set

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Free

Day 3Unearthing Treasures and Delights

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$12

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$ 3

Ibis

Depart from your stay 🏨

42 - 51 min

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Directions

Museo Santa Clara

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

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Gold Museum

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Chantonner

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 4Embracing Artistic Expressions

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$4

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$ 4

Ibis

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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Directions

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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Directions

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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Free

5 - 8 min

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Saras Los Andes

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$4

Day 5Nature's Oasis and Cultural Insights

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$14

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$ 4

Ibis

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Directions

Jardín Botánico de Bogotá José Celestino Mutis

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$4

16 - 20 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.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

WOK Museo Nacional

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Budget breakdown: $69 In total

Activities & Food:$52

Transport:$17