6 Days in Bogotá: A Journey Through History and Culture

Yulissa Navarro

11 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Bogotá, Colombia's vibrant capital. Explore ancient marvels, delve into the city's rich history, and indulge in authentic local cuisine. From fascinating museums to hidden gems, this itinerary has it all!

Trip to Bogotá

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Bogotá's Secrets

$140

$ 11

Holiday Inn Express Bogota - Parque La 93

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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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

14 - 17 min

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Palace Historical Museum of the National Police

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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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

9 - 14 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$88

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 2Immerse in Art and History

$140

$ 8

Holiday Inn Express Bogota - Parque La 93

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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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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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

7 - 9 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$56

4 - 6 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$84

Day 3Discovering Bogotá's Cultural Treasures

$156

$ 11

Holiday Inn Express Bogota - Parque La 93

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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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

24 - 29 min

Directions

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Museum with exhibits on the production of Colombia's currency beginning at this site in the 1620s.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$72

4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$84

Day 4Journey into the Past and Sparkling Gems

$132

$ 6

Holiday Inn Express Bogota - Parque La 93

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Small museum in a skyscraper offering raw emeralds on display & information on the gem's history.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$84

2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$48

Day 5Art, History, and Enchanting Spirits

$124

$ 6

Holiday Inn Express Bogota - Parque La 93

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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La Bruja Aquelarres Y Bebidas Espirituosas

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$76

5 - 8 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$48

Day 6Exploring Colonial Heritage and Artistic Delights

$124

$ 6

Holiday Inn Express Bogota - Parque La 93

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 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.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$48

5 - 8 min

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Local & global art from the 16th century to the present displayed in a modern environment.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$76

Budget breakdown: $859 In total

Activities & Food:$816

Transport:$43