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8 Days in Bogotá: A Journey Through History and Culture

Julian del Río Cortés

Julian del Río Cortés

8 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Bogotá, Colombia's vibrant capital. Immerse yourself in the rich colonial heritage at Museo Colonial and Coin and Bill Production Museum. Discover the artistic wonders of Botero Museum and Museo Santa Clara. Indulge in mouthwatering Caribbean cuisine at Maria Tomasa - Cocina Caribe. Uncover the fascinating military history at the Military Museum of Colombia. Marvel at the stunning exhibits at Museo de Arte Miguel Urrutia - MAMU. Delve into the world of emeralds at the International Emerald Museum and explore the treasures of the Gold Museum. Experience the beauty of nature at Jardín Botánico de Bogotá. End your journey with stargazing at Planetario de Bogotá. Get ready for an incredible adventure!

Day 1Colonial Treasures and Culinary Delights
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$72

Museo Colonial
Museum featuring exhibits & art focused on Colombia's colonial period in a 17th-century building.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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La Puerta de la Catedral
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
5 - 8 min

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Maria Tomasa (La Candelaria)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 2Artistic Marvels and Historic Charm
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$72

Botero Museum
Prominent museum in a colonial mansion featuring works by Fernando Botero & other global artists.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
6 - 9 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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Maria Tomasa - Cocina Caribe - Sede Museo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$40
8 - 11 min

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La Candelaria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$32
Day 3Military History and Ancient Artifacts
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$76

Military Museum of Colombia
Colombian military museum in a mansion with 9 rooms of historical exhibits & 2 courtyards.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
5 - 8 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Quinua Y Amaranto
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$40
3 - 4 min

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Maria Tomasa (La Candelaria)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 4Artistic Gems and Revolutionary Tales
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$72

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
Free
4 - 5 min

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Independence Museum - Casa del Florero
Museum featuring exhibits focused on national independence & citizenship in a colonial building.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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La Tarteria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
1 - 2 min

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Maria Tomasa (La Candelaria)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 5Emeralds and Gold: A Glimpse into Colombia's Riches
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$72

International Emerald Museum
Small museum in a skyscraper offering raw emeralds on display & information on the gem's history.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Gold Museum
Contemporary structure housing exhibits on pre-Columbian gold, ceramics & stones, with a cafe.
10:00 AM - 12:00 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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
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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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 6Historic Plaza and Contemporary Art
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$76

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$ 3

Plaza de Bolívar
Spacious city center surrounded by a cathedral & important buildings with notable architecture.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 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.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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Tapas Macarena
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40
9 - 14 min

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Restaurante El Antioqueño
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 7Botanical Beauty and Revolutionary Legacy
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$76

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$ 6

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
$8
23 - 28 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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Villa delle Delizie
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$32
4 - 5 min

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Casa Santa Clara
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 8Starry Nights and Gastronomic Delights
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$80

Planetario de Bogotá
Storied planetarium offering astronomy shows, a space museum & a library, plus a gift shop & cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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La Tapería
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$40
3 - 4 min

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Tapas Macarena
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40

Budget breakdown: $604 In total

Activities & Food:$596
Transport:$8