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10 Days in Bogotá: Unveiling History and Cultural Delights

Anne Marie

Anne Marie

26 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Bogotá, Colombia's vibrant capital city. Discover ancient marvels, immerse yourself in fascinating museums, and savor authentic cuisine. Join me as I explore the rich history and cultural delights of Bogotá!

Trip to Bogotá

Day 1Colonial Treasures and Culinary Delights
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$38

Museo Colonial
Museum featuring exhibits & art focused on Colombia's colonial period in a 17th-century building.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Palace Historical Museum of the National Police
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Maria Tomasa - Cocina Caribe - Sede Museo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
5 - 8 min

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La Puerta de la Catedral
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 2Artistic Wonders and Historic Landmarks
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$40

Coin and bill Production Museum
Museum with exhibits on the production of Colombia's currency beginning at this site in the 1620s.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Botero Museum
Prominent museum in a colonial mansion featuring works by Fernando Botero & other global artists.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Maria Tomasa (La Candelaria)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
4 - 6 min

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La Puerta de la Catedral
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 3Sacred Art and Military History
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$38

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
6 - 9 min

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Military Museum of Colombia
Colombian military museum in a mansion with 9 rooms of historical exhibits & 2 courtyards.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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La Puerta de la Catedral
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
5 - 8 min

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Quinua Y Amaranto
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Day 4Archaeological Marvels and Artistic Inspiration
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$36

Archaeological Museum Casa del Marqués de San Jorge
Archaeological museum in a colonial mansion offering pre-Columbian pottery exhibits & a bookstore.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 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.
9:30 AM - 11:00 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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$18
1 - 2 min

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Roma Ristorante Italiano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 5Emeralds, Gold, and Gastronomic Delights
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$34

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
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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
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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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$16
4 - 5 min

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La Tarteria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Day 6Contemporary Art and Unconventional Sights
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$36

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$ 2

Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota
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
27 - 33 min

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Cementerio Central
Storied cemetery founded in 1836, home to tombs of former presidents, notable writers & musicians.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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WOK Museo Nacional
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
11 - 16 min

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Suati
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 7Reflecting on History and Exploring Botanical Beauty
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$38

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$ 3

Museo de Memoria de Colombia
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$4
10 - 15 min

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CHIGüIRO Parrilla - Bar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$16
5 - 6 min

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Circo Terraza Salitre
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 8Modern Art, Revolutionary Legacy, and Italian Cuisine
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$40

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$ 3

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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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
7 - 10 min

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Villa delle Delizie
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
4 - 5 min

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Casa Santa Clara
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 9Stargazing, Independence Stories, and Sweet Treats
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$38

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$ 2

Planetario de Bogotá
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
10 - 12 min

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Independence Museum - Casa del Florero
Museum featuring exhibits focused on national independence & citizenship in a colonial building.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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La Tarteria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
4 - 6 min

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La Puerta de la Catedral
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 10Iconic Plaza, National Museum, and Fusion Flavors
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$38

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$ 2

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
12 - 15 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Lima Canton Chifa Gourmet
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
2 - 3 min

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WOK Museo Nacional
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $385 In total

Activities & Food:$376
Transport:$9