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5 Days in Bogotá: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Myriam Torres

Myriam Torres

29 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day itinerary to Bogotá, Colombia's vibrant capital city. Explore historical sites like Plazoleta Chorro de Quevedo and Plaza de Bolívar, immerse yourself in art at the Botero Museum, and indulge in the flavors of Paloquemao Fruit Market. Unleash your inner adventurer at Mundo Aventura and relax in the lush greenery of Jardín Botánico de Bogotá. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Bogotá

Day 1
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$0

Plazoleta Chorro de Quevedo
Historic square featuring a modest fountain, colonial buildings, cafes, restaurants & more.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 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
7 - 10 min

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Plaza de Bolívar
Spacious city center surrounded by a cathedral & important buildings with notable architecture.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Pasaje Rivas
Energetic shopping complex featuring multiple stalls selling homewares, clothing, artwork & more.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$ 2

Botero Museum
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
12 - 15 min

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Paloquemao Fruit Market
Large local farmer's market with an indoor hall selling fruit, vegetables, meat, fish & flowers.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 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.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Parque Nacional Enrique Olaya Herrera
Large, shaded natural area with a hockey rink, playground & multiple sport courts & fields.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$0

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$ 2

Usaquén Park
Compact park in a stylish neighborhood known for its arty boutiques, markets & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Parque de la 93
Scenic green space with benches & playgrounds, plus festivals & other special events.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Parque de los Novios
Recreational park featuring a large children's play area, plus a lake with boats & kayaks.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$19

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$ 1

Mundo Aventura
Amusement park with roller coasters & gentler rides for kids, plus go-karts & fast-food counters.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
22 - 27 min

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Parque Metropolitano Simón Bolívar
Large, busy city green space with a walking/biking path, a lake for boating & a kids' playground.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$13

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$ 1

Maloka Museo Interactivo
Kid-friendly science museum with interactive exhibits & high-tech theaters, plus a cafe & gift shop.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Salitre Mágico
Amusement park with high-speed roller coasters & go-karts, plus kiddie rides & family attractions.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$13

Budget breakdown: $36 In total

Activities & Food:$32
Transport:$5