Colombia

Bogotá

Andean capital of gold, graffiti and endless salsa.

Local time: UTC-5
Population: 7.9M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Moderate

Food$$$$$About $33 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $44 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $4.5 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇨🇴 COP =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

BOGEl Dorado International AirportMain gateway, about 8 km straight-line west of the centre.

How	Cost	Time
Bus 16-14 + TransMilenioPortal El Dorado then city	COP$0-3,600	60-90 min
Free green bus to the portal; buy a Tullave card there. Small luggage only.
Regulated taxiCity centre	COP$40,000-70,000	20-40 min
Buy a fixed-price ticket at the stand before boarding.
Uber / Cabify / DiDiCity centre	COP$35,000-60,000	20-40 min
Meet the driver at the app pickup point; apps are officially unregulated.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Bogotá

Getting around

TransMilenio for cheap main routes; taxi or app for evenings and hills.

MetroNo metro yet. Don't plan around rail inside the city.
Bus ★TransMilenio BRT and green SITP buses use a rechargeable Tullave card. Fares about COP$3,600 (TransMilenio) and COP$3,200 (SITP); the card costs about COP$8,000. Crowded at rush hour.
Taxi / ride apps ★Uber, Cabify, DiDi and InDrive work but are officially unregulated; drivers may ask you to sit in front. Call taxis by dispatch or app, never hail on the street; check the meter starts and lock doors.
Cable carTransMiCable gondola links Ciudad Bolívar to TransMilenio; a separate tourist cable car climbs Monserrate.
TrainNo intercity trains; Turistren steam trains run to Zipaquirá several times a week.
Rental carNot recommended: heavy traffic, restricted plates and confusing parking. Use buses, taxis and apps instead.
WalkingGood in La Candelaria, Chapinero and Zona Rosa by day. Hills and uneven pavements; avoid unlit streets at night.

Recommended stay★ 2 nights (3 days)

Two nights let you split La Candelaria, the Gold Museum and Monserrate across two days.

Best for

CultureGold Museum, colonial La Candelaria and the salt cathedral.
FoodAjiaco, arepas and market food tours.
ArtBotero, murals and the Museo de Arte Miguel Urrutia.

Weather by month

20°8°Jan🌧 13d

20°9°Feb🌧 16d

20°10°Mar🌧 24d

19°9°Apr🌧 20d

19°10°May🌧 19d

19°9°Jun🌧 16d

18°9°Jul🌧 16d

19°8°Aug🌧 10d

20°8°Sep🌧 8d

20°9°Oct🌧 16d

20°9°Nov🌧 22d

20°8°Dec🌧 14d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

High-altitude tropical city: mild all year, cool nights, and rain possible in any month. September is driest, March and November wettest.

Mild days, cool nightsHighs stay near 18–20°C all year; lows around 8–10°C. Bring a jacket for evenings.
Rain in every monthExpect 8–24 rain days per month. Showers are often short and heavy in the afternoon.
Driest: August and SeptemberAbout 8–10 rain days. Best odds for Monserrate views and day trips.
Wettest: March and NovemberAbout 22–24 rain days. Plan museums and cafés, and carry an umbrella.
Altitude about 2,600 mTake the first day easy. Drink water and skip heavy exercise until you adjust.
What to packLayers, a waterproof jacket, comfortable shoes for hills and cobblestones, and sunscreen for sunny spells.

Landmarks 17

Must-see · 8

1
Gold Museum
Houses one of the world's largest collections of pre-Columbian gold, a true must-see for understanding Colombia's indigenous heritage. Go early on a weekday to avoid crowds; tickets are affordable and the museum is in La Candelaria.
2
Monserrate Sanctuary
A mountaintop church with sweeping views over Bogotá, reached by funicular or cable car. Visit on a clear morning for the best panorama; dress warmly as it's cooler up there.
3
La Candelaria
The historic old town with colorful colonial streets, museums, and lively plazas. Wander on foot during the day; it's central and safe for tourists, with many cafes and shops.
4
Botero Museum
Displays works by Fernando Botero and other renowned artists in a beautiful colonial building. Admission is free; combine with a stroll through La Candelaria.
5
Plaza de Bolivar
The city's main square, flanked by the cathedral and government buildings, rich in history. Visit during daylight hours; it's a short walk from La Candelaria.
6
Cerro de Guadalupe
A prominent mountain offering panoramic views and a pilgrimage site. Best visited on a clear day; take a taxi or bus to the base and be prepared for a steep walk.
7
Usaquén
A charming old town area with cobblestone streets, great for dining and shopping. Visit on weekends for the flea market; it's a short taxi ride from the center.
8
Teatro Colon, Bogota
A historic theater with stunning architecture and regular performances. Check the schedule for concerts or tours; located near La Candelaria.

Cultural

Museum 2

Palace 1

Old Town 2

Christian 1

Park 1

Historical Square 1

Modern Architecture 1

Natural

Mountain 1

Falls 2

Activities

Amusement Park 4

Theater 1

Day trips from Bogotá

Zipaquirá · 1 h 17 by bus

★★★★★ · Half day · 41 km from Bogotá

Best way: The direct bus takes about 1h 17m from Portal del Norte, faster and cheaper than a car or taxi for this distance, with a short taxi or local bus for the last stretch to the Salt Cathedral.

Take a direct bus from Bogotá's Portal del Norte terminal to Zipaquirá (about 1 hour), then a short taxi or local bus to the Salt Cathedral.

Bus ★1 h 17 · from $3-$5
Car44 min · taxi ≈ 70 COP

What to see

Salt Cathedral (Catedral de Sal)
Salt mine tunnels and the Way of the Cross
Zipaquirá historic centre and Plaza de Bolívar
Local salt museum exhibits

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

The Salt Cathedral is underground inside a salt mine, so bring a warm layer.
Allow time for the short last-mile trip from the bus terminal to the cathedral.
Weekends are busier, so go early in the day.

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Bogotá rewards visitors with world-class museums, street art and highland food. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

One packed day: the Gold Museum and colonial streets in the morning, Monserrate in the afternoon.

Stay: La Candelaria. Walk to the Gold Museum, Plaza de Bolívar and Botero Museum. Lively by day, quiet and a bit rough-edged at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ COP 0
Taxis: ≈ COP 159

Day 1

Gold, colonial streets and the hilltop

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 159

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 919 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
1

09:00–11:00 · Small entry fee; free on Sundays — check on the day

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Arrive at opening on a weekday. Closed Monday.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–18:00 · Sun until about 16:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 835 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
2

11:15–12:00 · Free

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

Short walk through La Candelaria. Stay in daylight.

Open Always open
Taxi · 502 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26
3

12:15–14:15 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Wander the colonial lanes and grab lunch nearby.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ COP 28
4

14:45–17:15 · Cable car, funicular or stairs — pay per ride; check prices on the day

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Cable car or funicular up. Check last ascent on the day.

Open Roughly 06:30–midnight; last ascent earlier — check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ COP 28
5

17:45–18:45 · Guided tours and shows priced separately — check on the day

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Box office daytime; tours on set times — check on the day.

Open Box office daytime; tours on set times — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 266 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ COP 25

1 night · Culture

One full day for Bogotá's essentials: gold, colonial streets and the hilltop view.

Stay: La Candelaria. Walk to the Gold Museum, Plaza de Bolívar and Botero Museum. Lively by day, quiet and a bit rough-edged at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ COP 0
Taxis: ≈ COP 133
Hotel: COP 120,000–350,000

Day 1

Gold, art and the old town

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 133

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 919 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
1

09:00–11:00 · Small entry fee; free on Sundays — check on the day

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Go early on a weekday. Closed Monday.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–18:00 · Sun until about 16:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 835 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
2

11:15–12:00 · Free

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

A few minutes on foot through the old streets.

Open Always open
Taxi · 502 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26
3

12:15–14:15 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Walk the colonial lanes. Stay in daylight. Lunch nearby.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
4

14:30–15:30 · Free entry

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Free entry. Closed Monday.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–19:00 · Sun until about 17:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ COP 28
5

16:00–18:30 · Cable car, funicular or stairs — pay per ride; check prices on the day

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Cable car up. Check last ascent time on the day.

Open Roughly 06:30–midnight; last ascent earlier — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ COP 28

2 nights · Culture ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want the Gold Museum, colonial streets and a mountain view in two full days.

Stay: La Candelaria. Walk to the Gold Museum, Plaza de Bolívar and Botero Museum. Lively by day, quiet and a bit rough-edged at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ COP 0
Taxis: ≈ COP 285
Hotel: COP 240,000–700,000

Day 1

La Candelaria on foot

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 128

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 544 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26
1

09:00–09:45 · Free

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

Start early while it is calm. Keep valuables out of sight.

Open Always open
Taxi · 835 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
2

10:00–12:00 · Small entry fee; free on Sundays — check on the day

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Weekday morning is quieter.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–18:00 · Sun until about 16:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 775 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
3

12:15–14:15 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Walk the colonial streets in daylight. Lunch nearby.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
4

14:30–15:30 · Free entry

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Free entry, small donation welcome.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–19:00 · Sun until about 17:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 265 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ COP 25
5

16:00–17:00 · Guided tours and shows priced separately — check on the day

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Tours run on set times — check on the day.

Open Box office daytime; tours on set times — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 266 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ COP 25

Day 2

Monserrate and the south

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 157

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ COP 28
1

08:30–11:00 · Cable car, funicular or stairs — pay per ride; check prices on the day

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Go in a clear morning. Last ascent is earlier than closing — check on the day.

Open Roughly 06:30–midnight; last ascent earlier — check on the day
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ COP 30
2

12:00–13:30 · Free to enter; pay for food

Mercado de Paloquemao

Market lunch: soups, fruit and arepas. Early is best.

Open Early morning to afternoon — check on the day
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ COP 31
3

15:00–17:00 · Transport cost — check on the day

Cerro de Guadalupe viewpoint

Viewpoint over the city. Daylight only; arrange a taxi back.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34
4

19:00–21:00 · Pay per restaurant

Zona G food walk

Dinner in Zona G. Book ahead on weekends.

Open Lunch and dinner hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34

2 nights · Food ★ Recommended length

Eaters who want markets, ajiaco and a food-focused walk, with a little culture between meals.

Stay: Chapinero. Central, good cafés and cheaper than Zona Rosa. A short ride to both the old town and the north.

Tickets & tours: ≈ COP 0
Taxis: ≈ COP 301
Hotel: COP 300,000–900,000

Day 1

Market morning and colonial lunch

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 174

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ COP 31
1

08:00–09:30 · Free to enter; pay for food

Mercado de Paloquemao

Go early for the freshest food and fewest crowds.

Open Early morning to afternoon — check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ COP 28
2

10:30–11:15 · Free

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

Short walk around the square.

Open Always open
Taxi · 502 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26
3

11:30–13:30 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Wander, then lunch: try ajiaco or a hearty set menu.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
Taxi · 775 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
4

14:00–16:00 · Small entry fee; free on Sundays — check on the day

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Good indoor break from the sun.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–18:00 · Sun until about 16:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 41 min · ≈ COP 36
5

19:00–20:30 · Free to walk; pay for drinks

Zona Rosa evening walk

Evening walk and dinner. Busy and lively at night.

Open Evening into night
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ COP 29

Day 2

Usaquén market and Zona G

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 127

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ COP 34
1

10:00–12:00 · Free to browse; pay for food and crafts

Usaquén flea market

Mainly weekends — check on the day. Snack as you go.

Open Mainly weekends — check on the day
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ COP 32
2

13:00–16:00 · Paid entry for children — check on the day

Divercity Landmark quest

Only if travelling with kids; hours vary — check on the day.

Open Family attraction hours — check on the day
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34
3

19:00–21:00 · Pay per restaurant

Zona G food walk

Reserve for dinner. Many top restaurants are here.

Open Lunch and dinner hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 1490 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ COP 26

2 nights · Art ★ Recommended length

Art lovers: Botero, street murals and a modern library, with the Gold Museum as a bonus.

Stay: La Candelaria. Walk to the Gold Museum, Plaza de Bolívar and Botero Museum. Lively by day, quiet and a bit rough-edged at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ COP 0
Taxis: ≈ COP 238
Hotel: COP 240,000–700,000

Day 1

Museums and murals

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 102

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–10:30 · Free entry

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Go early to beat the school groups.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–19:00 · Sun until about 17:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 800 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
2

11:00–13:00 · Small entry fee; free on Sundays — check on the day

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Closed Monday. The gold rooms are the highlight.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–18:00 · Sun until about 16:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 775 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
3

13:15–15:15 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Lunch, then walk the painted streets in daylight.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
4

15:30–18:00 · Paid guided tour — check on the day

Graffiti and street art tour

Tours run daytime. Book ahead and wear comfortable shoes.

Open Tours run daytime
Taxi · 235 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ COP 25
5

18:00–19:00 · Guided tours and shows priced separately — check on the day

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Check tour times on the day; the interior is worth it.

Open Box office daytime; tours on set times — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 266 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ COP 25

Day 2

Library and the north

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 136

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 10 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ COP 35
1

10:00–10:45 · Free entry

Virgilio Barco Library Landmark quest

Striking modern building. Library hours — check on the day.

Open Library hours — check on the day
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 37 min · ≈ COP 35
2

12:00–14:30 · Cable car, funicular or stairs — pay per ride; check prices on the day

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Clear-day views. Last ascent earlier than closing — check on the day.

Open Roughly 06:30–midnight; last ascent earlier — check on the day
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ COP 32
3

19:00–21:00 · Pay per restaurant

Zona G food walk

Dinner to finish. Book ahead.

Open Lunch and dinner hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34

3 nights · Culture

First-timers who want the Gold Museum, colonial streets and a mountain view without rushing.

Stay: La Candelaria. Walk to the Gold Museum, Plaza de Bolívar and Botero Museum. Lively by day, quiet and a bit rough-edged at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ COP 0
Taxis: ≈ COP 420
Hotel: COP 360,000–1,050,000

Day 1

Arrive and ease into La Candelaria

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 51

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 544 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26
1

14:00–14:45 · Free

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

Start here to get your bearings. Walk in daylight only.

Open Always open
Taxi · 502 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26
2

15:00–17:00 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Wander the colonial streets and painted walls. Keep bags close.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
3

17:00–18:00 · Free entry

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Free entry. Closed Monday, so check your arrival day.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–19:00 · Sun until about 17:00 · closed Monday · Source

Day 2

Gold, art and a theatre tour

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 121

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 919 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
1

09:00–11:00 · Small entry fee; free on Sundays — check on the day

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Go early on a weekday. Sunday is free but packed.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–18:00 · Sun until about 16:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 974 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
2

11:30–12:30 · Guided tours and shows priced separately — check on the day

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Join a set-time tour. Check times at the box office on the day.

Open Box office daytime; tours on set times — check on the day
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34
3

13:30–15:30 · Pay per restaurant

Zona G food walk

Lunch in Zona G, a short taxi ride away.

Open Lunch and dinner hours
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34
4

16:00–18:30 · Paid guided tour — check on the day

Graffiti and street art tour

Daytime street art walk. Book ahead if you want a guide.

Open Tours run daytime

Day 3

Monserrate and the north

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 167

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ COP 28
1

08:00–10:30 · Cable car, funicular or stairs — pay per ride; check prices on the day

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Clear mornings give the best view. Last ascent is earlier than closing — check on the day.

Open Roughly 06:30–midnight; last ascent earlier — check on the day
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ COP 30
2

11:30–13:00 · Free to enter; pay for food

Mercado de Paloquemao

Market lunch and fruit tasting. Go before the afternoon slows down.

Open Early morning to afternoon — check on the day
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ COP 31
3

14:30–15:15 · Free entry

Virgilio Barco Library Landmark quest

Modern library and park. Check library hours on the day.

Open Library hours — check on the day
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 41 min · ≈ COP 36
4

16:30–18:30 · Free to browse; pay for food and crafts

Usaquén flea market

Weekend flea market. On weekdays swap for a walk in Usaquén instead.

Open Mainly weekends — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 17 km · ≈ 1 h 1 min · ≈ COP 42

Day 4

Last morning, then fly

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 82

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ COP 28
1

08:30–10:30 · Transport cost — check on the day

Cerro de Guadalupe viewpoint

Viewpoint over the city. Daylight hours only; go if the sky is clear.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ COP 29
2

11:00–11:45 · Free; visits by arrangement

Casa de Nariño Landmark quest

Limited visiting hours and pre-booking needed — check on the day.

Open Limited visiting hours — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 717 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26

3 nights · Food

Eaters who want markets, ajiaco and arepas, with enough culture to fill the gaps.

Stay: Chapinero. Central, good cafés and cheaper than Zona Rosa. A short ride to both the old town and the north.

Tickets & tours: ≈ COP 0
Taxis: ≈ COP 500
Hotel: COP 450,000–1,350,000

Day 1

Arrive and eat in Zona G

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 119

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ COP 33
1

14:00–14:45 · Free

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

Quick orientation walk in daylight.

Open Always open
Taxi · 502 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26
2

15:00–16:30 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Stroll and grab a coffee and arepa snack.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34
3

18:30–20:30 · Pay per restaurant

Zona G food walk

Dinner in Zona G. Book ahead on weekends.

Open Lunch and dinner hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 1490 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ COP 26

Day 2

Market morning and Gold Museum

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 160

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ COP 31
1

08:00–09:30 · Free to enter; pay for food

Mercado de Paloquemao

Go early for the freshest produce and breakfast stalls.

Open Early morning to afternoon — check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ COP 28
2

10:30–12:30 · Small entry fee; free on Sundays — check on the day

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Weekday morning is calmest. Closed Monday.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–18:00 · Sun until about 16:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ COP 33
3

13:00–15:00 · Pay per restaurant

Zona G food walk

Lunch — try ajiaco, the potato and chicken soup.

Open Lunch and dinner hours
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34
4

15:30–16:30 · Free entry

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Free and central. Closed Monday.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–19:00 · Sun until about 17:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ COP 33

Day 3

Monserrate and Usaquén

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 130

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 7 km · ≈ 27 min · ≈ COP 32
1

08:00–10:30 · Cable car, funicular or stairs — pay per ride; check prices on the day

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Clear morning for the view. Check last ascent on the day.

Open Roughly 06:30–midnight; last ascent earlier — check on the day
Taxi · 14 km · ≈ 53 min · ≈ COP 39
2

12:30–14:30 · Free to browse; pay for food and crafts

Usaquén flea market

Weekend flea market with food stalls. Weekdays are quieter.

Open Mainly weekends — check on the day
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 23 min · ≈ COP 30
3

18:30–20:00 · Free to walk; pay for drinks

Zona Rosa evening walk

Evening walk and dinner in Zona Rosa.

Open Evening into night
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ COP 29

Day 4

Last bites, then fly

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 92

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ COP 33
1

09:00–10:30 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Final coffee and pastry run in the old town.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
Taxi · 314 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ COP 25
2

11:00–12:00 · Guided tours and shows priced separately — check on the day

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Optional daytime tour — check times on the day.

Open Box office daytime; tours on set times — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ COP 33

3 nights · Art

Art lovers: Botero, murals and colonial streets, with a mountain morning.

Stay: La Candelaria. Walk to the Gold Museum, Plaza de Bolívar and Botero Museum. Lively by day, quiet and a bit rough-edged at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ COP 0
Taxis: ≈ COP 417
Hotel: COP 360,000–1,050,000

Day 1

Arrive and see Botero

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 51

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

14:00–15:00 · Free entry

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Free entry, central in La Candelaria. Closed Monday.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–19:00 · Sun until about 17:00 · closed Monday · Source
2

15:15–17:15 · Free to walk

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Look for murals and painted doors. Walk in daylight.

Open Always open; walk in daylight
Taxi · 502 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26
3

17:30–18:15 · Free

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

Golden-hour photos of the square.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 544 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26

Day 2

Street art and Gold

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 119

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–11:30 · Paid guided tour — check on the day

Graffiti and street art tour

Morning street art walk. Book a guide ahead.

Open Tours run daytime
Taxi · 864 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ COP 26
2

12:00–14:00 · Small entry fee; free on Sundays — check on the day

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Weekday visit. Closed Monday.

Open Tue–Sat roughly 09:00–18:00 · Sun until about 16:00 · closed Monday · Source
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ COP 33
3

14:30–16:30 · Pay per restaurant

Zona G food walk

Late lunch in Zona G.

Open Lunch and dinner hours
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34
4

17:00–18:00 · Guided tours and shows priced separately — check on the day

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Daytime tour if times fit — check on the day.

Open Box office daytime; tours on set times — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 266 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ COP 25

Day 3

Monserrate and the library

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 165

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ COP 28
1

08:00–10:30 · Cable car, funicular or stairs — pay per ride; check prices on the day

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Clear morning for the view. Check last ascent on the day.

Open Roughly 06:30–midnight; last ascent earlier — check on the day
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 37 min · ≈ COP 35
2

11:30–12:15 · Free entry

Virgilio Barco Library Landmark quest

Striking modern library. Check hours on the day.

Open Library hours — check on the day
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ COP 31
3

13:00–14:30 · Free to enter; pay for food

Mercado de Paloquemao

Market lunch and photos of the stalls.

Open Early morning to afternoon — check on the day
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ COP 34
4

18:30–20:00 · Free to walk; pay for drinks

Zona Rosa evening walk

Evening walk and dinner.

Open Evening into night
Taxi back to your hotel · 12 km · ≈ 44 min · ≈ COP 37

Day 4

Last look, then fly

Tickets ≈ COP 0 pp · taxis ≈ COP 82

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ COP 28
1

08:30–10:30 · Transport cost — check on the day

Cerro de Guadalupe viewpoint

Viewpoint in daylight. Go only if the sky is clear.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ COP 29
2

11:00–11:45 · Free; visits by arrangement

Casa de Nariño Landmark quest

Pre-book and check visiting hours on the day.

Open Limited visiting hours — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 717 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ COP 26

Swap in instead

Ride the TransMiCable to Ciudad Bolívar for views and murals — go with a local guide.
Day trip to Zipaquirá salt cathedral, about 1.5 hours by road; the Turistren steam train runs several times a week.
Hike or take the cable car up Monserrate on a clear morning; check the day's weather first.

Getting around

TransMilenio BRT and green SITP buses use a rechargeable Tullave card.
TransMilenio fare is about COP$3,600 and SITP about COP$3,200; the card costs about COP$8,000.
TransMiCable gondola links Ciudad Bolívar to TransMilenio; a tourist cable car climbs Monserrate.
Uber, Cabify, DiDi and InDrive work but are officially unregulated; drivers may ask you to sit in front.
Call taxis by dispatch or app, never hail on the street; check the meter starts and lock doors.
No intercity trains; Turistren steam trains run to Zipaquirá several times a week.

Where to stay

La Candelaria · ≈ COP 120,000–350,000 a night
Walk to the Gold Museum, Plaza de Bolívar and Botero Museum. Lively by day, quiet and a bit rough-edged at night.
Zona Rosa · ≈ COP 250,000–700,000 a night
Best for restaurants, bars and nightlife; safe to walk in the evening. Far from the historic sights.
Chapinero · ≈ COP 150,000–450,000 a night
Central, good cafés and cheaper than Zona Rosa. A short ride to both the old town and the north.
Usaquén · ≈ COP 200,000–600,000 a night
Calm, leafy and close to the airport side of town. Sunday flea market and good food. Farthest from La Candelaria.

Food & drink

Try ajiaco (potato and chicken soup), bandeja paisa and arepas. Lunch menus (almuerzo) cost about COP$15,000–30,000.
Fruit is the highlight: try lulo, feijoa, granadilla and maracuyá at a market like Paloquemao or La Perseverancia.
Book a food tour in La Candelaria or Chapinero to taste safely and learn the names.
Coffee: order tinto for a small black coffee. Specialty cafés in Chapinero and Zona Rosa serve single-origin beans.
Street food is cheap but pick busy stalls. Drink bottled or filtered water; tap water is not for everyone.

Tips

Altitude sickness is common on the first day; rest, stay hydrated, and limit alcohol
On Sundays, the 'Ciclovía' closes major avenues to cars, opening them for cyclists and pedestrians
The weather changes constantly; carrying an umbrella and wearing layers is essential
Be highly vigilant with your smartphone in public and especially on crowded TransMilenio buses
Take the funicular or cable car up Monserrate for breathtaking panoramic views of the sprawling city

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

La Candelaria

Cycle through city neighborhoods and markets
Taste local fruit and try the game of tejo
2,479 reviews · 4.9 rating

Fruit tastingTejo included

Bicycle City Tour with Fruit Tasting & Tejo

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (2,479)

$23View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

La Candelaria

Explore the colonial old town on foot
Learn the history of the historic center
1,493 reviews · 4.8 rating

Walking tourLocal guide

Guided La Candelaria Walking Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.8 (1,493)

$20View tour

Take this tour to unlock 3 landmark quests

Monserrate Sanctuary

Gold Museum

Botero Museum

Ride up to Monserrate for city views
See the Gold and Botero Museum collections
746 reviews · 4.8 rating

Entry includedMuseum visits

Bogotá City Tour with Monserrate, Gold and Botero Museums

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.8 (746)

$77View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

La Candelaria

Sample Colombian dishes across the city
Play tejo with a small group
575 reviews · 4.9 rating

12+ tastingsTejo included

Small-Group Food Tour with Over 12 Tastings & Tejo

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (575)

$56View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

La Chorrera Falls

Hike to Colombia's tallest waterfall
Full-day nature escape from the city
621 reviews · 4.9 rating

Guided hikeTallest falls

La Chorrera Hike to Colombia’s Tallest Falls

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (621)

$280View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Tequendama Falls

Visit a working coffee farm
See the Tequendama Falls
235 reviews · 4.6 rating

Coffee farmScenic falls

Coffee Farm and Tequendama Falls Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.6 (235)

$107View tour

Souvenirs

Specialty coffee

COP 30000–60000250g · shop prices

Colombia is famous for its coffee, and Bogotá has many cafés that roast and sell beans from local farms.

Where: Amor Perfecto or Azahar café

Choose beans with the farm origin and roast date printed on the bag.

Emerald and silver jewelry

COP 200000–50000001 small to medium piece · estimate

Colombia produces some of the world's finest emeralds, and Bogotá is the center of the country's emerald trade.

Where: Certified emerald shops on Avenida Jiménez

Always ask for a certificate, and avoid buying from street sellers.

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Landmarks 17

Must-see · 8

Gold Museum

Monserrate Sanctuary

La Candelaria

Botero Museum

Plaza de Bolivar

Cerro de Guadalupe

Usaquén

Teatro Colon, Bogota

Cultural

Museum 2

Palace 1

Old Town 2

Christian 1

Park 1

Historical Square 1

Modern Architecture 1

Natural

Mountain 1

Falls 2

Activities

Amusement Park 4

Theater 1

Day trips from Bogotá

Zipaquirá · 1 h 17 by bus

What to see

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Gold Museum Landmark quest

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Mercado de Paloquemao

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

Zona G food walk

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Graffiti and street art tour

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Virgilio Barco Library Landmark quest

Zona Rosa evening walk

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Mercado de Paloquemao

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Zona G food walk

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Graffiti and street art tour

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

Gold Museum Landmark quest

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Botero Museum Landmark quest

Teatro Colon, Bogota Landmark quest

Monserrate Sanctuary Landmark quest

Mercado de Paloquemao

Cerro de Guadalupe viewpoint

Zona G food walk

Mercado de Paloquemao

Plaza de Bolivar Landmark quest

La Candelaria Landmark quest

Gold Museum Landmark quest

Zona Rosa evening walk

Usaquén flea market

Divercity Landmark quest

Zona G food walk

Botero Museum Landmark quest