✈️Bogotá tourist attractions you need to know

These sights will make you include Bogotá in your next travel destination and still fall in love with this amazing capital.

Getting to know the sights of Bogotá is gaining more and more space in the travel itinerary and is already one of the most interesting capitals to visit in South America. Its violent and insecure past is behind it and today the city has become a destination that overflows with history, art and culture.

In addition to being the capital of Colombia, Bogotá is also the country's economic and administrative center. Reading this way, it seems that this is a square city and without many attractions. But don't be fooled, allow yourself to know and travel through this destination that will conquer you.

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In this post you will read:

Map with the main tourist attractions of Bogotá
Best tourist attractions in Bogotá
Bogotá – Travel Guide
Where to stay in Bogota
Internet chip in Bogotá
Bogota travel insurance
Colombia car rental
Flights to Colombia
Frequently Asked Questions
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Best tourist attractions in Bogotá

La Candelaria and the Historic Center

The neighborhood of La Candelaria, as the historic center is known, is the main tourist spot in Bogotá. You can spend the day walking the streets and always see something new.

A good starting point for any tour of the capital is Bogotá's Plaza Bolívar. There are located important buildings such as the Palace of Justice, the Congress, the City Hall and the Main Cathedral of Bogotá. You can already see the grandeur of this place. Be sure to visit.

Bogotá is a city that breathes and inspires art and culture, strolling through the narrow streets around Plaza Chorro de Quevedo is a must. Colorful walls, which tell stories and portray reality. Try the Graffiti Tour – often offered by hotels and travel agencies. I didn't get to do this tour, but it is certainly very interesting and yields good photos.

Bogotá tourist attractions you need to know — Main Cathedral of Bogota | Photo: Reg Natarajan, via Flickr

Bogotá Gold Museum

The Gold Museum of Bogotá is one of the most important museums in the Colombian capital. It was founded in 1938 by Banco da República, with the aim of protecting national heritage and history.

There are more than 54 thousand items that help to tell the life and cultural history of the people who lived in the current Colombian territory. In 2008, it underwent a renovation, expanded its space and reorganized itself into four permanent exhibition rooms and two rooms open to new arts and artists:

"metal working” – Discover the process and benefits of working with metals.
"people and gold” – A journey from north to south, with the proposal to understand and learn more about the culture and organization as a society of pre-Hispanic peoples.
"The offering” – Room that presents objects related to ceremonies and the art of offerings.
"Cosmology and symbolism” – Myths and symbolisms, pieces that contributed to give meaning to the way of life and organization of ancient peoples.

Guided tour of the Gold Museum

The museum offers guided tours at predetermined times and already included in the entrance fee. If you are interested, be aware of the days and times, and arrive early to reserve your place. The tour lasts around 1h30.

From Tuesday to Friday: at 11 am, 15 pm and 16 pm in Spanish. At 11 am and 16 pm in English.
On Saturdays: at 10 am, 11 am, 15 pm and 16 pm in Spanish. At 11 am and 16 pm in English.

If you are unable to arrive on time or are no longer available, another way to enjoy your visit is to download the museum app with an audio guide available in Portuguese, English and French.

open from Tuesday to Saturday from 9 am to 17 pm and on Sundays from 10 am to 17 pm (not open on Mondays). Entrance normally costs 4.000 COP, but in times of a pandemic, visitation is free. So you just need to book a date in advance on the museum's official website by clicking here.

Botero Museum

Fernando Botero is a Colombian painter and sculptor, born in Medellín. In the 2000s, Botero donated part of his works and also his private collection to Banco de la República – with items by other artists, and it was with these pieces that the current Botero Museum was founded.

A total of 208 works were donated, including paintings and sculptures, 123 of which were their own authorship and another 85 by international artists. Today, the Botero Museum is considered one of the five most important public art collections in Latin America and one of the main tourist attractions in Bogotá.

An interesting and relaxed museum, which attracts an audience of all ages and is well worth a visit. This can be a great opportunity to see not only Fernando Botero's art, but also great and renowned artists such as Picasso, Renoir, Dali and Monet.

Botero Museum guided tour

If you are interested in taking a guided tour of the museum, be aware of the days and times. Arrive a little early to reserve your spot.

Monday to Friday: from 12:30 pm to 13:30 pm, from 16 pm to 17 pm and from 17:30 pm to 18:30 pm (except Tuesday, when the museum is not open).
Saturdays: 10am, 12pm, 14pm and 16pm.

Open Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 17 pm (closed on Tuesdays). On Sundays from 10 am to 17 pm. Free entrance.

Zona Rosa and Zona-T

Zona Rosa is another favorite neighborhood among visitors to Bogotá, especially for those looking for good restaurants, bars, cafes and international designer stores – a place with a very busy nightlife.

Zona T, a pedestrian-only area located in Zona Rosa, is where Carrera 12a meets Calle 83. These two streets join in the shape of the letter T, hence the name of the region.

Monserrate Hill

Cerro Monserrate is 3.125 m above sea level and is the highest point in the city. The view from the top, from its viewpoints, is amazing.

It is open all year and there are three possible ways to access the top: walking, cable car or funicular. It is possible to walk up and down by funicular or cable car; or maybe go up in funicular and go down by cable car or even walking.

Trail – Open for ascent from 5 am to 13 pm. Check the time limit for getting off – when I went it was possible to get off until 16pm. The trail lasts about 1 hour of intense ascent.
Cable car – Monday to Saturday from 6:30 am to 23:30 pm. On Sundays from 5:30 am to 18 pm. And on holidays from 6:30 am to 18 pm.
Cableway – From Monday to Saturday from 12:22 to 5:30. On Sundays from 18:XNUMX am to XNUMX pm.

Cerro Monserrate is one of the tourist attractions in Bogotá that are worth a visit. When planning your trip, keep an eye on the official website of Cerro Monserrate. Opening times, ascent and descent, change frequently, but are always updated on the website.

salt Cathedral

It is in Parque de la Sal, in the city of Zipaquirá, 50 km from the historic center of Bogotá, that the Cathedral of Salt is located. Take the opportunity to discover one of the most impressive sights in Bogotá. Regardless of your religion and belief, this tour can be a very interesting experience.

The tunnels of the old and deactivated salt mine take visitors to the main nave of the church, which is 180m deep. The path is all decorated and tells the stages of the via crucis – the path Jesus took while carrying the cross before his crucifixion.

Open every day from 9 am to 17:40 pm. Tickets start at 37.500 COP per person.

Exchange house

The Casa de Moneda Museum, located next to the Botero Museum. Here the first gold coins in America were minted in 1622.

Opened to the public in 1961, the museum displays a large collection of coins and paper tickets. It tells the history of this country in a didactic and very interesting way.

Open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 am to 17 pm (closed on Tuesdays), and on Sundays from 10 am to 17 pm. Entrance is free.

National Museum of Colombia

The National Museum of Colombia was founded in 1823, and is the oldest museum in the country. Among the more than 20 thousand works on display, there are paintings, sculptures, drawings and arts that range from the Colombian colonial period to the present day. Located in the La Merced district, 2 km from Plaza de Bolívar, in the historic center.

Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 18 pm (closed on Mondays), and on Sundays from 10 am to 17 pm. Entrance costs 2.000 COP for adults between 18 and 59 years old, teenagers pay 1.000 COP and children and seniors over 60 do not pay.

Maloka Interactive Museum

The sights in Bogotá please even the little ones. The Maloka Interactive Museum is an ideal place for those traveling with children. A fun museum, and as the name suggests, interactive. The more you get involved in the activities, the more interesting your visit and learning will be.

The exhibitions cover topics such as science, technology and the universe, as well as 2D and 3D film presentations at the Cinema Domo (dome) and at the Digital Room.

Interactive experiences are open year-round, Tuesday through Sunday. The Domo and the Digital Room have pre-defined presentation times, and vary according to the day of the week. Keep an eye on the website for more information.

The museum is open from Tuesday to Friday, from 8:30 am to 17:30 pm, and on Thursdays it is open until 19:9 pm. Weekends are from 18 am to 5.000 pm. Tickets start at 39.900 COP per person and can vary up to XNUMX COP per person, depending on the type of activity chosen.

Torre colpatria

Located in the Centro Comercial district of Bogotá, Torre Colpatria is one of the tallest buildings in South America, at 196 meters high. Despite being a commercial building, it is possible to access the 48th floor and have a 360º panoramic view of the city.

Open to the public on Thursdays from 18pm to 21pm, Saturdays from 14pm to 20pm and Sundays and holidays from 11am to 17pm. Entry 8.000 COP per person.

Botanic Garden of Bogota

The Jardín Botánico José Celestino Mutis, or Bogotá Botanical Garden, is a true refuge amidst the hustle and bustle of the capital. A place to walk, relax and admire nature.

There are more than 70 varieties of cultivated roses, beautiful orchid gardens, climate-controlled areas with species native to cold regions, the Amazon and even hotter and desert regions, such as cacti and succulents. In addition to other plants and trees.

Open Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 17 pm and on weekends and holidays from 9 am to 17 pm. Closed every first Monday of the month – if Monday is a public holiday, the Botanical Garden will be closed on Tuesday morning. Adults pay $5.000 COP while children under 5 and adults over 62 are free.

Bogotá – Travel Guide

Bogotá, capital of Colombia, is one of the most sought after destinations in the country. This Colombian economic center is also a historic center full of culture, joy and captivating gastronomy! When visiting the city, it is worth visiting iconic places such as the Gold Museum and Cerro Monserrate, as well as strolling through the La Candelaria neighborhood. If you still don't know what to do in Bogotá, you can check out our complete content with a special itinerary through the Colombian capital for 3 days.

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Where to stay in Bogota

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Remembering that the best neighborhoods to stay are La Candelaria, Zona Rosa and Chapinero.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best tourist attractions in Bogotá?

Some of the best sights in Bogotá are the historic center at La Candelaria, the Gold Museum, the Bogotá Botanical Garden and the Salt Cathedral. check out more exact turísticos em Bogotá.

What to do in Bogotá in 1 day?

With little time in the city, the ideal is to focus your tour in the historic center, in the neighborhood of La Candelaria. Visit places like the Botero Museum, Cerro Monserrate and Casa de Moneda. See more options what to do in bogota.

What is worth seeing in Bogotá?

We have separated 11 tourist attractions in Bogotá that are worth knowing, such as:
Monserrate Hill
Exchange house
Gold Museum
Botanic Garden of Bogota
Historic center…see more here.

What to do in Bogotá in 2 days?

Those who stay 2 days in Bogotá can take the time to explore the entire historic center in La Candelaria and also visit the Gold Museum, Zona Rosa and even Zona T. Check it out here what to do in bogota.

Where to stay in Bogota?

The best neighborhoods to stay are La Candelaria, Zona Rosa and Chapinero in Bogotá. Some good hotel options are the Hotel Muisca, the NH Bogota Boheme Royal and the Selina Chapinero Bogota. check out where to stay in Bogotá.

What to do in Bogotá in 3 days?

When staying for 3 days in Bogotá, it is worth putting together a complete itinerary with the Bogota's main tourist attractions, such as the Salt Cathedral, Cerro Monserrate, the Gold Museum and the Zona Rosa. Learn everything you need to know about what to do in bogota.