The Best Things to Do in Bogota

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Bogota is a big, nasty city. At least, that’s what they said. Bogota’s image precedes it, and not everyone is complimentary of Colombia’s capital. Locals urged us to be cautious, recounting tragic stories of lost possessions and awkward meetings. Some travellers advised us to avoid Bogota. I was to see what Bogota was all about and made room in my Colombia itinerary for a quick visit, never one to pass up a city on second-hand information. 

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1. MONSERRATE 

When I arrive in a new place, my first instinct is to go somewhere high up to get a view and orient myself. The best site in Bogota for a city perspective is Monserrate, the city’s highest point. Cerro de Monserrate (Monserrate Hill) rises 3,152 metres above sea level above the city. The panoramic views of Bogota from the top of Cerro Monserrate are and unmissable. Believe it or not, a full panorama is not possible – there are areas of Bogota that cannot be from Monserrate due to the city’s size.

2. MONSERRATE SANCTUARY

While visiting Monserrate for the city vistas is worthwhile, you should not descend the mountain without first seeing the 17th-century Monserrate Sanctuary. According to legend, the neo-Gothic Catholic church that dominates the site was with the help of eager pilgrims, each carrying a single brick for the 2.5km trip up the mountain. The church’s bare interior complements its all-white exterior. The church may be covered in 15 to 20 minutes. If you’re lucky, you might end up sitting next to a group of modern-day pilgrims, like we did.

3. GOLD MUSEUM

I was anticipating the Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) to focus on Colombia’s colonial history and the so-called New World desire for God, Gold, and Glory, having grown up with the gold Rush narrative. If you want to understand more about this interesting period in Colombian history, the Gold Museum is the place to go. Have you ever heard of the Muisca? You are not alone in this. It should have earned them a name like the Zapotecs, Mayans, or Aztecs, but it didn’t.

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4. THE OLDEST PART OF BOGOTA

The Gold Museum is on the outskirts of La Candelaria, Bogota’s oldest neighbourhood. The brightness of the day is a bit of a shock after going around the lighted museum exhibits. But believe me when I say that this is one aspect of Bogota you do not want to miss. The only way to explore the La Candelaria neighbourhood is on foot. The following few attractions on this list of must-sees in Bogota are in the La Candelaria neighbourhood.

5. STREET ART & CAFE CULTURE 

Walking down the small Callejón Embudo street is one of the nicest things to do in Bogotá. It captures the Bogotano blend of historic elegance and current metropolitan culture with a dash of grunge and is in the city’s oldest district. Because of enough hostels, this is a popular neighbourhood for backpackers to stay in Bogotá. Follow the Plazoleta Chorro de Quevedo’s short passageway to the right of the modest church.

6. GABRIEL GARCIA MARQUEZ CULTURAL CENTER

The Gabriel Garcia Marquez Cultural Centre is in the heart of La Candelaria. The structure was a gift from Mexico to recognise Gabriel Garcia Márquez, a Colombian-born writer well-known throughout Latin America and the world for his literary works. This is only one of many monuments to Garcia Márquez that can be throughout Colombia. Forget about your regular safety concerns in Bogota: this is one area in the city where you’ll feel completely at ease.

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