Erika’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Museo del Oro, or Gold Museum, is perhaps the most famous museum in Bogotá and Colombia. It is one of the most spectacular exhibits of pre-Hispanic art, culture and tradition ever displayed
901 locals recommend
Gold Museum (Museo del Oro)
15-88 Cra. 6Museo del Oro, or Gold Museum, is perhaps the most famous museum in Bogotá and Colombia. It is one of the most spectacular exhibits of pre-Hispanic art, culture and tradition ever displayed
Visiting Bogotá’s most historic and beautiful neighborhood is like talking a walk through the Spanish colonial era. Almost every building has a wooden balcony that looks out onto the busy streets, with elaborate doors and entryways painted in bold, bright colors. There are many museums, libraries, universities and restaurants located in the area, each with unique architecture and history.
584 locals recommend
Greann Candelaria
6-58 Cl. 12bVisiting Bogotá’s most historic and beautiful neighborhood is like talking a walk through the Spanish colonial era. Almost every building has a wooden balcony that looks out onto the busy streets, with elaborate doors and entryways painted in bold, bright colors. There are many museums, libraries, universities and restaurants located in the area, each with unique architecture and history.
Museum
Fernando Botero is one of Colombia’s most famous artists, known for his unique style that depicts people and animals with large, exaggerated or fat features. Even if you aren’t too interested in art, you’ll find Botero’s work lighthearted and unlike anything you’ve seen before.
309 locals recommend
Museo Botero
4-41 Cl. 11Fernando Botero is one of Colombia’s most famous artists, known for his unique style that depicts people and animals with large, exaggerated or fat features. Even if you aren’t too interested in art, you’ll find Botero’s work lighthearted and unlike anything you’ve seen before.
Nightlife
Andrés Carne de Res is more than a restaurant and bar; it’s an experience that every visitor in Bogotá needs to have.
255 locals recommend
Andrés Carne de Res
N° 11A - 56 Calle 3Andrés Carne de Res is more than a restaurant and bar; it’s an experience that every visitor in Bogotá needs to have.
Traveler advice
Customs and culture
Pickpockets
Don't bring large amount of money or valuable iitems with you so you don't attract too much attention.
Ways to save
Bargain
Bargaining is culturally acceptable, so don't forget to bargain with sellers as you can significantly bring the price down.