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Take the cable car to a church 3,152 meters up, with the whole city below.
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Bogotá at a glance
- Country
- Colombia
- Airports
- El Dorado International (BOG)
- Search code
BOG- Money
- Colombian peso (COP)
Discover Bogotá
A capital 2,640 meters up in the Andes, with colonial streets, world-famous gold, bike-friendly Sundays and a fast-growing food scene.
What it's called
- Santa Fe de Bogotáits founding name
- Bacatáthe Muisca name it comes from
- La Nevera"the fridge", for its cool weather
Things to do in Bogotá
Views
HistoryLa Candelaria
Colorful colonial streets, street art and Bolívar Square.
CultureCiclovía
Every Sunday more than 100 km of streets close to cars for cyclists.
Day tripZipaquirá Salt Cathedral
A cathedral carved into a salt mine underground.
FoodPaloquemao Market
Exotic fruit, flowers and local breakfasts.
About Colombia
Colombia is the only South American country with coasts on both the Caribbean and the Pacific. The Andes split into three ranges here, so one trip can take you from snowy peaks to coffee hills, jungle and white beaches.
- CapitalBogotá
- MoneyColombian peso (COP)
- LanguageSpanish
Economy
A growing economy powered by oil, coal, coffee, gold and flowers. Colombia is one of the world's top coffee producers and the second-biggest exporter of cut flowers, and tourism keeps growing.
Culture
Famous for warm people and music: salsa in Cali, cumbia and vallenato on the coast, and stars like Shakira. Gabriel García Márquez's magical realism came from here, and Fernando Botero's round figures fill its museums.
Places to visit
- Cartagenaa walled colonial town on the Caribbean
- Medellíncable cars and spring weather all year
- Coffee Trianglefarms, Salento and giant wax palms
- Tayrona National Parkjungle meets beach
- Lost Citya multi-day trek to ancient ruins
Why Colombia is worth it for you
- Great valueFood, hotels and tours cost far less than in North America or Europe.
- Wildlife paradiseMore bird species than any other country.
- Perfect weather somewherePick cool mountains or hot Caribbean beaches.
- Fresh coffee at the sourceVisit a farm and taste beans from the plant to the cup.
Travel more of Colombia
Places worth adding to your trip, from Bogotá or on another visit.
HistoryCartagena
A walled Caribbean old town with colorful balconies.
CultureMedellín
Spring-like weather, cable cars and the street art of Comuna 13.
NatureCoffee Region
Coffee farms and giant wax palms in the Cocora Valley.
BeachTayrona National Park
Jungle meets Caribbean beaches.
Eat like a local
- AjiacoChicken and potato soup, a Bogotá classic.
- ArepasGrilled corn cakes.
- Tamal tolimenseCorn dough with meat, wrapped in banana leaves.
The story of Bogotá
The Muisca people lived on this high plain before the Spanish founded the city in 1538. Bogotá's call for independence on July 20, 1810 is still celebrated as Colombia's national day.
Colombia through history
- Before 1500s
The Muisca people live in the Andes; their gold rituals inspire the El Dorado legend.
- 1538
Spanish conquistadors found Bogotá.
- 1810
Bogotá declares independence on July 20.
- 1819
The Battle of Boyacá secures independence.
- 2016
A peace agreement ends a long armed conflict.
Good to know
- Best time to go
- December to March is driest. Days are mild all year; bring layers for chilly evenings.
- Getting around
- TransMilenio buses and taxis or rideshare are the easiest options.
- Language
- Spanish
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Questions about Bogotá
Which airports serve Bogotá?
El Dorado International (BOG). Search code: BOG.
What currency is used in Bogotá?
Colombian peso (COP).
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