16 days in Bogota Itinerary

Colombia's heart and soul, Bogota has earned the nickname "Athens of South America" thanks to its abundance of universities, libraries, and lower-level schools.

Bring the kids along to Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) and Monserrate. Get out of town with these interesting Bogota side-trips: Parque Jaime Duque (in Tocancipa), Capilla Valvanera (in Chia) and Laguna de Guatavita (in Tierra Negra). Spend the 8th (Wed) exploring nature at Chingaza National Park. Next up on the itinerary: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sal de Zipaquira, see the interesting displays at Museo de la Moneda, admire the landmark architecture of Hacienda Cafetera California, and identify plant and animal life at Bioparque La Reserva.

To find traveler tips, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Bogota travel route planning website.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiport is El Dorado International Airport. In April, daily temperatures in Bogota can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.