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 Laguna de Guatavita and Catedral de Sal de Zipaquira. Get out of town with these interesting Bogota side-trips: Parque Jaime Duque (in Tocancipa), Embalse del Muna (in Sibate) and Capilla Valvanera (in Chia). Spend the 8th (Wed) exploring nature at Chingaza National Park. Next up on the itinerary: take in the awesome beauty at Monserrate, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia Basilica del Senor de Monserrate, examine the collection at Casa de Moneda - Coleccion Numismatica del Banco de la Republica, and get your game on at Divercity.

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.