Center

The oldest museum in Colombia is located in the city's International Center, founded in 1823 by the Congress of the Republic and open to the public since July 4, 1824. Dedicated to the preservation of the country's cultural values, it houses a patrimony of more than 2,500 works and objects, symbols of national history and heritage. In its calendar, the Museum offers temporary exhibitions of national and international history, art and archeology, as well as academic and cultural programming.

The Journalists' Park is an emblematic monument in the historic center of Bogotá. Pietro Cantini built it between 1882 and 1886 to commemorate the first centenary of Simón Bolívar's birth. In 2014, this iconic site was renamed Gabriel García Márquez Journalists' Park, in honor of the prominent Colombian writer and Nobel Prize in Literature.

During the founding of Bogotá by Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada in 1538, the Chorro de Quevedo was chosen as the starting point for the urban layout of the city. This historical event marked the beginning of the construction of the colonial city and established Chorro de Quevedo as a fundamental place in the history of Bogotá.

Its construction lasted from 1848 to 1926 and was designed by the renowned Danish architect Thomas Reed at the request of President Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera. The whole structure is made of stone. The Congress of the Republic is located there, where the congress members meet to debate and legislate the affairs of the country. The National Capitol is open to the public with guided tours, allowing visitors to see the different rooms and spaces of the building, as well as to learn about the history and functioning of this emblematic institution.

The Colpatria Tower is an emblematic skyscraper in Bogotá, Colombia. Built in 1979, it was the tallest building in Colombia and one of the tallest in Latin America at 196 meters high and 50 stories. At 196 meters high and 50 stories, the tower is an architectural icon and a landmark in the city.

With about 3,152 meters above sea level, rises the hill on which stands the most representative and iconic temple of Bogotá, at the top of which is a white church that guards Bogotá.

Calle Bonita in Bogotá is an artistic and welcoming gastronomic area that fuses the traditional with the modern. With a wide variety of restaurants, cafes and bars, it offers a unique culinary experience.

From homey Colombian cuisine to international options, visitors can enjoy of delicious dishes in a lively and picturesque atmosphere, perfect for exploring and enjoying in the company of friends and family.

This historic neighborhood is one of the must-visits for tourists. Its streets and colonial houses bring together museums, theaters, cafes and cultural centers. La Candelaria is not only an architectural treasure, but also a gastronomic paradise. Among the cobblestone streets and colorful colonial facades, you will find a wide range of restaurants and cafes serving everything from artisanal food to haute cuisine.

Crafts are elements that keep the tradition and ancestral culture of the communities alive. In Bogotá there is a mythical setting where you can appreciate the craftsmanship in detail: genuine replicas, original pieces and very typical objects of the city and the country, it is Pasaje Rivas.