More Information (Spanish): Bogotá Tourism; Bogotá Climate
Background
More Information (Spanish): Archive of Bogotá; Bogotá Portal: History
Cultural Sites
More Information (Spanish): Plaza de Bolívar; Museo Botero; Museo Nacional; Botanical Garden; La Candelaria; Cerro de Monserrate; Templo de San Francisco; Simon Bolivar Park; Parque 93; Usaquén Outdoor Market; Iglesia Museo de Santa Clara
Eating out
More Information (Spanish): Zona G; Abasto; La Puerta Falsa; Antigua Santa Fe; Parque 93; Usaquén; Andrés Carne de Res
Transport
More Information (Spanish): Transmilienio; Sistema de Transporte Público (SITP)
Other Helpful Tips & Information
- In Colombia the standard voltage is 110 V. The standard frequency is 60 Hz. The power sockets that are used are of type A / B. If you are coming from the U.S. or Canada, you can use your electric appliances in Colombia. However, you may need an adapter for 3-pronged plugs, as some of the outlets only have two sockets.
- Colombia is in the GMT-5 time zone and does not observe Daylight Savings Time.
- The current conversion rate is roughly $1 USD to 3,000 Colombian pesos.
- While Bogotá is much safer than it once was, it is still important to be vigilant and aware of your surroundings, just as you would in any large city. Certain neighborhoods are not safe for walking at night, so it is always best to order a taxi or Uber after dark. It is also not advised to use valuables such as cell phones while walking through the streets. If you must do so, be sure to keep an eye out.