MUST SEE's in BOGOTA?

Mononoke28 says on Sep 10, 2009, 09:49:

If you like museums many people say the Museo del Oro is a must see. I also recommend the Museo Nacional and the Jardín Botánico.

Diana

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Bill Turley (Moderator) says on Sep 10, 2009, 09:50:

The Gold Museum is a MUST see

Mr. Bill Somondoco

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Simon says on Sep 10, 2009, 09:50:

Check out the Salt Cathedral in Zipaquira, the Plaza Bolivar and the surrounding historic downtown, the Gold Museum, the interactive science museum Maloka, and the great nightlife in the Zona G by the Andino Mall.

"Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon

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kat1 (Moderator) says on Sep 10, 2009, 09:52:

La candelaria, you must go to El chorro de quevedo and have coffe there :)
Museo Nacional
Museo de Oro
Plaza de Bolivar
La quinta de Bolivar
Museo de Artes y Tradiciones Populares
Maloka
If you fancy a bit of a ride go to Mundo Aventure and check Plaza de las Americas shopping center, they have an IMAX cinema there
Usaquen
Parque Simon Bolivar
Jardin Botanico
centro cultural Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Juan Valdez coffe shops, but the one in La candelaria


A little on the way out

La Catedral de Sal

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roccatanski says on Sep 10, 2009, 09:56:

"Any must sees from true Colombianos ;)?"
Taking advise from true Colombianos might land you in Ciudad Bolivar.

"A man is defined by his actions, not his memory" ( Kuato-- total recall)

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 09:59:

I love museums, but my husband gets a little impatient. I have to keep a limit on them...;) So definitely going to see Botero. The Salt Cathedral and Museo de Oro, I don't know which he would enjoy more? any advice?
There aren't any big culture shows/events at the end of September? I've been through the calendars on a few websites, seem we're arriving right after the jazz festival.....

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kat1 (Moderator) says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:00:

Actually a true Colombiano will send you to la Candelaria, maybe because we think many foreigners specially from Europe or the USA like the historical part of the city rather than fancy shopping centers.

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webmanco says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:01:

Just of the plane go to the last day of Feria del Hogar.

http://www.feriadelhogar.com/

Other than that there are too many activities to do and places to go.

No hay extremo cierto o verdadero, porque los extremos opacan, enruedan, (lavan cerebros) verdades. Yotas

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roccatanski says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:05:

Maybe a Colombiana will send him to la Candelaria but some of my Colombiano friends would send him to Ciudad Bolivar as a joke so he can see the "real Colombia."

"A man is defined by his actions, not his memory" ( Kuato-- total recall)

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:05:

Oh thanks La feria is perfect! Yeah, i'm half colombian, half hungarian...crazy combo.
Any Salsa concerts or anything else other than Rock?

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Mononoke28 says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:07:

I like how Kat says "if you fancy..." LOL, that's so British. XD

Diana

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:13:

LOL, I just noticed....that's cute.

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kat1 (Moderator) says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:18:

Lol mononoke, Al que entre la miel anda, algo se le pega.

Cristi, La feria it's great, yes you must go and see it, also the Gold museum and the Museo de Artes y Tradiciones Populares are a must.

I have a friend in Colombia, Born in Colombia but Hungarian Parents, mind He can't speak Hungarian, they used to own La Taberna Hungara in Bogota, but they sold it, he and his family now owns a little fast food restaurant in the center of Bogota.

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kat1 (Moderator) says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:19:

roccatanski, and you call them friends, Lol

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:24:

wow! I never hear that combo its crazy! My mom is from Budapest, Hungarian is one of the hardest languages they say, its of arabic descent. My Dad is Colombian, but my spanish needs practice :) Although, my husband is puerto rican...its hard not to try and pick up his crazy accents....lol

Kat, thanks for all the help, I know this trip will be one of our most memorable!!

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:25:

What's the best way to get around? I know in Peru you have to always argue with taxi drivers on price, but they're the best way. What's best in Bogota?

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webmanco says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:51:

A unversity protest against bull fighting
a soup line
Orphanage donation box,


Those are not a must see but a voluntary decision to take part of each one of the activities.

No hay extremo cierto o verdadero, porque los extremos opacan, enruedan, (lavan cerebros) verdades. Yotas

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 10:54:

hmmmm maybe not the tips, but thanks for the advice on gettin around.

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realstate says on Sep 10, 2009, 11:23:

http://www.bogotatravelguide.com/
http://www.bogotando.com/visita.htm
http://www.inbogota.com/sitios/index.htm
http://poorbuthappy.com/colombia/travel/place/bogota/

http://www.planb.com.co/
http://www.vive.in/

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Colombianlover says on Sep 10, 2009, 11:52:

I'll be in Bogota around the same time as you! I hope you have a blast I know I will. Anyway go see the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, its is not actually in Bogotá but its really cool. Also if you can go see the Tequendama Falls and the beautiful pink hotel by it. You will need a car to see these things....I hope you can check them out if not now then one day.

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Leeroy says on Sep 10, 2009, 12:02:

Personally, I second kat1's recommendation of the Botanical Gardens (Jardín Botánico) - they are immaculately maintained and very pretty. They are probably my single favourite "tourist destination" in Bogotá.

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roccatanski says on Sep 10, 2009, 12:34:

I like Sopo Parque Jaime Duque about 30-45min outside Bogota via bus and I thought the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira sucked, it is a BS hole in the ground made around 1992 wtf who cares if you want to see a hole in the earth with a cement cross go for it.

"A man is defined by his actions, not his memory" ( Kuato-- total recall)

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 12:39:

yeah, im worried my husband will think the same....lol

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kat1 (Moderator) says on Sep 10, 2009, 12:43:

Cristi, what does your husband like to do or see , so we can direct you to the right direction and this trip won't end up
a case for divorce Lol ;)

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 12:45:

LOL, he likes anything active....resturants, shows, concerts.....
as long as it's not endless museos, he'll be okay =)!
Thanks guys!

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yummyj says on Sep 10, 2009, 17:27:

...and Monserate is not worth it?

Just because you have been to Colombia, that does NOT mean that you are anywhere near an expert on the place. Sorry. Truth hurts.

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 10, 2009, 17:29:

really? it seemed to give a beautiful panoramic view?

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Panama says on Sep 11, 2009, 02:31:

I was up at Monserrate in May for 4 hours and came down with sunburn on my face. Well worth the trip up the Tram ..If you want to have lunch There are at least a dozen open air resturants all the way around back past the shops. The view is amazing if you catch it on a clear day like I did. But plan on spending at least a few hours there if you want to see all the statues on the walkway that wraps around the east side. I will be going back there next weekend to shoot more photos..Monserrate and the Gold museum can be done in the same day as they are in the same area.

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johnny2009 says on Sep 11, 2009, 05:23:

The arepa museum is simply unmissable

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briarblue says on Sep 11, 2009, 05:36:

Cristicaqueta, do you have any info on the jazz festival? I arrive Bogota on Sept. 18th and would be interested if it is still going on.

Thanks!

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 11, 2009, 07:14:

Thanks for the feedback on Monserrate, we will definitely see on the trip :!

Hi, Briar, the info about the jazz fest is in one of these links, I think you might be missing it too, by a day or so ;(
http://www.planb.com.co/
http://www.vive.in/

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Gator says on Sep 11, 2009, 08:29:

My two don't misses are Monseratte and the Gold Museum

"Bene, cum Latine nescias, nolo manus meas in te maculare" .

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Cerealkiller says on Sep 11, 2009, 08:35:

try and visit monserrate at night though. The views of the city are spectacular and you can have a romantic dinner for two at Casa San Isidro, reservations used to be a must but I don't know if that is still the case.

Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives -John Stuart Mill

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Gator says on Sep 11, 2009, 18:13:

I would have the reservations-big fire in the fire place, the piano working hard and the view can't be beat

"Bene, cum Latine nescias, nolo manus meas in te maculare" .

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cristicaqueta says on Sep 12, 2009, 11:03:

Thank you, I'm looking forward to the beautiful views at night now.

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El Piloto says on Sep 13, 2009, 09:01:

The Donacion Botero is probably one of the better small art museums in the world - and the price can't be beat (free!). The museum includes not just Boteros but works by numerous other great painters that he donated. A nice little survey of late 19th/20th century art. Right next door to the Casa de la Moneda which is also pretty interesting if you like art (mostly Colombian) and money! Also free.

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