© Photograph by Porapak Apichodilok
Bogotá’s backpack essentials to explore the city!
Take your most comfortable backpack and let’s fill it to the top with essential things you should have if you traveling to Bogotá.
Bogotá is a great city to visit! Whether you are coming for a few days or for more time, trust us, you’ll have a blast! Make the most of your visit with all the cool and practical info we share with you in this category.
Coming to Bogotá is a great decision that you’ll not regret, but it’s also important to know that’s a big and sprawling city with so much to do, and so many places to go, that it can get quite overwhelming at some point. That’s precisely why we are here to help you have the greatest experience and adventure of all!
How do I organize my time here? Where do I go? How do I use public transport? Local places that show our culture? Exceptional and hidden places? The answers to these questions and much more you’ll find here. Welcome abroad!
© Photograph by Beyond Colombia Free Walking Tour Bogotá
The most incredible & exciting free tours in Bogotá
Find here the most incredible free tours in Bogotá where you can get to know more about our culture, and country and see how locals enjoy this amazing city.
© Photograph by Joanna Ruiz Méndez
Monserrate lights up in December and you can’t miss it!
Monserrate is a place you have to visit if you come to Bogotá, but it’s truly a must-go in December when it lights up for the best time of the year.
Photograph by © Amoma.com
Addresses in Colombia: how to find a location and send mail
Don’t let addresses in Colombia confuse you! Ensure you never get lost and that the letter you send gets to its destination with this guide.
© Photograph 2012 by Skyview_Col
Living in Bogotá: how the strata system in Colombia works
If you’re looking for a place to live in Bogotá, be sure to mind numbered strata system in Colombia; it affects more than you think.
© Photograph by Joanna Ruiz Méndez
Places around Bogotá: six reasons to visit Guatavita
If you haven’t been to the Guatavita lagoon or to Guatavita, the town, I’ll give you six reasons to do it. One of the most amazing places around Bogotá!
© 2014 Photograph by Alcaldía Mayor de Bogotá
How to use the main streets in Bogotá as a navigation guide
Use these main streets in Bogotá as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!
© Photograph by José Macado
Stay in Bogotá on a budget: best accommodation offers
When looking for where to stay in Bogotá, this city accepts kinds of budgets, from low cost options to the most luxurious hotels, you can find everything!
© Photograph by Joanna Ruiz Méndez
El Dorado Myth: a story that started in Guatavita
Have you heard about El Dorado myth? A fantastic city in America where everything was made of gold. Do you want to know more? Keep reading!
© Photograph by Revista Enfoque
Bus terminals in Bogotá: how to use them
Our guide to using the bus terminal in Bogotá will have you on your way to traveling around the country in no time. Keep reading to know more!
© Photograph by Rachel Arrieta
Five reasons to visit Bogotá: cool facts you didn’t know
As if you needed more, I’m giving you five reasons to visit Bogotá based on things you didn’t already know about the Colombian capital.n capital.
© Photograph by Joanna Ruiz Méndez
Places around Bogotá: 6 reasons to visit Zipaquirá
If you haven’t been to Zipaquirá, what are you waiting for? I’ll give you 6 reasons to visit this nice town and enjoy it to the fullest!
© Photograph by Peterfitzgerald
Where to stay in Bogotá: meet La Calera!
When you think where to stay think about La Calera, a place where you will find many outdoor activities and amazing places to stay.
© Photograph by Andrew Villagomez
Best neighborhoods in Bogotá: why stay in La Candelaria
If you’re trying to decide where you should stay in Bogotá, look no further than one of the best neighborhoods in Bogotá, La Candelaria!
© Photograph by Juan Carlos Jara Guzmán
5 facts about malls in Bogotá that make a difference
Here I call out 5 malls in Bogotá that stand out as the best in Colombia and in Latin América. Come and enjoy our city full of amazing shopping centers!
© Photograph by Raw Pixel
Health insurance in Colombia: how it works and some tips
If you are living or travelling in the country and have no clue how the health insurance in Colombia works, you are in the right place!
© Photograph by Jairo Zelaya
Basics in Spanish that you must know to get around Bogotá
If you get the chance to visit Latin América, a little Spanish goes along way! This article will help you get ready and get the most out of for your trip!
© Photograph by See Colombia Travel Blog
Getting around the city: tips for taking a taxi in Bogotá
We have some tips for you to ease any fears you have about taking a taxi in Bogotá and make your ride as smooth as possible!
© Photograph Wojtek
SIM cards in Bogotá: all you need to know about
From ordering groceries or getting an Uber, all is easier when you have a Colombian phone number. Find out here how to get a SIM Card in Bogotá.
© Photograph by Jorge Díaz
Why travel to Bogotá? Here are my top five reasons!
All cultures of Colombia, streets filled with years of history. Keep reading to know why you should travel to Bogotá, the biggest Colombian city!
© Photograph by Fenalco
Where to exchange money in Bogotá: currency in Colombia
An important part of a trip to this country is getting acquainted with currency in Colombia, in Bogotá you have many options to exchange money.
© Photograph by Miguel Camacho
A locals guide to navigating Bogotá moving around the city
From rush hour to the weather changes and Pico y Placa, this quick guide to navigating Bogotá has got you covered. Come and visit this amazing city!
© Photograph by Alejandro Acosta
Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogotá
Here are some tips so that your passage through our main airport in Bogotá, El Dorado, is just as perfect as the rest of your stay.
© Photograph by Javier Rodríguez
Is Bogotá safe? All you need to know about safety in Bogotá
Have you ever wondered is Bogotá safe? As every big city, there are some tips you should know to have a safe trip, here are course!