On Sundays, many Bogota streets are converted into pedestrian and cycle only areas, and cars, buses and motorbikes give way to pedestrians and bikes. Curiously, Bogota was one of the first of the large cities to adopt this urban scheme of entertainment, later followed by so many others around the world. Surveys show that ¼ of the city’s population enjoys Sunday Biking, or simply going… Read more »

We are usually intrigued to hear travelers miss a visit to Santuario Nuestra Señora del Carmen, the official name of this beautiful and gothic church. Conveniently located in La Candelaria’s city center, the religious temple is not as old as you might expect, built in early 20th Century. It combines the gothic Florentine architecture with Arabic and Byzantine touches, making its interior quite unique and… Read more »

The Mercado de las Pulgas de Usaquén is one of the nicest flea markets in Bogota. Very conveniently located near Zonas T and G, it is a bustling spot for Colombian’s on Sunday afternoons, not only for the many diverse stalls selling a wide array of objects typical of flea markets, but also for its artistic scene and colorful sights and scents. The high quality… Read more »

Museo del Oro (Gold Museum) draws in the most visitors, but do not skip a visit to the nearby Museo Botero. The Botero Museum is part of the complex of Banco de la Republica’s museum and is dedicated to Colombias most famous contemporary artist, Botero. He is native of another city, Medellin, and donated many of his art pieces to be displayed in Bogota. Admire… Read more »

This market is an authentic Bogotana experience. You will unlikely find many visitors around, as it is truly a local point of interest. There is nothing fanciful or upscale about Paloquemao Market, yet the abundant variety of fruits, vegetables and flower stalls, where Bogotanos actually go to shop and trade, is impressive. Exotic and tropical fruits, vegetables, produce from the Caribbean and Pacific coast and… Read more »