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La Candelaria
sightseeingHistoric colonial center with Plaza Bolivar and museums.
Zona Rosa (Zona T)
localUpscale entertainment district with restaurants and nightlife.
Chapinero
localTrendy neighborhood with cafes, LGBT scene, and Zona G restaurants.
Usaquén
localCharming former village with flea market and boutiques.
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faq.subtitle Bogotá
Most countries visa-free for 90 days! US, EU, UK, Canada no visa needed. Can extend 90 more days at migration office. Very open policy. Colombia embraces tourism now.
Transformed dramatically! Tourist areas safe. Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena all tourist-friendly. Normal precautions apply. Don't flash wealth, use Uber, avoid sketchy areas at night. Peace process changed everything. Millions of tourists visit yearly.
Bogotá at 2,640m (8,660ft) - significant altitude. Some feel headaches, fatigue first days. Drink water, avoid alcohol initially, take it easy. If going higher (Villa de Leyva), acclimate in Bogotá first. Most adapt in 1-2 days.
World's best! Ironically, best coffee exported - locals traditionally drank instant (tinto). Now specialty coffee scene booming. Visit Eje Cafetero (Coffee Triangle) for farms. In Bogotá try Azahar, Amor Perfecto. Coffee culture transformed.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Bogotá
Take a graffiti tour in La Candelaria - world-famous street art scene. Free tours available (tip-based). History of Colombian art, politics, culture on walls. 2-3 hour walking tours. One of Bogotá's best experiences.
Visit Museo del Oro (Gold Museum) - pre-Columbian gold artifacts, free on Sundays. Adjacent Botero Museum has free Fernando Botero art. Both world-class and free/cheap. Essential Bogotá culture.
Use Uber/Didi exclusively - essential safety advice. Street taxis have history of express kidnappings. Apps cheap, tracked, safe. Download before arriving. Non-negotiable advice for Bogotá.
Try bandeja paisa (massive mixed platter), ajiaco (chicken potato soup - Bogotá specialty), arepas, empanadas, fresh fruit juices. Food cheap and hearty. Chocolate santafereño (hot chocolate with cheese) unique experience.
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Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Budget meal
10,000 - 20,000 COL$
~15,000 $
Mid-range
35,000 - 80,000 COL$
~57,500 $
Fine dining
120,000 - 300,000 COL$
~210,000 $
Street Food
Local dish
5,000 - 15,000 COL$
~10,000 $
Drinks
Coffee
4,000 - 12,000 COL$
~8,000 $
Local beer
5,000 - 12,000 COL$
~8,500 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
2,000 - 5,000 COL$
~3,500 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
35,000 - 70,000 COL$ / night
~52,500 $
Guesthouse
100,000 - 200,000 COL$ / night
~150,000 $
Hotel 3★
250,000 - 500,000 COL$ / night
~375,000 $
Hotel 5★
600,000 - 1,500,000 COL$ / night
~1,050,000 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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widespread
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location.payment.cash
Cash most widely accepted in Colombian retail sector in 2025. Cash most used medium nationwide in 2023 (78.4% of transactions), followed by electronic transfers (12.6%). Cash most accepted especially in markets, small stores, public transportation, rural areas. Bogotá shows lower cash usage than rest of Colombia - lowest perceived cash use, highest wire transfer use. In cities like Bogotá, can pay by other methods in most hotels, restaurants, shopping centers, tourist services, though smaller businesses may accept cash only. New Bre-B instant payment system launched 2025 (31+ million registered).
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Exchange at banks: Bancolombia, Banco de Bogota, Davivienda, BBVA. Casas de cambio (exchange houses) in Zona Rosa, Chapinero, Centro. Airport exchange available but rates worse. ATMs widespread but use bank ATMs for safety. USD best to bring. Always pay in COP.
location.payment.tipping
10%
10% service charge often included. If not, 10% appreciated. Round up for taxis.
Safety
Medium safety level
Follow standard precautions
Bogotá has transformed dramatically - much safer than reputation. Petty theft still common. Use Uber not street taxis. Don't flash valuables. La Candelaria safe daytime, careful at night. Avoid south Bogotá. Altitude 2600m may affect you.