Don’t miss a chance to visit La Candelaria, the capital’s cultural and historical center when you stay at Grand Hyatt Bogotá. See the sights of Bolívar Square, a plaza that faces the Palace of Justice and the towering Primatial Cathedral of Bogotá, which dates back to 1823. Walk down cobblestone paths—perhaps stopping for a cup of Colombian coffee—to the world-famous pre-Columbian gold collection at the Museo del Oro. For dinner, head to the peak of Monserrate (accessible by cable car), where the French restaurant Casa San Isidro overlooks the city.
The view from the peak of Monserrate is spectacular, and so is the duck at this mountaintop French restaurant. Sit down to dinner, and watch the city light up as the sun sets.
Enjoy a Colombian dining experience like no other at this local establishment, where each dish on the tasting menu draws on flavors from varied ecosystems and ancestral traditions.
Elegant tapas and a giant wine list make this a popular spot for nights out with friends or clients. Make reservations if you’re heading there after 8:00 p.m.
Learn the history of Colombia’s currency by visiting the old mint, which struck its first gold coins in 1622, and now showcases money-making methods used through the ages.
Built as a fortress-like prison in 1832, this museum now exhibits more than 20,000 artifacts and pieces of art, including mummies, paintings, and ancient ceramics.
Visible across the city, this centuries-old religious sanctuary towers over Bogotá from the 3,152-meter summit of Monserrate. Take the aerial tram, or hike up about 1.5 miles to reach the top.
Your room is less than half a mile down the road from this 374-outlet shopping mecca. Inside the multi-level mall, you’ll find jewelry stores, luxury fashions, casual dining restaurants, and even a supermarket.
Strolling through Colombia’s top botanical garden is like taking a walk through the country’s green spaces. See more than 19,000 plants, including endangered Andean species.
Take the kids to enjoy thrill rides, roller coasters, and bumper cars in the city’s largest amusement park, which is connected to Simón Bolívar Metropolitan Park.
Head to the heart of the city to find this 988-acre expanse of green. It’s home to hundreds of trees, a concert stage, and a large lake frequently dotted with paddle boats.
Hike through the mist to viewpoints like Eagle’s Peak at this popular park, where you may spot sloths and birds of prey, descend hillsides via zip line, and explore on horseback.
Though sometimes difficult to access, this beautiful lake is worth the trip. Once sacred to the Muisca people, its connection to the legend of El Dorado has attracted visitors for centuries.
Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
Make a pilgrimage to this underground church, one of Colombia’s architectural feats, to admire marble sculptures and icons carved from mountain rock.
