6 days in Bogota Itinerary

Colombia's heart and soul, Bogota has earned the nickname "Athens of South America" thanks to its abundance of universities, libraries, and lower-level schools.

Do your shopping at Barrio La Candelaria and Parque 93. Museum-lovers will get to explore Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) and Museo Botero del Banco de la Republica. Explore Bogota's surroundings by going to Laguna de Guatavita (in Tierra Negra) and Catedral de Sal de Zipaquira (in Zipaquira). There's much more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Monserrate, buy something for everyone on your list at Centro Comercial Santafe, examine the collection at Museo Nacional de Colombia, and don't miss a visit to Teatro Mayor Julio Mario Santo Domingo.

To find ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Bogota online day trip planner.

If you are flying in from Panama, the closest major aiport is El Dorado International Airport. In November, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.