![]() So the advice is, enjoy all the features this city has to offer, but don't walk around light-headed and always follow safety rules so your visit won't have a bitter taste. I had a jacket around my waist, left a phone in a closed pocket, and some "professional" got lucky. ![]() Unfortunately, for the first time we traveled around South America, we were robbed, and it was right here in Bogota. Even locals recommend to wear a backpack on your belly (in the crowded areas) or at least somewhere you can see it all the time. Once, we didn't pay attention to where we were going, and within 10 minutes, we were in a neighborhood where we really didn't feel comfortable and quickly fled.Īlso, pay attention to your belongings. You should not walk alone after dark and, when possible, hire a taxi (Uber is illegal in Colombia, so it up to you if you want to use this service or you opt for a regular taxi).Įvery city has an area that is better to avoid, but this area was surprisingly close to Bogota's center. It is always better to travel at least as a couple or group of friends. We will also share tips on when to visit, how to get, or how to get around.Īlthough there's been progress in past years for sure, visitors still should follow simple rules to avoid inconveniences and use common sense.ĭo not walk far from tourist areas. ![]() Our Bogota guide includes tips on the best things to do in the city, but we also answer the most burning question you might have: whether is Bogota safe. Hopefully, this travel guide will inspire you to visit Bogota, and you will, from the very beginning, enjoy the location nestled on the edge of the green hills, cool temperatures, photogenic colonial architecture, romantic cobbled streets in La Candelaria district, a surprisingly wide selection of museums, excellent street art, and modern architecture as well. Had we done that, we would have fallen head over heels with Bogota instantly. Overall, it has a different vibe than the rest of the country.īogota was the first destination we ever visited in South America, and even though we could not wait to explore all the best things to do in the city, we must admit that we did not fall in love with Bogota at first sight.īut the longer we stayed, the more we started appreciating this sprawling city and its amazing location on the plateau in the Andes at 2640 meters above sea level.Īs we had spent quite many months on the road, we are now pretty confident to say that it is super important to set your expectations right when traveling to a new destination. The capital city is usually the showcase of the country, featuring the top attractions, plenty of things to do, amazing architecture, top museums, hotels, countless restaurants, cafes, or bars. Every time we travel, we usually expect that the visit to a country's capital city will be one of the highlights on our travel itinerary.
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