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Under $100: Bogota

by Jack Guy

Jul 12, 2015

La Historica Candelaria, Bogota, Colombia © Javarman | Dreamstime

Under $100 / Latin America

The Colombian capital has undergone something of a renaissance as the country as a whole shakes off its reputation for drug dealing and extra-judicial killings. Bogota is home to impressive culinary and art scenes, and there is certainly enough to keep you busy for more than one day.

 

Street art in La Historica Candelaria, Bogota, Colombia © Uli Danner | Dreamstime 21042247

Street art in La Historica Candelaria © Uli Danner | Dreamstime

 

Most backpackers stay in La Candelaria, where students and artists throng the cobbled streets. Start your day with breakfast in one of the many cafes ($5), where the famous Colombian coffee will give you the energy boost you need. Join the local joggers on the climb to the peak of Cerro de Monserrate, which affords a beautiful panoramic view of the city below.

 

Gold Museum, Bogota, Colombia © Vladgalenko | Dreamstime 34321033

Gold Museum © Vladgalenko | Dreamstime

 

From here, it’s time for an altogether more leisurely pursuit, a spin around the amazing Gold Museum (admission $2), which contains more than 55,000 pre-Hispanic artifacts. If you are hungry after your visit to the museum, head to the charming Salvo Patria bistro, where you can soak up some of Bogota’s cutting-edge cuisine ($30).

 

Paloquemao, Bogota, Colombia © Andrea B | Flickr

Paloquemao © Andrea B | Flickr

 

Walk around the historic center of town, where many revolutionary events took place, and admire the architecture of the official buildings. Later on, venture into the Paloquemao market to marvel at the produce of Colombia’s varied climates, snacking on some exotic fruit ($5).

 

After an active day, relax over dinner at Andres Carne de Res , which is worth the trip out of town. The huge restaurant boasts different rooms where you can eat, drink and even dance your night away ($45).

 

Andres Carne de Res, Bogota, Colombia © Inti | Flickr

Andres Carne de Res © Inti | Flickr

 

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