Sehenswürdigkeiten in Bogotá
The key addresses in Bogotá — verified and regularly updated. Clicking takes you straight to the location page.
Cerro de Monserrate
Bogotá's local mountain towers over the city at 3,152 meters and is its most famous landmark. Take the cable car or funicular up to the pilgrimage church, from where you have a breathtaking panoramic view over the metropolis - especially beautiful at sunset.
La Candelaria & Plaza de Bolívar
In the historic founding district of La Candelaria, stroll through colorful colonial alleys, past street art, cafes, and the central Plaza de Bolívar with its cathedral and government palaces. This is where the cultural heart of Bogotá beats.
Museo Botero
In a colonial city palace, this museum displays an extensive donation by the Colombian artist Fernando Botero – his characteristically plump figures as well as works by Picasso, Dalí and Monet. Admission is free.
Museo del Oro
The Gold Museum houses one of the world's most important collections of pre-Columbian gold art with over 30,000 objects. On three floors, you will immerse yourself in the fascinating metallurgy of Colombia's indigenous cultures - an absolute must in the historic old town.
Gay attractions in Bogotá take you mainly to Chapinero, the queer neighborhood in the north of the city. Around Carrera Séptima, the scene can be explored on foot, past bars, cafés and shops that have shaped the quarter for years. With over a hundred gay and gay-friendly addresses, Chapinero is the vibrant center of queer life. If you want to plan classic sightseeing in between, drive to the old town La Candelaria with its colonial houses, the Plaza de Bolívar and museums such as the Gold Museum, or up to the local mountain Monserrate with a view over the city.
In terms of LGBT rights, Colombia is one of the more progressive countries in Latin America, with same-sex marriages possible here since 2016. The highlight of the year is the Marcha LGBTIQ+, which has a long history in Bogotá and brings tens of thousands of people to the streets. In 2026, the thirtieth edition will take place, traditionally at the end of June via Carrera Séptima to Plaza de Bolívar, accompanied by rallies and a cultural program throughout Pride week. If you want to get to know Bogotá beyond the pure postcard motifs, you will find your own approach to the queer life of the city, from Chapinero to the café districts in the north. The following places and events will take you to the most important stations.