The capital of Colombia, Bogotá, is a large metropolis with tons of attractions for tourists to see and to do.
One of the best things for anyone to do in Bogotá, especially on a rainy or drab day, is to visit some of the city’s fascinating museums. Here are our recommendations for the three best ones to see.
Museo del Oro
Bogotá’s history revolves largely around the discovery of gold in the area and the later conquest of the area by Spanish colonists that used the gold to get rich.
The Museo del Oro tells the story of gold in Colombia’s history and also has an incredible collection of pre-Hispanic gold art and statues.
Museo Botero
One of Latin America’s best art museums, the Museo Botero, is located in Bogotá.
A large percentage of the works in the museum are by Fernando Botero, Colombia’s most famous artist who’s known for his larger-than-life statues. Also, you can find works here by artists such as Dali, Picasso, and Monet.
Museo Nacional de Colombia
Colombia’s National Museum tells the story of Colombia, before, during, and after Spanish colonization.
Here, you can see ancient mummies as well as artifacts documenting the conquest of Colombian territory. Any history lover will love this museum and its fascinating collections.
