El Boqueron Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Monserrate
This gorgeous mountain is visible from all over town. Journey to its peak to enjoy spectacular views of Bogotá and the surrounding area.
Plaza de Bolívar
Bogota’s most iconic public square is dedicated to a hero of the Latin American wars for independence and lined with historical landmarks.
Gran Estacion Shopping Mall
During your trip to Bogotá, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gran Estacion Shopping Mall. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira
You can find out about the history of Zipaquira with a trip to Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.
Gold Museum
This museum is home to a collection of pre-Hispanic gold, as well as a series of wide-ranging exhibitions about Colombia’s indigenous civilisations.
Bogotá Botanical Garden
Colombia’s great natural riches are on display at this excellent botanical garden, which hosts a wide diversity of flora in its serene and welcoming grounds.
Activities
Bogota: Guatavita and Salt Cathedral Daily Group Tour
Bogota: Bicycle City Tour
25+ National Park Tours: Self-Guided Driving Bundle
Historic Center of Bogotá and Monserrate Tour
Colonial Guaduas Tour
Salt Cathedral and Lunch at Andres Carne de Res
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Other neighbourhoods around El Boqueron
Mesitas del Colegio
If you're spending some time in Mesitas del Colegio, Cerro de Quininí Natural Park is a top sight worth visiting.
Puente Aranda
If you're spending some time in Puente Aranda, Iglesia Centro Mundial de Avivamiento and Headquarters of the General Prosecutor of the Sectional Nation are top sights worth seeing.
Fontibon
Travellers like the art galleries in Fontibon, and Hayuelos Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
La Candelaria
Travellers come to La Candelaria for its interesting museums, and you can see top attractions like Chorro de Quevedo Square and Botero Museum while you're in town.
Ciudad Salitre Oriental
If you're spending some time in Ciudad Salitre Oriental, Gran Estacion Shopping Mall and Centro Comercial Galerias, Bogota are top sights worth seeing.
Quinta Paredes
If you're spending some time in Quinta Paredes, Parque Simón Bolívar and Avenida El Dorado are top sights worth seeing.