El Carmen 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
25+ National Park Tours: Self-Guided Driving Bundle
Historic Center of Bogotá and Monserrate Tour
Salt Cathedral and Lunch at Andres Carne de Res
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Other neighbourhoods around El Carmen
Suba
You'll enjoy the churches and parks in Suba. You might want to make time for a stop at Parque la Colina or Centro Comercial Santafé.
Usaquén
Well liked for its parks and shopping, Usaquén is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Hacienda Santa Barbara Mall and Unicentro Bogotá, and jump on the metro at San Antonio Station to get around the city.
Engativa
Engativa is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Titan Plaza and Bogotá Botanical Garden.
Calle 100
Calle 100 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like World Trade Center and Iserra 100 Shopping Mall.
Chicó
Chicó is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Park 93 and World Trade Center while you're in town.
La Cabrera
If you're spending some time in La Cabrera, Andino Shopping Center and Virrey Park are top sights worth seeing.