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- 1. Hyatt Regency Cartagena
- 2. ESTELAR Cartagena de Indias Hotel & Convention Centre
- 3. Grand Hyatt Bogota
- 4. Hotel Las Americas Casa de Playa
- 5. Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo
- 6. Hilton Garden Inn Bogota Airport
- 7. Hotel Las Americas Torre del Mar
- 8. Hotel Cartagena Plaza
- 9. Hotel Caribe By Faranda Grand, A Member of Radisson Individuals
- 10. Hotel Almirante
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The 10 Best Museums in Colombia, Colombia
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1. Museo Aeroespacial Colombiano
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Colombian Aeroespace Museum. Located near to Bogotá. Next to Jaime Duque Park. It had 26 historical airplanes of the Colombian Air Force. Its new installations were opened on 1st december 2017.
Reviewed By sva777 - Ealing, United Kingdom
For aviation/military enthusiasts or not, this is such an interesting place, which is child friendly and beautifully kept. The staff are very friendly and we found a very knowledgable Air Force officer who spoke perfect English, my Spanish is weak! Allow about 2 hours and there is a cafe on site with a nice patio. Got there by Uber from Bogotá, but there is bus service to the adjacent theme park ‘Parque Jaime Duque’
2. Museo Aereo Fenix
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 559 reviews
It is the only civil aviation and railroad museum in Colombia. See 27 full size aircraft and 4 locomotives, two model airports and two giant working model railroad layouts. More than 3500 models, many in realistic dioramas and the largest collection of airline flatware. There is also a collection of 30 uniforms and flying suits, both military and civilian.
Reviewed By KTakefuji - Seattle, United States
As a family of four (my husband and our two adult daughters) we visited this exhibition in December 2017 and were very impressed. It's an excellent and vast collection of various means of transportation worth spending an afternoon or even a day to look at it closely. We are very grateful to Mr. Jose Guillermo Pardo for his passionate and detailed tour and historical knowledge. It is this type of exhibits that make me very proud of my hometown, Cali. Keep up the excellent work and I hope the city of Cali can provide additional funds to expand the exhibition to fit more airplanes and trains.
3. Casa Beto Murgas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 132 reviews
La casa Beto Murgas - Museo del Acordeón ofrece un recorrido guiado en el que se cuenta el origen, la evolución y la historia del Acordeón , de una forma musicalizada y anecdótica respecto a la vida de los juglares, reyes Vallenatos y Artistas populares de nuestro genero musical. Además, en nuestro recinto exhibimos la colección de Cien años de soledad, traducido en varios idiomas y en Braille (para los invidentes), haciéndole homenaje a la memoria de Gabriel Garcia Marquez a quien consideramos el promotor universal de la Música Vallenata. El servicio de guianza son dos por dia, con un tiempo de 45 min, el horario esta especificado en el ítem de horario. Grupos y operadores turisticos deben hacer una reserva previa para concertar horario. -Donacion al museo $20.000 por persona Durante temporada de festival $25.000 por persona
4. Museo Mapuka
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 77 reviews
MAPUKA is the Archaeological Museum of the Karib Peoples. Its purpose is to contribute to the recognition of the identities of the Colombian Caribbean from the appreciation and activation of the memory of the cultural processes that were lived in this territory during the pre-Hispanic and colonial periods, until the first half of the 20th century, through the archaeological remains.
5. Museo Minca - Memorial Museum of the Sierra Nevada
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 104 reviews
Experience the history of the Sierra Nevada brought to life through the eyes of locals in this one of a kind community museum. Minca is MUCH more than meets the eye--and the bird tours, waterfalls and sunsets do not even scratch the surface. Museo Minca and the Memorial Center are FREE and aim to give voice to the community members and make sure their stories are told. Connect, have a coffee on us, and discover a whole new to side of Minca.
Reviewed By DrewL141
This was perhaps the most personal and touching presentation I’ve ever heard at a museum. Shenandoah is a young American woman who married a local school teacher. They turned part of his family home into a memorial museum. It’s also the site where some of the bloodiest conflicts between guerrilla groups and paramilitary armies took place in the very recent past. Shenandoah’s presentation of those bloody conflicts sets out a very nice overview that helps one understand both the modern history of this country and the present economic and tourist dynamic of this fascinating place. Donations accepted and you will come away from the a much deeper appreciation for where you are.
6. Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,478 reviews
This final home of Simon Bolivar contains a museum housing works of art from countries he helped liberate.
Reviewed By marciaa513 - Hanoi, Vietnam
This landmark where Simon Bolivar spent his final days is a reminder that Santa Marta has so much more to offer than just beautiful beaches and good sea food. The "libertador" of South America is a figure well worth learning about and no better place than this. You can see the original structures of Bolivar's hacienda, as well as the monuments that have been raised in his honor. I also highly recommend using one of the young local guides who provide a 40-minute informative tour and are eager to answer visitors' questions. They are paid in tips only and do a great job. We spent about an hour here and it's only about 15 minutes from the historic center or Rodadero beach. Don't miss it!
7. National Museum of Colombia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,746 reviews
Colombia's oldest museum holds a vast collection of archeological artifacts, as well as modern art. The building itself is interesting — it's a former prison and many of the galleries are inside former prison cells.
Reviewed By viajera1741 - Washington DC, United States
This museum has everything--pre-Columbian collection, Colombian history from colonial days to recent historical events, and the top floor serves as a national art gallery. I appreciated particularly the many signs and interactive displays designed to engage children.
8. Gold Museum (Museo del Oro)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14,258 reviews
The Banco de la República Gold Museum houses one of the most important collections of pre-Hispanic metallurgy in the world. As its history, which dates back to 1939, has unfolded, so this institution has become a symbol of Colombia's cultural memory. Its golden exhibition, fully renewed in November, 2008, is a place you cannot miss in your next trip to Bogota.
Reviewed By VictoriaCooper7 - Wales, United Kingdom
This museum was interesting and well set out - taking you on a journey from how the gold objects were made to their significance in the complex belief systems of the various native groups. The very last offering section of the museum (top floor) was amazing so make sure to leave enough time for it. Whilst there are small explanatory sections of text, I'd highly recommend getting an audio guide as it really set the scene and explained the objects in depth with very interesting points on their cultural context. There are numbers in the very top left hand corners of the displays which you tap into the audio guide (just in case you like me have basic Spanish and don't understand the instructions at the front desk!)
9. Museo Botero del Banco de la Republica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10,328 reviews
Great little museum containing works of renowned Colombian painter and sculptor, Fernando Botero.
Reviewed By TallTravels29 - San Jose, United States
I’ve been to museums all over the world but none with a collection as charming and bountiful (pun fully intended) as this one. Botero’s voluptuous heroines and portly heroes jump off the canvas in exuberant delight and my personal favourite the Mona Lisa should truly replace DaVinci’s version as the world’s greatest masterpiece. The rest of the collection wasn’t pretty strong too - Picasso, Chagall, Renoir - I was impressed at the range of artists. This is truly worth a visit.
10. Barrio La Candelaria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,693 reviews
Toda la agenda artística, cultura, turística y de ofertas comerciales. Consultores , te asesoramos en la visita a La Candelaria, Bogotá. https://t.me/LaCandelaria,
Reviewed By jwwvnyc - Hillsdale, United States
While there are lots of foodie reasons to spend time in the neighborhoods north of downtown La Candelaria, this area is the most engaging in Bogota and worth a day just wandering. It helps that there are lots of sites and museums to visit as well.
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