City break in Bogota. Active leisure ideas for Bogota - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Bogotá offers a huge choice of various entertainments for those people who enjoy spending their free time outdoors, like visiting numerous interesting shops and attending fascinating excursions. Fans of ecotourism are recommended to visit the region called El Salitre, which territory the location of a huge number of beautiful parks and nature reserves. During a walk through truly picturesque landscapes visitors will be able to get acquainted with representatives of the local flora and fauna, as well as enjoy unforgettable harmony and peace that are felt in these parks. Fans of active pastime will surely like Unidad Deportivo El Salitre Park, which is a great choice for biking and walking, picnics and various sports.

Of course, we simply cannot fail to mention the most famous botanical garden of the city - Jardin Botanico. Visitors will be definitely surprised by a huge collection of exotic plants and flowers, as well as by skillful design of the garden’s landscape. Each bed and greenhouse is a true work of art. Bogota is also home to several large shopping complexes, which will be surely liked by people who simply cannot imagine a memorable vacation without exciting shopping. Carrera 15 is considered the most famous shopping district of the city. Virtually the entire quarter is dedicated to pedestrians only. Along the long street you will see numerous colorful shopping malls, small souvenir outlets and boutiques. Of course, the district is rich in well-known restaurants and cafes with delicious food. The most famous open-air market of the city is located in the district of Mercado de las Pulgas. Here you can purchase the most diverse goods, starting from clothing and shoes to jewelry and numerous souvenirs.

Bogota is also home to a unique emerald market, which is located on Carrera 7 Street. Here we simply cannot fail to note that there are many swindlers among the local merchants, so purchasing jewelry and gemstones there is recommended only for people who are able to distinguish a fake. Centro Andino is a great place to spend leisure time shopping and entertaining. The trading center is home to several interesting shops, a modern cinema, and various cozy cafes. Hacienda Santa Barbara is a trading center known for the large selection of goods and attractive prices. Fans of nightlife will never be bored in the city. The majority of either locals or travellers enjoy rest in the club Rock and Roll Circus. The club plays the music of most progressive trends and often organizes parties and performances of popular music bands. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Your vacation should not be limited to the above-mentioned kinds of entertainment. In the capital of Colombia, everyone will find something to his/her liking. Excellent entertainment in the form of riding a graceful horse can be found here. Such tours are provided by Riding Colombia and Valle Verde Horse Riding. Needless to say, this is one of the city's best offers because it shows how authentic the culture of Colombia's capital is. During the tour, tourists (as well as the locals who’re enthusiastic about horse walks) visit many historical sites.

To make traveling around the city more convenient, think about renting a car. The choice may also fall on a bicycle since this mode of transport is really popular in the capital of Colombia. Appropriate services are provided by such agencies as Cerros Bike Tours, Bogota Bike Tours, Ciclovia de Bogota. Golf is quite popular in the city. To play "the game of businessmen", be sure to contact Club Campestre Guaymaral or Country Club de Bogota. And Nueva Lengua provides its professional services to all those wishing to experience a zip-line.

Fans of bowling go to play their favorite game in such centers as Super Bowling, Medieval Bowling, and La Bolera; those who want to try their hand at karting will appreciate Indoor Kart La Pista and Kart Way; Zona de Bloque is a great place to feel like a mountain climber. People in Bogota are very fond of movies, as evidenced by numerous city cinemas, among which Cinema Paraiso, Cine Colombia Dinamix, IMAX Procinal, Cine Tonalá, and Cinemania are some of the best. Want to have a good laugh? Welcome to comedy clubs - La Trama de Gaitan and Matildelina Vallenato House.

Those who like watching sports should keep an eye on posters of Estadio Nemesio Camacho and travelers who want to have fun should keep in mind such establishments as Euphoria Trampoline Park, Bubble Football Colombia, Bumperz Colombia. Tennis is another popular activity, and you can always play this game in El Atico de San Rafael. Paintball enthusiasts are welcome in Imperio Paintball Bogota, and those who would likely prefer intelligent games and entertainment will surely appreciate local escape quests. The best institutions of this kind are Trap Bogota, Escape Room Colombia, Xcape, and Sal Si Puedes.

Arriving in the capital of Colombia with children, pay attention to specially designed family-friendly places. One of such destinations is Zoologico de Santa Cruz where there are a lot of birds, which makes the zoo very special. Of course, adults will like it too. Amusement parks located in Bogota are sure to please kids as well. Be sure to explore Salitre Magico, Smaarti, and Mundo Aventura. The smallest tourists who haven't yet reached 6 years old will have a great time in Kandu. Divercity stands out among the rest of the local entertainment centers - it is a kind of city of professions, so children of all ages will find it interesting.

There are truly unique restaurants in Bogota. For instance, Gatos & Blues Cat-café where cats are rightful owners. It will definitely appeal to everyone, even to those who once believed that the dog is the man's best friend. Want to gain peace of mind? Do not ignore the Parque Mirador de Los Nevados, a wonderful park for wistful strolls. Some more equally interesting parks are Parque Metropolitano Simón Bolívar, Parque Nacional Enrique Olaya Herrera, and Parque El Lago.

Gamblers find entertainment in the form of visiting Crown Casino Zone T or Luckia Bogota. And fans of cultural pastime will discover a wide choice of museums, which are worth visiting. A truly unique one is, of course, Museo del Oro where hundreds of gold crafts are collected. Must-have local establishments include Museo Nacional and Museo del Chico opening up new facets of the capital of Colombia. Casa de Moneda will seem quite interesting, while Museo del Vidrio de Bogotá will acquaint visitors with the history of something Colombia's capital had long been famous for - glass making. Art galleries are represented by such cultural institutions as Museo Internacional De La Esmeralda, MAMBO Museo de Arte Moderno de Bogotá, and Museo Casa Grau.